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3-Hour Butchart Gardens and City Tour

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Location: Vancouver Island, Canada
Duration: 3 hours
Product code: 176794P5


Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Inner Harbour, Victoria, British Columbia CanadaOur guide shares the fascinating history of the buildings surrounding the Inner Harbour. This is a great spot to take special photos. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Government House, 1401 Rockland Ave, Victoria, British Columbia V8S 1V9 CanadaSee where the Royal Family stays when visiting Victoria, as well as the magnificent surrounding gardens. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Craigdarroch Castle, 1050 Joan Cres, Victoria, British Columbia V8S 3L5 CanadaWe drive by the Scottish Baronial Castle featuring the best stained glass windows in North America. The castle has also been used as a filming location for a number of movies.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Beacon Hill Park, 100 Cook St, Victoria, British Columbia V8V CanadaYou will marvel at the stone bridge, world's tallest totem pole, beautiful gardens, and majestic peacocks.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada, 721 Government St Fairmont Empress Hotel, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1W5 CanadaOur guide explains the history of this most impressive hotel as well as explaining why it was built on wooden pilings.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, 501 Belleville St, Victoria, British Columbia V8V 1X4 CanadaOur guide explains the history and current use of these stately buildings. They are resplendent when bathed in light every evening with 3,333 bulbs, a tradition since Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Chinatown, Fisgard St., Victoria, British Columbia CanadaWe drive through Chinatown, the oldest in Canada and second oldest in the Americas. You will see Fan Tan Alley, the narrowest Street in North America, featured in the Mel Gibson movie "Bird on a Wire."Stop At: Scenic Marine Route, Victoria, British Columbia CanadaWe travel along this scenic ocean road, seeing many wonderful homes as well as mountains, ships, and a lighthouse.Stop At: Fisherman's Wharf, 1 Dallas Rd, Victoria, British Columbia V8V 0B2 CanadaAs we drive alongside the docks and see the houseboats, restaurants, and shops, our guide describes the history of the fishing and whaling industries that were based here.Stop At: Christ Church Cathedral, 930 Burdett Ave, Victoria, British Columbia V8V 3G8 CanadaWe pass by this imposing Church of England cathedral, the largest of Victoria's cathedrals.Stop At: Ogden Point Terminal & Breakwater, Dallas Rd, Victoria, British Columbia CanadaWe pass by the Ogden Point Cruise Ship Terminal. Our guide explains that Victoria receives 5 million tourists a year, 15% from cruise ships.Stop At: The Bateman Gallery, 470 Belleville Street Third Floor, Victoria, British Columbia V8V 1W9 CanadaWe pass by the Bateman Foundation Gallery of Nature. Our guide talks about Robert Bateman, and his work as a premier nature artist and conservation naturalist.Stop At: Fan Tan Alley, Chinatown, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1R4 CanadaWe drive by and show Fan Tan Alley, the narrowest street in North America, that was originally the home of gambling establishments and opium dens. The alley was featured in the Mel Gibson movie "Bird on a Wire."Stop At: Bastion Square, Victoria, British Columbia CanadaWe pass by the Western entrance to Bastion Square, the site of many cultural events. Our guide mentions the square includes the original Supreme Court Building, the most haunted building in Victoria.Stop At: Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton St, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1E5 CanadaWe drive by the Royal Theatre built in 1912. It is still a popular venue, staging concerts and musicals.Stop At: Beacon Hill Children's Farm, Circle Drive ,Beacon Hill Park, Victoria, British Columbia V8V 4Z8 CanadaWe pass by this lovely site and recommend stopping for photos, as this is the location of many beautiful, wild peacocks.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Dallas Road Beach, Dallas Road, Victoria, British Columbia Cana
Supplier Name
Admiral Limousine Service
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Infants must sit on laps,Stroller accessible,Surfaces are wheelchair accessible,Transportation is wheelchair accessible,Wheelchair accessible,Most travelers can participate,This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Inclusions:
Expert Guide Who Is Professional Historian,Air-conditioned vehicle,Bottled water,Private transportation
Exclusions:
Entry/Admission Fees To Any Tourist Attraction,Meals/High Tea,Gratuities,Entry/Admission - Craigdarroch Castle,Entry/Admission - The Butchart Gardens
Traveler Reviews

Richard was very nice and gave great info. He did stop twice but with the itinerary on here thought we’d be stopping more so we could get out to take pictures. Got zero of parliament and the Empress because it was a busy street and couldn’t stop and a lot of my other pics just have a partial car window if anything. It’s $150 us or $200 Canadian not $120 like TripAdvisor said as the rate changes due to exchange. $300 if you want to do butchart gardens plus entry fee.

Richard provided us with a wealth of information about Victoria. He was very kind and personable! We would highly recommend Richard!!

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