Top Vancouver Island Bus Tours

Discover the best of Victoria at your own pace on a 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 a 24-hour pass with unlimited access to the bus Visit the top attractions of Victoria with ease. Create your own sightseeing itinerary! - Open Top Double Decker Bus - 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

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.

This 4 hour private tour for up to 4 people, will whisk you away to many of Victoria must-see locations. Our tour is your gateway to unforgettable memories. We will begin at famous mile "0", then take in the indigenous artistry at Beacon Hill Park. Next we will head to the grounds of grand Craigdarroch Castle, a breathtaking Victorian-era mansion. After visit Government House and its elegant and grand gardens. Then vibrant Chinatown, the oldest in Canada, strolling its historic streets. Walk along Fan Tan Alley, a narrow passage filled with character, charm and shady history. After, is the timeless elegance of the Empress Hotel, an iconic landmark overlooking the Inner Harbour and next to the BC Legislature. Last, Fisherman's Wharf, where vibrant houseboats & floating restaurants create a lively maritime ambiance. If you want some extra time in one location or want to drop another, the choice is yours. Your tour, your way! Let us take you on a journey you will never forget!

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.

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.

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, Shannon Falls, the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, and Whistler Village. From the gondola, admire Howe Sound, the Squamish River, and the Coastal Mountains. Then, enjoy plenty of free time to wander through Whistler Village at your own pace.

What truly sets this tour apart is its unparalleled blend of exclusivity and convenience. Enjoy a private, 5-hour personalized journey through the breathtaking Butchart and enchanting Butterfly Gardens, moving entirely at your own pace. Your experience is elevated by a professional licensed guide dedicated solely to you, offering rich insights and stories you won't get on a group tour. With all entrance fees covered and seamless door-to-door pickup and drop-off, every detail is meticulously handled, ensuring a completely stress-free and uniquely intimate exploration from start to finish.

Enjoy round-trip travel from Vancouver to Victoria, and discover top attractions in British Columbia on this Victoria and Butchart Gardens day trip from Victoria. Take the ferry to Vancouver Island, and enjoy fine views over the beautiful Gulf Islands. Dock in Swartz Bay, and visit the famous Butchart Gardens, exploring the grounds at your leisure. Then, enjoy free time to explore the city, perhaps walking through Chinatown and the Inner Harbour, before returning to Vancouver by ferry.

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.

Get away from the crowds and only take in the sights you want to see on this half-day private customizable tour of Victoria. Hop in the back of a private vehicle and relax as your driver-guide delivers you to popular landmarks around the city while entertaining you with local stories and facts.

Discover Vancouver beyond the ordinary on this unique full-day experience combining iconic city landmarks, coastal heritage, award-winning local wine, designer shopping, and authentic local culture. Journey through scenic False Creek and Cambie Bridge, visit the charming Steveston Fisherman's Wharf and historic Britannia Shipyards, enjoy a guided 3-pour wine tasting at Lu Lu Island Winery, and shop at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet. Complete your adventure with a visit to Vancouver's famous Earnest Ice Cream. Complimentary Cruise Terminal pick-up and airport drop-off for evening flights make this the perfect tour for cruise passengers and visitors seeking an unforgettable Vancouver experience.

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!

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.

See the best of Victoria in just a few hours—and visit the famous Butchart Gardens—without having to rent a car or navigate on this time-saving, half-day private tour. Travel with ease aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy time to soak up Butchart Gardens (entrance fee extra), stroll Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site including Fan Tan Alley, Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf, and more.

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.

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.

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.

See grizzly bears in the wild on a small-group boat trip to the traditional territory of the Homalco First Nation. Raised viewing platforms offer safe, up-close viewing opportunities, while trained bear guides help spot wildlife. Round-trip transport aboard a covered vessel ensures a comfortable trip in any weather, with lunch, hot drinks, and snacks provided.

Travelling to The Butchart Gardens this holiday season? We’ve got you covered! Join Sightseeing Victoria for your fully narrated round-trip transportation between Downtown Victoria, and The Butchart Gardens. Celebrate the season with thousands of twinkling lights, festive greenery, traditional carollers, there is no shortage of seasonal sounds and Christmas magic at The Gardens!

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.

Make the most of your visit to Victoria by seeing  many of the area’s highlights in just one day. This private tour packs in top sights including, Butchart Gardens, one of Canada’s oldest Chinatown neighborhoods, Craigdarroch Castle, and the famed Parliament Buildings. Plus, you’ll even have time to stop at a local winery to experience British Columbia’s burgeoning wine scene. Round-trip transportation is also included for an added convenience.

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.