Best of Victoria, BC W/ Malahat Skywalk, Butchart Gardens
Best of Victoria, BC with Malahat Skywalk and Butchart Gardens is a relaxed, small-group tour that explores natural beauty, culture and history of the city. It’s one of the best tours Victoria BC has to offer; the treetop walking tracks of the Malahat Skywalk and the colorful blooms of Butchart Gardens. You will also enjoy a ferry ride to Butchart Gardens, explore Craigdarroch Castle, Government House, and walk through serene parks. It’s a thoughtfully curated journey through Victoria city and is perfect for curious and mindful travelers.
What you'll see
Government House
Wander through Victoria’s hidden gem—Government House—where royal history, lush gardens, and BC’s li...
Malahat Skywalk
Experience the Majesty of Nature at Malahat Skywalk. Located near Victoria, BC, Malahat Skywalk offe...
Craigdarroch Castle
Explore Craigdarroch Castle in Victoria—an opulent Victorian mansion filled with stained glass, gran...
Butchart Gardens
Experience the beauty of nature at Butchart Gardens. Located in Victoria, BC, Butchart Gardens offer...
Highlights
- Take a leisure walk through the lovely Butchart Gardens
- Visit the captivating Malahat Skywalk with elevated walkways, offering breathtaking views
- Enjoy narrated drive across Victoria
- Relax on a scenic ferry crossing, providing picturesque views and a unique perspective of the area
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Join one of the most scenic tours from Victoria to Butchart Gardens; the Best of Victoria, BC with Malahat Skywalk, Butchart Gardens, where you’ll see Victoria at its best. This tour is available year round and allows you to see the charm of the city in every season. The focus of this walk is on the Malahat Skywalk and Butchart Gardens combining elevated forest views and famous floral displays that showcase the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.
The first stop of the tour is the Malahat Skywalk – a 10-story spiral tower at the top of Victoria’s Malahat Mountain range that provides one of the most stunning views of the Saanich Inlet, the Gulf Islands and beyond.
This Victoria Butchart Gardens tour also includes a relaxing ferry ride that offers some fresh air and some stunning views of the coast. The gentle speed gives you time to take in the scenery from the water -- a wonderful but often neglected way to see Vancouver Island's most iconic natural wonders.
Next we visit Butchart Gardens, a world famous botanical treasure. Our Butchart Gardens tours from Victoria BC include skip-the-line access and ample time to explore at your own pace. You can walk around gardens filled with colorful flowers, trimmed hedges and theme areas that span from peaceful Japanese to the bright colors of the Sunken Garden. It’s a place to slow down, take in the aromas and textures of nature in all its glory.
Continuing on, you’ll pass by Breakwater Lighthouse, Fisherman’s Wharf Park, Craigdarroch Castle and Beacon Hill Park, one of the city's most beloved green spaces. Its open lawns, walking paths, and oceanfront views are not just for show—they’re deeply embedded in the day-to-day lives of locals. A peaceful drive through the park offers a sense of Victoria’s rhythm and charm.
Finally, we will drop you off at your downtown Victoria hostel so that your tour will end in a comfortable and easy way. Our Best of Victoria, BC Malahat Skywalk, Butchart Gardens tours take you on a scenic, historic and exciting ride through Victoria’s finest locations.
Important Information
Know Before You Book:
- Your guide will pick you up directly from your hotel in Downtown Victoria
- Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated but the passenger with mobility impairment is accompanied by someone who can assist them to enter/exit the van
- The lead traveler’s name is needed for all bookings.
- Full names of all travelers are required when making a reservation.
Know Before You Go:
- Your guide will greet you outside of Container Village
- Arrive 10-15 minutes early at the meeting point to ensure a timely start
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