Tours and Trips in Victoria

Enjoy an unforgettable port stop in Victoria and discover top local attractions with ease on this 5-hour whale-watching cruise with Butchart Gardens visit in Victoria. Hop aboard your whale-watching boat in Victoria's Inner Harbour and head out onto the rolling waves with your guide. Watch the water for sightings of graceful orca whales and playful seals, and enjoy fine views over the Gulf Islands and San Juan Islands. Afterward, visit Butchart Gardens and explore winding pathways among blooming flowerbeds at your leisure before returning to the cruise port.

Enjoy a romantic ride with that special someone, or a fun excursion with family and friends as you visit Victoria's Beacon Hill Park in a horse-drawn carriage. Beacon Hill Park is one of Victoria's main attractions, home to a petting zoo, playground and splash park, and the tallest totem pole in the world. Learn all about it from your guide as you revel in the beauty of the park.

The Canadian city of Victoria has a rich British colonial history dating back to the Victorian era, evident in its striking architecture and historic landmarks. Explore the city in style by traditional horse-drawn carriage, and take in sites of interest such as James Bay"” one of Vancouver Island's oldest neighborhoods"”and the Salish Sea waterfront. As your horse clops along, enjoy fine views over Victoria to the Olympic Mountain range beyond.

Add an extra thrill to your Victoria whale-watching adventure with this wildlife cruise aboard a fast-moving, inflatable Zodiac boat. Get closer to the water - and the whales - on a wet and wild ride through the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Hang on to your hat and keep a sharp eye out for native marine life such as humpback and gray whales, orcas, sea lions and harbor seals. An expert naturalist guide will help point out passing species and share insight into the amazing aquatic world of the northern Pacific.

Admire native marine wildlife in the waters of British Columbia on this 3-hour whale-watching adventure in Victoria. Hop aboard your open-top boat in Victoria Harbour and cruise out into the rolling waves with your guide. Your vessel, a zodiac speedboat, is built with stability in mind and remains buoyant even in rough seas. Cruise through the Haro Straight to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Watch the water for sightings of humpback whales, minke whales and orcas breaching the waves, and learn of their life cycle and migration habits.

Enjoy swift travel and breathtaking views over British Columbia on this Victoria to Vancouver seaplane flight. Hop aboard your seaplane in Victoria's Inner Harbour and take to the skies with your pilot. Enjoy panoramic views over local landmarks including Ogden Point, the Fairmont Empress Hotel and the BC Parliament Buildings. Soar over the Gulf Islands' sandy beaches and dense forests, and look out for the mighty Lion's Gate Bridge and Brockton Peninsula.

Spin through downtown Victoria on two wheels and discover top city attractions with ease on this 2-hour Victoria castles and neighborhoods bike tour. Hop onto your bike and follow your guide through the city streets. Learn of Victoria's colorful past through its historic buildings, and explore districts including the Inner Harbour, Cook Street Village and Chinatown. Enjoy fine views over the Dallas Road waterfront and admire the eery Craigdarroch Castle. Cycle through Moss Rock Park and Beacon Hill Park, and soak up the artistic atmosphere in leafy Fernwood.

While you make port in Victoria, discover some of the delicious flavors the Canadians love on this 3- or 4-hour Victoria bike tour. Choose the food-focused bike tour to suit your tastes and preferences, then follow your guide through the city streets by bike. Perhaps enjoy a slice of oven-baked pizza or visit a local brewery to sample some of Victoria's fine craft beers. On route, discover local landmarks and sites of interest off the beaten track.

Experience an up-close encounter with northern Pacific marine life on a 3-hour whale watching cruise off Victoria's coast. Travel out into the open ocean aboard a comfortable, motorized boat to look for native species like humpback whales, gray whales, orcas, elephant seals and sea lions in their natural habitat. Learn about local marine ecology from a naturalist guide, and take in fantastic views of Vancouver Island in between animal sightings.

See the best of Victoria in a single day with a guided coach tour that kicks off at the city's famed Fairmont Empress hotel. Travel through Vancouver Island's most distinctive neighborhoods to the beach town of Sidney, stopping at cultural highlights including Beacon Hill Park, the Trans-Canada Highway Mile 0 marker, Mt Tolmie and your choice of a local winery or the Butterfly Gardens. Enjoy a tea-style picnic lunch inside lovely Butchart Gardens and tour the Victorian elegance of Craigdarroch Castle.

Trade your cruise ship for a whale-watching vessel on a 3-hour shore excursion from the port of Victoria. Travel into the open waters of the northern Pacific Ocean to spot native marine life including orcas, humpback whales, harbor seals and minke whales. Learn about British Columbia's amazing aquatic ecosystems from onboard naturalist guides, who will help point out passing species along the way. It's an exciting and educational voyage for the whole family!

Enjoy two favorite Victoria tours in a single day with this great-value combo package. Voyage into the open waters of the northern Pacific on a 3.5-hour whale-watching cruise, where you can encounter native marine life such as orcas, gray whales, and harbor seals with the help of expert guides. In the afternoon, explore the elaborate floral landscapes of Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada. Includes round-trip transfers from downtown Victoria and a flexible return schedule, so you can linger to enjoy the gardens' luminous displays at night.

When you make port in Victoria, discover top city attractions in style on this 2-hour Victoria castles and neighborhoods bike tour. Follow your guide by bicycle through Victoria and gain insight into the city's colorful past. Explore diverse districts such as the Inner Harbour, Cook Street Village and Chinatown. Take in panoramic views over Dallas Road's waterfront and marvel at the creepy Craigdarroch Castle. Spin through pretty Moss Rock Park and Beacon Hill Park, and enjoy the creative buzz of leafy Fernwood.

Make the most of your trip from Vancouver, BC, to Seattle with a full-day tour that includes a visit Butchart Gardens and free time to explore historic downtown Victoria. This point-to-point tour concludes on the Seattle waterfront, and includes hotel pickup, ground transport, ferry tickets, and entrance fees.

Capital of British Columbia, Vancouver lies on the southern shores of Vancouver Island"”with striking architecture, pretty parks, and a British colonial history dating back to the Victorian era. On this tour, explore Victoria in comfort by traditional horse-drawn carriage as your guide brings the city's Victorian past to life. Along the way, discover sites of interest such as Beacon Hill Park, historic James Bay, and the Salish Sea waterfront.

Marvel at the majesty of Canada's marine wildlife on this 3-hour whale-watching adventure in Victoria. Hop aboard your boat, a semi-covered vessel built specifically for whale-watching trips, and cruise through the Haro Strait with your guide. Watch the waves from the open sun decks or stay protected from the spray in the heated indoor cabin. Stop off at points of interest through the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Listen to fascinating commentary from marine naturalists on board, and admire the beautiful orca, humpback whales, and minke whales you find.