Victoria City Highlights Bike Tour for Cruise Guests

When you make port in Victoria, British Columbia, take a 2-hour cycling tour that explores the city’s atmospheric streets. Learn about the history of British Columbia’s capital as you pedal through neighborhoods like Fernwood, Chinatown and Cook Street Village; cruise along bike paths that wind through Beacon Hill and Moss Rock Parks; and visit the bustling Inner Harbour. Photograph famous attractions like Craigdarroch Castle, one of the tallest totem poles in the world and Victoria’s iconic architecture. This ride will show you why Victoria is one of the most livable and bike-friendly cities in Canada.

Itinerary

1. Start & end the Bike Tour at our Shop. The Pedaler at 321 Belleville Street (10 min)
2. Learn about the history and stories for the Parliament Buildings. Stop at the front and back of the buildings on this Tour. (15 min)
3. This scenic patch of waterfront is the location of Victoria's many tourist attractions, recreational activities, restaurants and shopping.
4. You will stop at China Town and walk down the second oldest China Town in the world, next to San Francisco's China Town. Explore China Town with history and stories from out Tour Guide. Walk down Fan Tan Alley, the narrowest street in North America. (10 min)
5. Fan Tan Alley is the narrowest street in North America. Lined up with former opium & gambling dens, turned into trendy shops and restaurants. (5 min)
6. A trendy and funky community. You will learn about the history of Fernwood and other attractions in this neighbourhood. You will ride up and through Fernwood on your way to Craigdarroch Castle. (10 min)
7. Craigdarroch Castle in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, is a historic, Victorian-era Scottish Baronial mansion (10 min)
8. Stop at the Government House and learn about the history, stories. The voluntary gardeners which keep up the grounds and gardens here. Learn about what the Lieutenant Governor does for Victoria, BC. Hosts members of the Canadian Royal Family, as well as foreign royalty and heads of state. She is also tasked with fostering national unity and pride. (10 min)
9. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and houses throughout the elegant Rockland neighbourhood. Riding down from The Governors House.
10. In Beacon Hill Park, you’ll see a totem pole that towers to an astonishing 127 feet and 7 inches (39 meters); when it was erected, in 1956, it is the tallest, free standing Totem Pole in the world. (10 min)
11. This is where the Tour will end and you can disembark from your bikes. Hand helmets off to the Guides or Shop Staff for sanitization. Chat with guide regarding any other attractions or destinations you would like to see or experience. (10 min)

Meeting & end point