call 1-250 -477-3322 or text 1-250-516-6077
call 1-250 -477-3322 or text 1-250-516-6077
SKIP THE BIG BUS LINE-UPS!
Welcome Cruise Ship lovers!
2023 most ships arrive after 5pm into Victoria.
The below tours are designed for those with little time, making the most out your visit.
Groups 4 or 5 people reserve smaller Van.
Groups 10-14 people reserve larger Van.
Small sur-charge per person re: Pier Fees
All tours $98++ per person.
Plus tax 5% & pier fees
Tours Minimum 4 - Max 14 people per vehicle
Butchart Gardens
Downtown history + Beer
Downtown history + Beer
No matter the season or your age, these iconic gardens offer something for everyone.
Our tour shares the history of these gardens and tips on the best way to use your time.
Pickup at the cruise terminal.
We include mandatory pier fees.
What to know before booking
Most cruise ships arrive after 5pm.
Hours of gardens 2023
The gardens will close s
No matter the season or your age, these iconic gardens offer something for everyone.
Our tour shares the history of these gardens and tips on the best way to use your time.
Pickup at the cruise terminal.
We include mandatory pier fees.
What to know before booking
Most cruise ships arrive after 5pm.
Hours of gardens 2023
The gardens will close some days at 5pm.
April - May 31 - Close 5pm
June to September 15
- Sun/Mon 5pm
- Tuesday to Saturday 10pm
September 16 till 31st close 5 pm
October close at 4pm
Downtown history + Beer
Downtown history + Beer
Downtown history + Beer
Fun tour for adults. 19+
Min 4 to 12 people per group
We'll combine a driving/sighteeing tour around the downtown core with a local guide.
Then hop out on the most historical part of the city and walk around to explore some of the great old shops still open after a century.
Tour includes a a glass of local ale. (must be 19+ to dr
Fun tour for adults. 19+
Min 4 to 12 people per group
We'll combine a driving/sighteeing tour around the downtown core with a local guide.
Then hop out on the most historical part of the city and walk around to explore some of the great old shops still open after a century.
Tour includes a a glass of local ale. (must be 19+ to drink alcohol)
You may chose to remain downtown exploring or head back to the ship.
If you stay downtown you'll find your own way back to ship. Easy peasy.
See best times for tour based on your ships arrival above
Why are we offering tours at odd times, days?
Most ships arrive into Victoria 2023 season after 5pm
Before 5pm we are offering other tours for those staying longer in Victoria with no curfews, then after these tours we're happy to offer pickup at the cruise terminal.
See above tour options.
Monday's & Tuesday we have options for earlier ships
Often ships will change their Itinerary last minute including cancelling Victoria as a port of call for various reasons, mechanical, weather etc.
By offering times near your ships arrival time, we keep watch on things and cancel tour, refunding all monies paid less $10 pp. if a ship cancels port.
No stress for you, often connection can be a challenge at sea.
Afterall you're on holidays.
We will still have a driver/vehicle assigned and will refund all but $10 pp paid for your ticket to offset our costs.
More info to help you decide
Butchart Gardens Fireworks
Butchart Gardens Fireworks
Butchart Gardens Fireworks
Fireworks display is offered on Saturday's only starting July 1, 2023 (10 nights)
Each Saturday varies due to daylight.
The first Saturday Ship's passengers may book will be dates below. We leave cruise terminal earlier these are to help you plan.
Duration of Fireworks~ 45minutes, we leave directly after display.
- July 22m start 9:4
Fireworks display is offered on Saturday's only starting July 1, 2023 (10 nights)
Each Saturday varies due to daylight.
The first Saturday Ship's passengers may book will be dates below. We leave cruise terminal earlier these are to help you plan.
Duration of Fireworks~ 45minutes, we leave directly after display.
- July 22m start 9:45pm
- July 29 start 9:45pm
- August 5 start 9:30pm
- August 12 start 9:15pm
- August 19 start 9:15pm
- August 26 start 9pm
- Sept 2 start 8:45pm
We depart directly after the display.
The first 3 dates not listed start at 10:15pm, too late for ship curfew.
Once we return to the downtown core you're welcome to leave tour and find your own way back to the ship if you have more time in Victoria. Its easy peasy, your guide will help you with options.
Thirsty?
Butchart Gardens Fireworks
Butchart Gardens Fireworks
After sightseeing the highlights of the City in our sightseeing van we'll hop out for a short walking tour in the heart of old Fort Victoria Shops still operating over 100 years in the same location. Once we get our thirst on lets head to one of many local pubs for a taste of local brew. Free time to shop before heading back to the ship.
Must be 19+ age to drink Alcohol.
If you have a private tour, kids are welcome with group, though they will have NO beer.
Tour lengths will vary depending on ships curfews.
Typically City Tour will be 3.5 to 4 hours
Butchart Gardens 3.5 to 4 hours, Longer Firework Saturday's
City tour hightlights
Butchart Gardens Fireworks
City tour hightlights
We move in smaller vehciles and footprints. This allows us front door access the bus must drop blocks away.
- Ocean drive, see homes over 10 million on route. Western Canada's oldest Golf course, rivals Pebble Beach for views.
- Beacon Hill Park - access busses can't go. Historical park. Stunning gardens, ancient trees, wandering Peacocks, duc
We move in smaller vehciles and footprints. This allows us front door access the bus must drop blocks away.
- Ocean drive, see homes over 10 million on route. Western Canada's oldest Golf course, rivals Pebble Beach for views.
- Beacon Hill Park - access busses can't go. Historical park. Stunning gardens, ancient trees, wandering Peacocks, ducks. Cobble stone bridges and more
- Govnerment House - Where dignatories and the King would sleep when visiting. Hop out to explore the wonderful flower gardens and rare Garry Oak meadow.
- Craigdarroch Castle (outside) hop out for the perfect picture.
- Historical downtown, stroll the shops
- Local pub for a libations break (included)
Victoria 2023 Tours for Cruise passengers!
Can we join online tours?
Can we join online tours?
Can we join online tours?
We encourage cruise ship passengers to book private tours as we have more flexibility if your ship is late etc.
If you join any of our other tours by purchasing tickets online please know we have zero flexibility. If you're late or miss a departure your ticket will be void with no refund.
Only need 4 for a private tour, let's go!
Please call to reserve 250-477-3322
Do we need a reservation?
Can we join online tours?
Can we join online tours?
Yes please, we depart in smaller groups and reserve your seat!
Private tour for 4 - 5 people offered in our smaller Van.
Or larger vehicle that requires a minimum of 10 to reserve privately, Max 14 people.
250-477-3322 or email.
Skip the big bus line-ups!
Enjoy a private tour!
Drop off back to ship?
Can we join online tours?
Drop off back to ship?
Can we be dropped off at the Cruise Ship Terminal after the tour?
Sure, feel free to hop out downtown if you have some time left to explore Victoria, if not, we'll be happy to return you to the cruise terminal.
Advise your driver/guide.
(if you opt to hop out downtown you must find your own way back to ship)
Private bookings
Transportation time back to ship
Drop off back to ship?
Can we book a private tour?
We require a $100 non-refundable deposit and full payment 7 days prior to departure. Groups over 10 require 10 days cancellation.
Transportation time back to ship
Transportation time back to ship
Transportation time back to ship
- 40 minutes Butchart Gardens
- 10 mintues from downtown
Can kids join?
Transportation time back to ship
Transportation time back to ship
Can kids come?
We LOVE kids but due to our transportation laws, each person
must wear a seatbelt.
Children 5 years and older please.
We do not provide car seats or boosters.
19+ years to drink alcohol