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Victoria City Highlights: Chinatown, Craigdarroch Castle (1-9pax)

About this experience

Explore Victoria in style with our luxury tours, now offering a 3-hour adventure. Discover the beauty, history, and charm of Victoria on a private sightseeing experience created exclusively for your group. Travel comfortably with your own local guide and vehicle while enjoying a relaxed, personalized journey through some of the region's most celebrated attractions.

With comfortable pacing, engaging storytelling, and plenty of opportunities for photos, this tour is ideal for cruise visitors, couples, families, and small groups looking for a memorable and stress-free Victoria experience.

Admission fee not yet included.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

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1-9 pax
Ford transit 150 XLT med-roof
Pickup included
1-6 pax
KIA EV9 SUV: Accommodates 1–6 pax. Ideal for 1–3 guests seeking extra space and enhanced comfort, including room for mobility devices.
Pickup included
1-4pax
KIA Niro Subcompact Crossover: Accommodates 1–6 pax. Ideal for 1–3 guests seeking extra space and enhanced comfort, including room for mobility devices.
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Multiple photo opportunities throughout the tour
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Cruise terminal pick-up and drop-off (cruise ship name required)
  • Private vehicle and dedicated local guide
  • Umbrella

Not included

  • All entries and Admissions
  • Gratuities
  • Food, Drinks, and Snacks

Itinerary and highlights

Starting Point: Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal (Ogden Point Terminal)

Drive from Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal – 5 minutes
Viewing time – 10 minutes

Visit the western end of the Trans-Canada Highway and the iconic Terry Fox Monument. Enjoy panoramic views of the Juan de Fuca Strait and the Olympic Mountains.

Drive to Beacon Hill Park – 3 minutes
Viewing time – 20 minutes

Explore Victoria's most beloved park, home to beautiful gardens, roaming peacocks, and the world's tallest freestanding totem pole.

Drive to Government House – 8 minutes
Viewing time – 10 minutes

Discover the official residence of British Columbia's Lieutenant Governor, surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens and scenic walking paths.

Drive to Craigdarroch Castle – 5 minutes
Viewing time – 10 minutes

Admire this magnificent Victorian-era mansion from the outside while learning about one of Victoria's most famous historic landmarks.

Drive to Chinatown – 10 minutes
Viewing time – 20 minutes

Explore Canada's oldest Chinatown and stroll through Fan Tan Alley, the narrowest commercial street in North America, filled with history, unique shops, and vibrant culture.

Drive to Mount Tolmie – 15 minutes
Viewing time – 15 minutes

Take in one of Victoria's best panoramic viewpoints overlooking downtown, the Gulf Islands, Mount Baker, and the Olympic Mountains.

Drive to Downtown Victoria – 10 minutes
Viewing time – 10 minutes

Visit Victoria's iconic Inner Harbour, featuring the historic Fairmont Empress Hotel and the impressive British Columbia Legislative Buildings.

Drive to Fisherman's Wharf – 5 minutes
Viewing time – 15 minutes

Stroll along the colourful floating marina, admire the unique float homes, and enjoy picturesque waterfront views while watching for local seals.

Return drive to Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal - 4 mins

Meeting and pickup information

  • We offer convenient pick-up from the Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal. If you require pickup from a different location, please contact us. We'll do our best to accommodate your request. Important Note for Cruise Ship Passengers: Please provide your cruise ship name at the time of booking (or at least 7 days before your tour) to ensure a smooth, timely pickup at the correct pier (Pier A or B).

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Victoria Zero Emission Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If not already provided, please inform the supplier as soon as possible of your ship's name, docking time, disembarkation time, and departure time to ensure proper arrangements can be made.
  • BC law requires children under 40 lbs (18 kg) to use a forward-facing car seat. Available upon request for an additional fee with advance notice.
  • Children over 40 lbs and under 4'9" must use a booster seat. Up to two booster seats are available at no charge with advance notice.
  • Just stay tuned in: Your guide will reach out closer to your tour date with exact meeting instructions and final details. We will contact you at the number you provided via Viator messages, text, or WhatsApp (if you provided an international number).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We offer convenient pick-up from the Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal. If you require pickup from a different location, please contact us. We'll do our best to accommodate your request.

Important Note for Cruise Ship Passengers: Please provide your cruise ship name at the time of booking (or at least 7 days before your tour) to ensure a smooth, timely pickup at the correct pier (Pier A or B).
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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