Top Vancouver Island Bus Tours

Your journey begins in the picturesque Inner Harbour as you board your premium vehicle with black tie driver-guide, and discover some of Victoria’s most notable attractions. Drive through the city's beautiful Beacon Hill Park admiring the local foliage and peacocks and enjoy a fully narrated tour of the Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site spread over 55 acres. Here, amidst an enchanting floral aroma, enjoy a 2-hour self-guided tour. Take a stroll through various themed gardens, including the Rose Garden, Japanese Garden, Italian Garden, and Sunken Garden. Then, continue back to the city, past Old Town and through the Gates of Harmonious Interest into historic Chinatown, the second oldest in North America. Your tour concludes back in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, next to the iconic Empress Hotel and British Columbia Legislative Buildings.

Butchart Gardens is one of Victoria's most popular attractions—but if you don't have your own transit, getting there from the city center can be tricky. Instead, make logistics simple with this round-trip shuttle service. With multiple daily departure times and transit from a central meeting point, you can leave the logistics to someone else—and save more time for a self-led, sweet-smelling stroll through the 55-acre (22.2-hectare) garden (admission own expense).

Soar through the air like an eagle in flight on this zipline adventure! Just a half hour from central Victoria, this Vancouver Island zipline park features eight different ziplines that span more than 1,000 feet (305 meters). Your small group will also go on a 10-minute ATV ride and you'll traverse two suspension bridges high above the forest floor. Two tour guides accompany you on this two-hour tour; they'll share insight about the environment and answer any questions to ensure a safe, fun and exhilarating experience in the British Columbia temperate rainforest.

Travelers interested in history will enjoy touring Victoria in style on a 75-minute horse and carriage tour. Your guide will tell you all about Victoria’s history and how the “garden city” became the capital of British Columbia. Enjoy the views as you are pulled through the Old Town, Chinatown, the Inner Harbour, and elsewhere. Kids especially will love the horses.

There’s so much to see in Victoria on Vancouver Island that it can be tough to know where to start. This private city highlights tour includes hotel pickup and private transportation between stops, letting you focus on enjoying the experience with a curated itinerary of the best Victoria has to offer.

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.

Join us for a fully narrated Hop-on Hop-off evening tour of beautiful Victoria, BC onboard iconic red double-decker buses. Includes 4 iconic stops at The Empress Hotel/Inner Harbour, Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, and Ogden Point Cruise ship Terminal.

Discover one dramatic landscape after another with the help of a guide on this full-day coach tour between Vancouver and Whistler: the Sea-to-Sky highway, the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Squamish, and Whistler Village. From the gondola, admire Howe Sound, the Squamish River, and the coastal mountain range. Enjoy plenty of free time to wander about Squamish and partake in Whistler Village activities on your own. Round-trip transport from select locations included.

Vancouver Island is known for producing great wines in a beautiful environment. Visit well-regarded wineries on Saanich Peninsula on this tour from Victoria, which includes private wine tastings at each location, a behind-the-scenes tour of a local winery, and a guide with extensive knowledge about the industry. This small-group tour is limited to 15 passengers or fewer for a more intimate experience.

Discover the wines of the Cowichan Valley on a wine tour from Victoria, and taste your way through part of Vancouver Island's fascinating wine trail. You’ll visit three wineries for tastings and tours, and enjoy lunch at a boutique winery surrounded by rolling vineyards. This wine tour includes round-trip transport from downtown Victoria, lunch, and tastings, for the perfect introduction to Vancouver Island wine.

Explore the beautifully historic center of Victoria, then trade downtown streets for the flower-lined paths of Butchart Gardens (entry own expense) on a half-day, private tour of the city. You'll start with a trip to Fisherman's Wharf, then see the Parliament Buildings, the Empress Hotel, Beacon Hill Park, and Craigdarroch Castle, following scenic roads through the Vancouver Island countryside. With departures throughout the day, this tour ensures a flexible, personal experience.

See the best of Victoria in just a few hours—and even visit the famous Butchart Gardens—without having to rent a car or navigate on this time-saving, half-day tour. With just your private guide for company, you'll travel with ease aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Have time to soak up the beauty of Butchart Gardens (entrance fee extra, stroll Victoria’s Chinatown, Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf, and more.

Explore Victoria in comfort and style on this private half-day tour with your own host/driver in a deluxe high-roof van featuring extra headroom for a relaxed ride. Stroll through Fisherman’s Wharf, admire the historic Legislative Buildings, and enjoy the breathtaking Butchart Gardens. With a flexible itinerary and personalized service tailored to your interests, this tour offers a seamless way to experience Victoria’s top sights and hidden gems.

Discover the beauty of British Columbia on a private tour from Vancouver. Visit Shannon Falls, explore Whistler, and stop at Horseshoe Bay. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Sea-to-Sky Highway. We pick up our travelers and their luggage without any extra charge from their location in a clean and luxurious car with a professionally trained driver guide, show them all attractions, and drop them off at any port or hotel, or airport they ask for.

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!

Explore Vancouver Island's magnificent scenery on a full-day, private tour from Victoria to Englishman River Falls, Little Qualicum Falls, and Cathedral Grove, home to some of the tallest and oldest trees on the island. You'll visit a country market, hike through the rainforest and to the waterfalls, and make plenty of photo stops, while learning about Vancouver Island's nature and culture throughout the day. Traveling with a private guide means the trip can be tailored to you, and this tour is priced per-group for up to eight people.

Discover the best of Victoria at your own pace on a half-day Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour. The comprehensive route takes you to 15 of the city's most popular locations, including China Town, Ogden Point, Fisherman's Wharf, and Craigdarroch Castle. On board commentary offers insight into the city’s history and culture. Feel free to hop off at any destinations that interest you or simply enjoy the ride. Enjoy four hours of unlimited access to the bus Visit the top attractions of Victoria with ease Create your own sightseeing itinerary Get a comprehensive overview of the city. - Enjoy four hours of unlimited access to the bus - Visit the top attractions of Victoria with ease - Create your own sightseeing itinerary - Get a comprehensive overview of the city

A great introduction to Victoria for first-time visitors, this half-day private guided tour avoids the hassle of renting a car, and includes a sightseeing tour of the city and a self-guided tour of Butchart Gardens (entrance extra). Drive with many stops through the city's oldest neighborhoods and see highlights including Canada's oldest Chinatown, a castle, colorful Fisherman's Wharf, and the beautiful Inner Harbour, with photo opportunities at popular landmarks.

Experience the most comprehensive Indigenous and wilderness tours we offer. You’ll journey through the majestic Salish Sea to a historic Homalco First Nation village site, then view grizzly bears and other wildlife from a safe distance. Learn about our peoples’ rich history and how we’ve lived alongside these majestic creatures for millennia. This deluxe wilderness and Indigenous cultural tour will lead you through Aupe, an uninhabited Homalco village site, giving you unique insights into the ways of our peoples. From there, you’ll journey through the Bute Inlet, one of British Columbia’s most epic whale-watching stretches, to Orford Bay for a picnic lunch surrounded by a spectacular mountain vista. Our experienced guides will lead you on a land-based search for grizzly bears, elk and eagles along salmon-bearing rivers.

Discover the beauty, history, and charm of Victoria on a private sightseeing experience created exclusively for your group. Travel comfortably with your own local guide and vehicle while enjoying a relaxed, personalized journey through some of the region's most celebrated attractions. Begin with a scenic drive to the world-renowned Butchart Gardens, a spectacular National Historic Site featuring breathtaking floral displays, tranquil pathways, and stunning seasonal gardens. After exploring the gardens, continue into the heart of Victoria to experience the city's most iconic landmarks, including the picturesque Inner Harbour, vibrant Chinatown, historic Fan Tan Alley, Empress Hotel, Fisherman’s Wharf, and other local highlights. With comfortable pacing, engaging storytelling, and plenty of opportunities for photos, this tour is ideal for cruise visitors, couples, families, and small groups looking for a memorable and stress-free Victoria experience. Admission fee not yet included.

Explore Victoria's history and culinary scene on this two-in-one, small-group walking tour of the British Columbian capital. Follow a guide to highlights such as the Parliament Buildings, the Inner Harbor, Fan Tan Alley, the Harmonious Gates of Interest, and the Victoria Public Market. Along the way, stop for food tastings of local products.

Explore the beautiful city of Victoria with personalized transportation options tailored to your needs. From city tours to airport pickups, we offer a range of services including wheelchair accessible vans and a personal touch from your driver, Jay. Enjoy flexible tour durations from 1 to 8 hours, allowing you to customize your experience. Discover local highlights like the Inner Harbour, Butchart Gardens, and the Malahat Skywalk, or venture out for outstation trips to popular destinations like Vancouver and Tofino. - Personalized transportation services in Victoria, BC - Flexible city tours ranging from 1 to 8 hours - Wheelchair accessible vehicles with trained drivers available - Outstation trips to Vancouver, Whistler, and more

If you are short on time but eager to see the most beautiful spots in Victoria and want to do so comfortable, this private tour is ideal. Have your camera ready for stops at Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Beacon Hill Park, Craigdarroch Castle, the Lieutenant Governor’s estate, and Oak Bay Village and Marina. Enjoy convenient pickup and drop-off as you explore the gorgeous scenery of Victoria with your small group.