Top Victoria Bus Tours

Tour the historic city in a thoroughly modern car. You and your friends will enjoy the luxury ride in a Tesla as your private guide chauffeurs you to the destinations in and around Victoria you are most eager to see. Itineraries will be adjusted according to your time and interests to make it a personalized tour you’ll love.

Great wine, delicious local food, stunning gardens, and live music = a pretty perfect summer evening! We'll start our tour mid-afternoon with tastings at two wineries. Relax, enjoy the views and then in the early evening we'll head to the Butchart Gardens. You'll have time to explore the grounds before enjoying a picnic dinner on the concert lawn. Concerts feature different artists each evening, from pop, folk and rock to classical, jazz and latin. After the concert, enjoy the night illuminations before a comfortable drive home. Tuesday to Friday during July and August. Please call for availability on other dates.

Located on Vancouver Island, Victoria is a city where beautiful Victorian architecture and rich Canadian history combine. On this tour, explore the city on foot and by private vehicle, and take in top attractions including Chinatown, the Fairmont Empress Hotel, and the Royal BC Museum with your guide. Stroll through the pretty neighborhoods of Oak Bay and Marine Drive, and upgrade to visit Craigdarroch Castle—widely considered Victoria’s top attraction.

Victoria is known as the City of Gardens and on this private tour you'll discover two of the best. We'll start our day at the world-famous Butchart Gardens. As we drive along scenic country roads, learn about the fascinating history of the gardens and the unique vision of Jennie Butchart. An early arrival at the gates means we'll miss the crowds and with 22 ha to explore, you'll have plenty of time to enjoy the gardens. These stunning gardens are a National Historic Site and have something to offer in every season, from dazzling displays of spring flowers through to the magical Christmas illuminations. A short drive through beautiful countryside brings us to our second stop: the Gardens at HCP (Horticultural Centre of the Pacific). The "gardeners' garden" is located in a conservation park and we'll explore nature trails, wetlands, and bird watching areas alongside more formal gardens, including Canada's largest Bonsai garden.

Explore the city of Victoria and the famous Butchart Gardens on this half-day guided tour. On the way to the gardens, stop at several attractions including Beacon Hill Park, Craigdarroch Castle, and Mount Tolmie Park. While at the Butchart Gardens, take in the impressive floral displays and the many theme gardens. On the return trip, visit Chinatown, Parliament, and the Empress Hotel.

Enjoy a high-flying way to immerse yourself in British Columbia’s spectacular scenery: this small-group zipline adventure is the perfect introduction to the Pacific Northwest’s natural beauty. Depart from Victoria, and take a shuttle to the facility. After an introduction, grab your gear and go for an all-terrain vehicle ride. Then, make the most of the ziplines: soar 150 feet (46 meters) off the ground, at speeds of up to 40 mph (64 kph). Try eight ziplines, walk across suspension bridges, and admire the rainforest location.

See the best of our historical to modern day city through a true locals eyes: the colourful Fisherman's Wharf house boat community, the regal Empress Hotel and Parliament Buildings nestled within the inner harbour, eclectic Government Street, the LoJo art-filled shopping district, Canada's oldest Chinatown, see the ducks and peacocks at Beacon Hill Park and the world's tallest freestanding totem pole, and in Victoria's oldest neighbourhood we'll see the Government House and the Craigdarroch Castle - this is your day, stop and take photos along the way! We'll take a scenic waterfront drive stop at Mount Tolmie to take in a 360 degree view of the snow-capped mountains, city-scape, ocean and countryside.

Customized private tour sampling award-winning, locally crafted wines, spirits, beers and ciders. On this full-day tour, you'll discover four local producers. Stops will be selected based on your drink preferences and availability. There are plenty of food options available thoughout the day and lots of time to relax and enjoy the stunning views.

Go with Dimitri your friendly, knowledgable, and local guide who has been providing world class tours for over 16 years with thousands of happy customers. Join us as we visit Victoria's most beautiful and famous attractions including castles, heritage buildings and sites, gardens, and much more; all from the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. The tour is fully narrated with interesting stories and historically-relevant accounts that will create an unforgettable experience that you will tell all your friends about!

This private tour of Butchart Gardens is geared toward anyone who desires a more personalized look at one of the world’s finest gardens. Walk among the fragrant displays and recreated historical fountains and soak up the scenery of the Saanich Peninsula. Skip the hassle of organizing your own transport from Victoria; your guide offers the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off. The itinerary is fully customizable; admission is not included.

Many cruise ship tours arrive later in the day. If the sunlight is gone, one of our most popular activities is this excellent pub tour. There are numerous pubs on Vancouver Island. They are home to tasty beers, good food and a friendly dose of local colour. Come on out and enjoy a pint! Our limousine seats 8 comfortably and is a great way to get around. Or if the gang is all here our 20 passenger vans will fill the bill. Departure time is flexible and reservation seating at pubs is arranged by us.

Experience the highlights of Victoria by taking part in our Victoria Half-Day tour! This 5-hour sightseeing tour includes: Scenic photo opportunities at Mount Tolmie & Cormorant Point, a visit to Butchart gardens, guided tour of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, and 75 minute Victoria Harbour & Gorge Cruise*. It’s the perfect way to see and experience the best Victoria has to offer! *In the event the Victoria Gorge Cruise does not operate, you will be provided with a refund for the boat cruise portion of your tour. The remainder of the tour will operate as usual.

Treat yourself to a private tour just for you, family and friends, with an expert, local guide in a comfortable van. Enjoy a scenic drive along the countryside to world renowned Butchart Gardens and learn about Vancouver Island and the garden's history. You'll have ample time to explore the Gardens. Enjoy lunch at a fabulous local restaurant by the sea. Afterwards your guide will drive you to Victoria's seaside communities and historical neighbourhoods of mansions. You'll see Craigdarroch Castle, China Town, Fisherman's Wharf and Victoria's Inner Harbour

Go with Dimitri your friendly, knowledgable, and local guide who has been providing world class tours for over 16 years with thousands of happy customers. Join us as we visit Victoria's most beautiful and famous attractions including castles, heritage buildings and sites, gardens, and much more; all from the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. The tour is fully narrated with interesting stories and historically-relevant accounts that will create an unforgettable experience that you will tell all your friends about!

We provide private, small group tours in our large luxury van for a more intimate experience. Your guide will meet you at your hotel or preferred location and take you on a scenic drive to wine country 15 minutes outside Victoria. Visit three venues in the Saanich Peninsula with 3-5 tastings at each location. Enjoy the beautiful orchards, vineyards and mountain views. Relax on the way back to Victoria after a great day of tastings!

We will pick you up anywhere in the Victoria area.  We will visit, Beacon Hill Park, the grounds at Government House, Craigdarroch Castle, Mount Tolmie, the Oak Bay Marina, Chinatown, Olde Victoria, the Empress Hotel, our Inner harbour area and Fisherman's Wharf. and much more.  We stop for picture taking on our tour, you get to walk around and experience Victoria and all the beauty we have to offer.

Your private tour takes you to beautiful heritage and scenic places. Learn interesting stories from your guide. From Totem Poles park to the oldest China Town in Canada. Explore Victoria's Inner harbour with famous Empress Hotel, venture on a drive along spectacular Juan de Fuca Strait, and visit colourful Fisherman's Wharf. Our local guides are warm and welcoming and very knowledgable. Take time to browse through unique and eclectic shops near in Oak Bay village or Downtown Victoria. We will be driving from one exciting place to another, with suggestions and a chance to walk and photograph, or sit and take in the city at your leisure. You will learn some interesting facts and hear stories (if you'd like), about Victoria, British Columbia's history and culture. This tour is customized for your interests and your. This private tours are personalized to your interests and activity level for a great overview of the city of Victoria, British Columbia and Vancouver Island.

We provide a personal experience with a friendly, professional tour guide in a large luxury 14 passenger van!

Visit one of British Columbia’s highlight wine regions—and enjoy an indulgent tasting tour—on this half-day, private tour. Meet your guide at your hotel in the Greater Victoria area, and set off in a private vehicle. Your destination is the Saanich Peninsula’s wine region. Over the course of your day out, visit numerous wineries, enjoy tutored tastings, and learn all about the grapes that flourish in the area. You can also admire the pretty peninsular scenery as you explore.

Enjoy a private tour with just your friends/family! (max 6). We will pick you up in our modern, comfortable, large, passenger van. Relax as we take you on a very scenic drive to the beautiful Cowichan Valley, stopping halfway to enjoy the absolutely breathtaking mountain and ocean views from 1200 feet. We will visit four unique wineries. We have chosen the wineries but if you have a preference for other wineries, please let us know and we will try to accommodate your request (with at least 48 hours notice). Please note due to COVID-19, for safety reasons we are only able to accommodate up to 6 passengers at this time.

Private transportation to the Cowichan Valley vineyards with just your friends/family! (Min 4 passengers/max 6). We will pick you up in our modern, comfortable, large, passenger van. Relax as we take you on a very scenic drive to the beautiful Cowichan Valley, stopping halfway to enjoy the absolutely breathtaking mountain and ocean views from 1200 feet.Taste a variety of wines, enjoy the beautiful grounds of each venue and breathe in the fresh mountain air. We have selected a minimum of 3 award winning wineries but if you have a preference for other wineries and/or cidery, please let us know and we will try to accommodate your request (with at least 48 hours notice). Wine tastings are additional and vary from $5-10 (not included). Please note due to COVID-19, for safety reasons we are only able to accommodate up to 6 passengers at this time.

FOOD, WINE and SPECTACULAR SCENERY. We LOVE this revised tour to REFLECT COVID-19.Join Island Time Tours for a lovely relaxing adventure exploring the Cowichan Valley. We visit 3 (4 if time permitting) of the prettiest vineyards and do our own thing to avoid any line-ups. We offer you a wonderful experience at each vineyard.. First stop includes bubbly with orange juice (optional) w/ fresh warm bake goods. Relax, inhale and take in this beautiful countryside. LUNCH is filled with afternoon tea delights with WINE served weather permitting in the great outdoors. Dessert w/wine complete this tour at another picturesque vineyard. Great food, award winning wines and spectacular beauty. Let's go!

Our professional historian is able to include many significant sites not offered in other tours. Enjoy the tour in our rare 1997 Bentley New Turbo R Exl built by Rolls Royce. Only 823 were built, all between 1995-97. Our Butchart Gardens and City Tour covers some of the main attractions in Victoria, the city of flowers, and the world-famous gardens located 15 miles outside of the city. For over a century, Butchart Gardens has been the premier attraction for travelers visiting Victoria. Enjoy BUTCHART GARDENS, a one and a half hour stop for a unique and remarkable experience, including 900 varieties of flowers and 120 varieties of trees. This finely crafted tour includes more attractions than we can list in the "What to Expect" section.

Our professional historian is able to include many significant sites not offered in other tours. Enjoy the tour in our rare 1997 Bentley New Turbo R Exl built by Rolls Royce. Only 823 were built, all between 1995-97. Our Grand City Tour covers all the main attractions in Victoria, the city of flowers. This finely crafted tour includes more attractions than we can list in the "What to Expect" section.