Pedicab Tour of Victoria from Cruise Ship Terminal
Description
This tour is specifically designed for cruise ship guests arriving to Victoria, BC, Canada. It includes easy and convenient pick up directly at the cruise ship terminal in Victoria and guaranteed on time return to the terminal from your local guide. Early morning and evening arrivals tour start times are also available, see our website for more options. Fall in love with the city by seeing its beauty, charm and friendly character.
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Itinerary
Begin with a short trek along the gorgeous coastline, and see some of the natural features and what lies underneath the ocean surface. Enter one of Victoria’s oldest and friendliest neighborhoods—James Bay. You will see some of loveliest homes and gardens in town. Many of the homes were hand built and conform to the city’s heritage status bylaws by keeping the original character and colors of the 19th century. As you roll through the community, a stop can be made at the oldest local grocer in town and supplier of arguably the best coffee and tea in town.
Stop at the Emily Carr House and find out more about one of Victoria's more famous (infamous) artists. If desired, guests can tour the museum, admission is by donation.
Travel on bicycle paths and quiet lanes as you meander through Beacon Hill Park—the city’s green jewel. It features many gardens and flowering shrubs and trees including the Sun Dial Garden where more wedding photos are shot in town than anywhere else. The peacocks will respond to the Pavlovian ring of the bicycle bell and will greet you in exchange for some organic barley seeds. Ask your guide to point out the Bald Eagle’s nest and take advantage of a photo op when you cross the medieval stone bridge.
Leave the bliss of the park and enter into the spectacular inner harbour which includes the Legislative Buildings and the famous Empress Hotel. Then, head to the historic downtown core. The city comes alive when ships are in town and very often there will be street performers at every block. Pass by many shops that are preserved in their original Victorian character and very wide sidewalks allow opportunities to stop, take pictures or even venture in for a closer look. In a few blocks, the crowds will thin and you will experience the heart of Old Town. This is some of downtown Victoria’s best locations and yet most visitors do not venture this far to experience it.
Pass through the Gates of Harmonious Interest and explore Canada's oldest Chinatown. Take a peek down Fan Tan Alley, the narrowest street in Canada, and time permitting grab a snack or souvenir from one of the local shops.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If your ship arrival does not match the start time, you can check our website for other options.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Please note, disembarkation from the ship typically takes 30 to 60 minutes after the cruise ship ties into pier.
- All ships arriving in Victoria including evening arrivals, will be received
- Your reserved tour operator will be waiting to greet your party when you exit the terminal doors
- Please note that if your cruise cannot dock due to poor weather or other reasons a full refund is provided on your reservation
- A minimum of 2 people is required at time of booking
- Mobility scooters can be stored with the security guards at the terminal for pickup at the end of the tour and guests do not need to get off the bicycle during the tour.
- Feel free to contact us if you have further questions.
- The start times are aligned with the estimated docking time of the ship, our guides will be there when you disembark.
Reviews(461)
What an easy way to see the beauty of Victoria, BC, learn some history and see the natural fauna for the whole family
I highly recommend Victoria pedicab we had the greatest relaxing time. We had a group of eight so we had two pedicab guides both were phenomenal.
Tour guide, Paige, was excellent!! She was professional and knowledgable. She was patient and stopped as necessary to take photos. Victoria BC is indeed a beautiful city. Highly recommend to friends and families!
Ashley did not disappoint! She was kind, funny and educated us on so much in Victoria. I am so grateful for our tour and the great time we had with her.
This pedicab excursion was a great way to tour Victoria while learning the city’s history from our driver, Alan. Alan was very knowledgeable and entertaining and he showed us the highlights of the city.
This was the only port we didn't have a excursion set up and decided to wing it. After leaving Canada customs we figured we could Uber or walk into town. We decided to get information with a pedicab and talked to Alex. This was the best decision Alex was humorous and went in to great detail explaining everything on the tour. It was a pleasant surprise and the conversations with Alex made it a fun bike ride around a beautiful city. We do plan on going back and staying a few days to enjoy it more. Alot of that had to do with Alex showing us around . Thanks again!!
Julie was very good at making our first experience in Vancouver island a fun, memorable time. Julie knew a lot of history about the area and had a vibrant, colourful energy that made our day. I highly recommend her.
Fantastic experience. The best tour guides ever!!!
THIS is the way to go! Had a 3 hour stop on our Alaska cruise and jumped in with Christian not knowing what to expect. This exceeded expectations. Saw so much in so little time. Christian was hilarious and super knowledgeable. This is worth every penny! Definitely a perfect capstone to our Alaska cruise.
We had no plan when we arrived in Victoria, and we never stop and book tours at the pier—but we are SO glad we did! Nick was knowledgeable, kind, and fun! He went the extra mile to make our day fantastic. What started out as a day with lots of question marks ended up being one of our favorite days on our trip! Ask for Nick! He’s the best!
