4h Butchart Gardens and Victoria City Private Tour
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience Victoria your way on a fully private tour designed exclusively for your group. No crowded buses, no strangers. Just personalized service, private transportation, and a dedicated local guide focused entirely on you.
This 4 hour private experience combines the world famous Butchart Gardens with Victoria’s most iconic sights. Explore the stunning floral displays and peaceful pathways of this National Historic Site before discovering the charm of downtown Victoria, the Inner Harbour, historic Chinatown, Fan Tan Alley, and colourful Fisherman’s Wharf.
Choose the perfect private vehicle for your group with options for up to 4 guests, 6 guests, or 19 passengers in our private minibus. Wheelchair accessible options available.
Enjoy live guided narration, local stories, flexible stops, and the comfort of private transportation throughout your tour. Perfect for families, couples, cruise guests, and small groups seeking a more personal Victoria experience.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child 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.
Travelers must be able to get in and out of private transportation, contact us for full accessibility option
Travellers must be able to walk long distances in Butchart Gardens.
Wheelchairs are available at the Gardens with refundable deposit
What To Expect
The Butchart Gardens
The Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site renowned for its stunning floral displays, themed gardens, and tranquil ambiance. This vibrant attraction is a must-see, offering endless photo opportunities and a serene escape.
Inner Harbour
Victoria’s Inner Harbour, an iconic symbol of the city and a must-visit location. The blend of natural beauty, historic architecture, and human activity creates a harmonious environment.
Options
1-4 Passengers
Tesla Model Y : (or availalbe sedan) Pickup included
1-19 Passengers
Mercedes Sprinter: Mercedes Sprinter MiniBus (or availalbe passenger van) Pickup included
1-6 Passengers
Range Rover Discovery : (or availalbe 6 passenger vehicle) Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Opportunities to customize tour along the way
Many photo stops along the way.
Cruise Dock Pick Up Fees- Guide must have your cruise ships name prior to tour date
Meals
Personal Expenses
Gratuities
Souvenirs
Pre-purchased tickets to Butchart Garden's. You must purchase tickets at the gate of the gardens.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience and value over cruise provided tours
TonyO ATL,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Victoria Coastal Tours was an excellent addition to our cruise itinerary. Considering the value... price per person combined with the quality of the tour and the guide. This was a total winner for us. We had a 12 person group with multiple generations (ages 15 to 98) and 2 family members requiring mobility assistance. Ken, our guide, handled us with great care, including breakdown and setup of a scooter and wheelchair and a clear desire to be a gracious host and careful driver. One of the added surprises was a video screen in the Sprinter van and PPT-style presentation which added visuals to his thoughtful narration of the drive to gardens about the city of Victoria. The gardens were beautiful, even more than expected. Another unexpected treat was a stop at a vista which allowed a 360 degree panoramic view of Victoria and the surrounding areas. A highlight of our day in Victoria. I would recommend his company to anyone as he made us feel like we were with an old friend. Great job Ken, many thanks and best of luck. We can't wait to get back to Victoria.
The Best Way to Explore Victoria in a Few Hours
Pioneer04800206180,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing 4-hour private tour in Victoria with our group of 9 during our cruise stop. It was the perfect way to see the highlights of the city without feeling rushed. Our tour guides were Chris and John, and they made the experience truly memorable. The tour was very well organized. We visited the beautiful Butchart Gardens, which was definitely the highlight of the day. The gardens were stunning, peaceful, and full of beautiful flowers and scenery. We had enough time to walk around, take photos, and enjoy the atmosphere. After Butchart Gardens, we explored Victoria’s local highlights, including the Inner Harbour, Parliament Buildings, the tallest totem in the world and the Empress Hotel. The views were beautiful, and Chris and John shared many interesting stories about the history, culture, and landmarks of Victoria. They even showed us pictures to help us better understand the places we were visiting, which made the tour much more engaging and educational. For a group of 9, having a private tour made a big difference. The pace was comfortable, transportation was convenient, and we didn’t waste time waiting for a large group. Chris and John were friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone enjoyed the experience. Highly recommend this tour for families, cruise passengers, or anyone visiting Victoria for a short time. It was one of the best ways to experience this beautiful city in just a few hours!
We had an amazing 4-hour...
Jen,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing 4-hour private tour with Chris and John in Victoria with our group of 9 during our cruise stop. It was the perfect way to see the highlights of the city without feeling rushed. The tour was very well organized. We visited the beautiful Butchart Gardens, which was definitely the highlight of the day. The gardens were stunning, peaceful, and full of beautiful flowers and scenery. We had enough time to walk around, take photos, and enjoy the atmosphere. After Butchart Gardens, we explored Victoria’s local highlights, including the Inner Harbour, Parliament Buildings, and the Empress Hotel, the Tallest Totem in the world. The views were beautiful, and we learned a lot about the history and culture of Victoria. For a group of 9, having a private tour made a big difference. The pace was comfortable, transportation was convenient, and we didn’t waste time waiting for a large group. It was a great balance of sightseeing and relaxation. Highly recommend this tour for families, cruise passengers, or anyone visiting Victoria for a short time. It was one of the best ways to experience the city in just a few hours!
Amazing!!
Amber H,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The most beautiful kept and lush garden and landscape I’ve ever seen!! We had a great tour guide who was very knowledgeable about the area and a great help!!
Ride to the Gardens
Michael D,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It’s a ride to Butchart Gardens and back to wherever you want to be dropped off, but fisherman’s wharf shuts down around 8:30-9:00 pm so we just walked back to the ship from there.
Local Tour Operator is a 10!
patricksH1584EO,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A local owned and operated company that takes pride in giving you a wonderful experience. Ken our driver is passionate about his home of Victoria and will fill you up with local knowledge. We took the Sprinter van with only 6 passengers, and we couldn't have had a better time. Support local business!
You get to see an...
Tina F,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You get to see an overview a Victoria, relaxing, and easy. The gardens are awesome. Were able to get out and walk around.
Very personal tour seeing...
SR J,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very personal tour seeing a number of sites making you feel like a local. Also flexible with the tour guide willing to adjust to make it work best for us.
Great Overview of Victoria
Robert Z,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a nice relaxed overview of Victoria with plenty of time devoted to Butchart Gardens. Our guide also modified the tour to avoid things we’d already seen.
Interesting, informative,...
Troy P,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Interesting, informative, pleasant, and friendly. Worth the time and effort spent exploring the city and surrounding area. Beautiful!
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