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Explore the world-renowned Butchart Gardens, Malahat Skywalk and Victoria’s iconic city highlights in a fun-filled 5-hour family adventure.
This private, customizable shore excursion is ideal for cruise guests looking to experience Victoria’s highlights at a relaxed, flexible pace. Begin with a scenic drive to the Malahat SkyWalk, where elevated walkways and panoramic views showcase forests, islands, and coastline from above. Continue on to the world-famous Butchart Gardens, with time to explore its beautifully landscaped gardens at your leisure. Scenic return drive to downtown Victoria with short stops and drive-by highlights, including Chinatown, the Inner Harbour, the Fairmont Empress Hotel, and the BC Legislative Buildings.
Note: Entry tickets to Malahat Skywalk and Butchart Gardens not yet included.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
For your tour convenience
We offer pickup and drop-off for BC Ferries (Swartz Bay), Victoria International Airport (YYJ), and many other locations. Contact us to confirm availability, any extra time required, and additional cost.
Harbour Air, Helijet, Black Ball Ferry (Coho), and Clipper Ferry. If your pickup location isn’t listed, please contact us—we’ll do our best to accommodate pickups anywhere on the peninsula.
The SUV accommodates up to six guests. Five guests comfortably. Comfortable seating, large viewing windows, air-conditioned, and plenty of Mobile device charging. The middle seat is adjustable for legroom—the configuration of one seat in the front with the driver. Three middle seats are adjustable for legroom. Two seats in the back are adjustable (Guests must be physically able to enter and exit the vehicle independently).
Itinerary
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1Ogden Point Terminal
(Pick up) Easy meet-up right at the cruise terminal; your guide greets you and you’re off in minutes.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Malahat Skywalk
(~45 min from Ogden Point) — A stunning elevated walk through the forest to a spiral lookout with big ocean-and-island views—great photos, fresh air, and a fun “wow” moment.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
3The Butchart Gardens
(~55 min from Malahat SkyWalk) — Victoria’s world-famous gardens: vibrant flowers, hidden pathways, fountains, and picture-perfect views around every corner.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
4Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
(scenic return ~1 hr 20 min via downtown) — Canada’s oldest Chinatown—lantern-lined streets, historic brick buildings, and a quick taste of Victoria’s most colorful neighbourhood.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
Fisherman's Wharf (Pass by)
(drive-by) A lively floating marina with cute houseboats, dockside eateries, and classic West Coast harbour vibes (keep an eye out for seals!).
Admission ticket free -
5Ogden Point Terminal
(Drop-off) Returned to the same spot for a smooth, stress-free finish before your ship departure.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is customizable, with the duration at each attraction adjusted based on the tour's pace, pickup and drop off location.
- If not already provided, please inform the supplier as soon as possible of your ship's name, docking time, disembarkation time, and departure time to ensure proper arrangements can be made.
- Contact us if a car seat is required.
- Contact us if an infant seat is required.
- Private tour: exclusively for you and your group.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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