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Butchart Gardens and City Highlights Private tour

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Butchart Gardens at dusk
The Sunken Garden at the Butchart Gardens
Afternoon Tea at the Butchart Gardens
Gates of Harmonious Interest, China Town
BC Legislature at the Inner Harbour, Victoria, BC

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Overview

Experience the Best of Victoria & the Butchart Gardens with its natural beauty and historic charm!
Your tour begins in the heart of the city's vibrant Inner Harbour, where old-world charm meets West Coast cool. Learn about the city's fascinating past, colourful characters and hidden gems from a passionate local guide.
Then, it's time to trade city streets for the floral fantasy of the world-famous Butchart Gardens.
This is the most popular tour and is excellent for first-time visitors to Victoria. Your private tour includes comfortable travel in a Honda Odyssey Van and is fully professionally narrated.
This has always have a 5-star reviews for this tour.
This is also an excellent option for Cruise ship excursions.

What's Included

  • Bottled water Water and Snacks provided
  • Private transportation and professional narration
  • Butchart Gardens admission (National Historic Site of Canada)
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Meeting and Pickup

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You will be picked up at your specified location. And we will send a confirmation message to confirm your pick up time and location.

What To Expect

Fisherman's Wharf

We'll have fun exploring the quirky and gem-colored float homes in the lively neighborhood
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Thunderbird Park

An excellent display of Westcoast First Nations story poles. Here you'll learn about of the history of Canada's Indigenous people through the years of Colonization and the current state of the Truth and Reconciliation process.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Legislative Assembly of British Columbia

Victoria's architectural gem. Learn hour Victoria becomes the capital city of British Columbia and its infamous architect Francis Rattenbury. We will visit the exterior only
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown

A brief stop here to explore Chinatown and learn about the notorious history of Fan Tan Alley, the narrowest alley in Canada
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Butchart Gardens

World-famous Butchart Gardens is a must in Victoria. It's designated a National Historic Treasure and delights over 1 million visitors a year. With four gardens to view - The Sunken Garden, the Rose Garden, the Japanese Garden, and the Italian garden surrounding the former home of the Butchart Family.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada

Hear the interesting stories of this grand lady of a hotel. Built in 1908, it stands today with a blend of old-world charm and modern elements. One of Victoria's Iconic architectural treasures.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Butchart Gardens and City Highlights Private tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Butchart Gardens and City Highlights Private tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Bottled water. Water and Snacks provided.
  • Private transportation and professional narration.
The following is NOT included:
  • Butchart Gardens admission (National Historic Site of Canada).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Butchart Gardens and City Highlights Private tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Butchart Gardens and City Highlights Private tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Bottled waterWater and Snacks provided
  • Private transportation and professional narration
  • Butchart Gardens admission (National Historic Site of Canada)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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