11. Private half-day tour of Butchart Gardens and Victoria
5.0· 11 reviews· 4 hoursFour hours in a private vehicle — explore Butchart Gardens and downtown Victoria's highlights with a local guide, including Chinatown and Fisherman’s Wharf.
“What an incredible tour. Heike was friendly, very knowledgeable, and truly went above and beyond to provide us with an amazing experience at Victoria and Butchart Gardens. It was a great day with an excellent guide.”— Susan_R
22. Private tour of Victoria and Butchart Gardens
4.9· 35 reviews· 5 hoursFive hours in a private vehicle — visit Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, explore Butchart Gardens, and enjoy panoramic views from Mount Tolmie.
“The tour started right at the pier, and our guide Linda was punctual, greeting us with a sign displaying our name. When we expressed interest in the Castle, she recommended visiting it first since it was located away from the gardens. We also saw the tallest totem pole and a lovely park featuring Sequoia trees. The highlight was the Butchart Gardens, which were truly stunning. Linda was well-informed about the town and shared plenty of insights during our drive. The van was comfortable and offered booster seats for children when necessary.”— Joanne_E
33. Half-day whale watching tour from Vancouver Island
4.9· 2351 reviews· 3.5 hoursThree hours on a custom-built catamaran — search for whales and marine life with expert commentary and complimentary photos included.
“We arranged this whale watching tour on short notice and were extremely pleased with our choice. The office and boats in Victoria were easy to locate. The crew members, Richard, Gord, Reid, Rajan, and Amber, were friendly and well-informed, with Amber offering helpful travel tips for the Sea to Sky Highway. We were excited to spot a variety of wildlife including orcas, humpback whales, seals, sea lions, and eagles. It was a wonderful afternoon with mostly pleasant weather.”— Happiness333874
44. Victoria and Butchart Gardens private city tour
4.9· 77 reviews· 4 hoursApproximately six hours with a personal guide — highlights of Victoria plus a visit to Butchart Gardens, a historic 55-acre estate.
“Ken picked up eight of us girls at the cruise terminal in a lovely van and transported us to Butchart Gardens. He provided a city tour during the drive, sharing informative and humorous insights. Ken even picked us up ahead of schedule and allowed for extra time. After the tour, he dropped us off at the Empress Hotel. The gardens are stunning and definitely worth visiting. I highly recommend Ken as a tour guide.”— Michael_D
55. Private highlights tour of Victoria, BC
4.8· 62 reviews· 2 hoursTwo hours in a private vehicle — visit ten iconic spots in Victoria with a knowledgeable guide and ample photo opportunities.
“The communication was excellent, and the pick-up was straightforward. Ken demonstrated impressive knowledge, highlighting key locations and sharing a wealth of history. We chose to finish at Fisherman's Wharf, where he suggested an ideal spot for fish and chips. He was a fantastic driver and very friendly; I would definitely recommend him.”— Joan_S
66. Whistler day trip from Vancouver with Sea to Sky Gondola
4.8· 895 reviews· 10 hoursTen hours by luxury coach — Shannon Falls, Sea to Sky Gondola views, and four hours exploring Whistler Village.
“Excellent mix of stops and sights. Some earlier reviews mentioned that four hours in Whistler was excessive, but our time was cut to three hours, which felt just right.”— linda_s
77. Victoria winery tour with tastings and charcuterie
4.7· 65 reviews· 5.5 hoursFive hours from downtown Victoria — visit three Cowichan Valley wineries, enjoying private tastings and a selection of charcuterie.
“The tour starts in front of the Empress Hotel, not across the street, which was quite confusing. Although it was resolved, it wasn't the best way to begin the experience.”— JM_R
88. Victoria and Butchart Gardens tour from Vancouver Island
4.4· 17 reviews· 4 hoursSix hours in a premium vehicle with a black tie driver-guide — explore Victoria's highlights and enjoy a self-guided tour of Butchart Gardens.
“While the tour claims to be wheelchair accessible, it fails to clarify that users must be able to transfer from their wheelchair and navigate stairs to access the vehicle. I indicated on the purchase that one person would be in a wheelchair, but the site staff was unaware of this upon our arrival. Fortunately, it was manageable for us, but I can see how this could cause issues. Michael, our driver, was well-informed about the area. With only eight adults in the van, we had ample space. We spent two hours at the gardens, and despite needing to push a wheelchair, we managed to explore the entire area and still had time to grab gelato afterwards.”— Melanie_A
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