Victoria’s City Highlights & Butchart Gardens Private Tour
ID: GYG715078-1167106
Category:
Country: Canada
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Explore the Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site, and Victoria's #1 Tourist attraction. Then, discover the heart of Victoria on a private city tour with a visual history as we go.
On your private tour, we head to the Butchart Gardens, Victoria’s #1 attraction and designated National Historic Site, and has over one million visitors per year. Nestled in Brentwood Bay, British Columbia, the Butchart Gardens is a 119-year-old marvel of a 55-acre display garden.
Even today, it remains a cherished family-owned treasure. Explore the rich history behind how Jennie Butchart transformed her husband's abandoned lime quarry into this world-famous horticultural masterpiece.
Then embark on an immersive journey through the heart of Victoria and explore the city's iconic landmarks, and historical narratives. Dive into the allure of Victoria's Inner Harbour, intertwined with tales of the gold rush era.
Explore the fascinating stories behind the majestic BC legislative building, the regal Empress Hotel, and the historic Chinatown, a living testament to the depth of Canada's heritage.
Highlights
- Butchart Gardens, Victoria's #1 Tourist attraction
- North Americas Second Oldest China Town
- BC legislative building, Empress Hotel, Inner Harbour, Fan Tan Alley
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a lot of ground to cover.
Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately. Umbrellas for use on tour if required.
The gardens are open year-round, but the floral displays vary by season.
Photography is allowed, but drones and selfie sticks are not permitted.
Child car seats:
By BC law, children under 40lbs (18kg) are required to be buckled into a full forward-facing car seat. This can be provided for a fee with advance notice.
Children over 40lbs and under 4’9″ must use a booster seat. Two can be provided with advance notice at no charge.
INCLUDED
- Private Luxury Transportation/ Wifi/ Bottled water/ Umbrellas use/ Small snacks (mints, gum, mini chocolate bars)
NOT INCLUDED
- Food/ Beverages/ Personal Expenses/ Souvenirs/ Gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
