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Our special Halloween walking tour explores Victoria's darkest past. Every year, we change our Halloween route and add new stories that we don't get a chance to tell on our regular walks. Join us for gruesome tales of murder, mayhem and ghosts on the streets and alleys of Victoria's Old Town.

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.

Get a taste of Victoria’s delicious donuts and its historic downtown on this guided walking tour that’s perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth. Stroll between downtown highlights, including Market Square and Chinatown, and stop at three different spots for donuts. You’ll eat at an intergalactic 50s-style diner, a Filipino bakery, and a local hero roastery known for its donuts.

Illuminate the shimmering crystals of Riverbend Cave on this small-group adventure. For those who want to explore a cave without crawling or vertical climbing, this tour offers the opportunity to view fossils and swooping rock formations while learning about the geological history of the area. Make memories with your family on this caving adventure.

Skip the stress of navigating Vancouver with a full-day guided city tour that covers top landmarks and scenic highlights. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach while visiting spots including Gastown, Granville Island, Stanley Park, the Capilano Suspension Bridge, and Vancouver Lookout Tower. With convenient pickup from select locations, this tour offers a seamless way to explore Vancouver’s must-see sights.

Delve into the colorful past of Canada’s oldest Chinatown, in Victoria, British Columbia. This guided walking tour will lead you through the streets and storied allies of the historic neighborhood, as your historian/guide tells you the fascinating, sometimes tragic tales of the people who helped build the city and shape Canada as well as modern China.

Enjoy beer tastings only available in Vancouver on a neighborhood culture crawl among the city's most interesting local breweries. Walk along Brewery Creek to visit the best places to experience local beer while you learn about the craft beer movement and how it has evolved locally. Both veteran beer connoisseurs and curious beer newbies are welcome to join as we seek our next favorite Vancouver brew.

Victoria has more restaurants per capita than anywhere else in Canada and was voted one of the best foodie cities in the world. And some of the city’s best restaurants can be found in its oldest neighborhood, James Bay. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll get insider knowledge on where to eat, what to order and the history behind the establishments. You’ll trace part of the harbor before venturing into James Bay proper and ending outside For Good Measure, a grocery and coffee shop. Along the way, you’ll find hidden gardens and hear the stories behind this historical neighborhood. You’ll also see some of the city’s iconic landmarks, like the Royal BC Museum and Legislative Assembly of British Columbia building, as well as some lesser-known ones, including the Victoria Cenotaph and the Knowledge Totem. I’ll provide behind-the-scenes information on Pendray Inn and Tea House, the James Bay Inn Hotel, and local institution Barbs Fish & Chips.

Experience British Colombia’s striking landscapes from a new perspective on this small-group evening kayaking adventure paddling through the striking vistas of the Johnstone Strait. Spot bald eagles, seals, jumping herring, starfish, and intertidal wildlife as you explore the islets, coves, shorelines, and bull kelp groves near Telegraph Cove, all framed by the picturesque beauty of the British Colombian mainland mountains.

Discover the heart of British Columbia’s capital, Victoria, as you embark on a self-guided walking tour through the city. Download the app on your phone and walk around town to hear about the story of the city, from its Indigenous routes to the Victorian era to the present day. Sights you see include the Inner Harbor, the Empress Hotel, Bastion Square, and Chinatown.

SINGLE TRAVELLERS GET IN TOUCH TO BOOK. Explore Victoria, BC, on a guided tour that focuses on the wildlife found in the urban area. Visit at least 3 different scenic locations and witness some of the animals that populate Victoria. The locations vary depending on the present wildlife and season but are mostly coastal viewpoints or local parks and one cemetery. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed and vary depending on the season and weather. Most likely, you will see seabirds and reef creatures like anemones and feather dusters, deer, and occasionally seals, sea lions, salmon migrating, and birds of prey. This tour involves a little walking on flat surfaces and is suitable for everyone, except children under 5 due to vehicle constraints. After you meet your guide, you will hop on a quick drive to your first location. Remember, your guide wants to see wildlife as much as you do, but sometimes the animals can be shy, and you might get a few sightings.

Get to know the storied history of Vancouver on a deeper level with this private group-booking walking tour for up to 15 people. Learn about the city, its beginnings as a First Nation’s village, and its place within British Colombia and wider Canada, while you’re guided to some of its most iconic sights. See the Marine Building, Gastown Steam Clock, Waterfront Station, Vancouver Harbor, and much more.

Venture out to the sparkling waters of the Toba Inlet on this brand new, full-day tour hosted by our sister nation, Klahoose First Nation. Cruise alongside cascading waterfalls and scenic mountains as you scan the landscape for grizzly bears, majestic humpbacks and orcas, and a variety of other wildlife. Join us in Campbell River before crossing the Salish Sea, one of the world’s best whale-watching spots. You’ll soon reach Toba Inlet, an area densely populated by grizzly bears. The first of its kind, the TOBA BEARS AND WILDERNESS is a collaborative partnership between the Homalco and Klahoose First Nations. Join your Klahoose guides as they take you to their home Territory. Hear stories and learn about the vibrancy of the living Klahoose culture. The toq qaymɩxʷ (Klahoose) peoples have lived here on the west coast of BC since time immemorial. We invite you to see the beauty of Toba Inlet through our eyes and share in our traditions, which have been handed down through generations.

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to see Victoria in just one hour? Our 1-Hour Scenic Victoria Pedicab Tour is the perfect introduction to the city. Sit back and enjoy a private ride as your local guide shares fascinating stories, local history, and insider knowledge while showcasing Victoria's beautiful natural scenery and stunning architecture.

Combine a mystery-solving game with a scavenger hunt with this app-led clue-solving activity in Victoria. Solve the mystery of who stole your family’s Gold Rush riches, all while discovering the city sights along the way. Compete with other groups to see solve the clues first or take your time to savor the sights of the city.

Experience the thrill of a pedicab tour through Victoria’s vibrant downtown, historic Chinatown, and lush Beacon Hill Park! Discover local stories, hidden alleys, and stunning gardens—all from the comfort of a cozy pedicab with a friendly, knowledgeable guide. Your Victoria adventure awaits!

Join a fun group of beer lovers for a beer tour of Victoria’s craft breweries, sampling some of the city’s best brews along the way. Let someone else do the driving, so you can focus on exploring local beer, with a flight of four samples at each of three breweries. This Victoria beer tour includes beer and all transport, and it’s the perfect introduction to the energetic Vancouver Island brewing community.

This private guided coastal hike explores some of the most scenic sections of East Sooke Regional Park. Along the way, your guide will take you to favourite viewpoints and lookout areas where there may be opportunities to spot bald eagles, whales and other coastal wildlife. The experience also includes stories about the area’s local history and insights into traditional Indigenous ways of living, travelling and making use of the surrounding land and coastline. With a private guide, the pace can be adjusted to your group, with plenty of time for photos, viewpoints and stops along the way. Guests can trek the full 10 km route to the historic Trap Shack and back, taking in rugged coastal scenery and viewpoints along the way. The full route is best suited to guests with moderate to experienced hiking ability who are comfortable covering 10 km of varied coastal terrain. Shorter route options can be accommodated when needed.

Take in the dramatic beauty of Discovery Passage and the wild strength of grizzly bears on this small-group cruise and sightseeing tour. Cruise to Toba Inlet with a certified naturalist captain and scan the waters for wildlife, before a welcome to the land by your Klahoose First Nation guide. View grizzly bears along the river and enjoy a lunch on land.

Discover why British Columbia is one of the best places in the world to see whales and other marine wildlife on this 3-hour tour with Eagle Wing Tours at Victoria’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Hop aboard a comfortable semi-covered or open boat and help support Eagle Wing’s many conservation, education and research activities! Let certified and knowledgeable naturalists be your guides to the stunning wildlife and natural history of the Salish Sea. Watch for seals, sea lions, otters and porpoises as well as bald eagles and a mind-boggling assortment of marine birds. Hoping for something bigger? There’s always a chance to see humpback, killer, minke or grey whales!

Tour one of Victoria’s most stately and popular attractions in a unique way with a pedicab tour to Craigdarroch Castle. Enjoy the fresh air and leisurely pace from aboard a comfortable cab while a friendly guide pedals you from your hotel to the majestic, 19th-century baronial estate. Along the way, pass through the neighboring Lieutenant Governor’s gardens and see some of Victoria’s most opulent churches and homes.

Get up close and personal with the ocean and its incredible marine wildlife during this whale watching excursion from Victoria. Climb onboard a Zodiac boat equipped with padded bench seats and cruise the sea at up to 35-knots while your marine naturalist explains the area and animals around you. Head for the Juan de Fuca and Haro Strait and lookout for humpback whales, otters, seals, sea lions, and birds.

This fascinating audio guided tour will show you the beautiful west coast city of Victoria. You'll learn about the region's history with the native aboriginals and about its fur trading roots. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. You will see wonderful examples of architecture by Francis Rattenbury throughout the city and buildings which have been regenerated and stood the test of time, such as the famous Empress Hotel. To discover this vibrant city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

If you have a sweet tooth, this small-group walking tour through Victoria's top chocolatiers and bakeries is a great way to enjoy some of the city's best sweets and learn how they are made. Hear about the chocolate-making process, try award-winning products, and enjoy local favourites, including the Nanaimo bar.