Victoria City Highlights Pedal or E-Bike Tour - Hoods & Legends
Description
Weave your way along Victoria’s picturesque streets by bicycle as you learn about the history of British Columbia’s charming capital on this 2+ hour tour. Explore neighborhoods like Fernwood, Chinatown and Cook Street Village; cruise along bike paths through parks such as Beacon Hill and Ross Bay; and pass by the glistening waters of the buzzing Inner Harbour. See Craigdarroch Castle, one of the tallest totem poles in the world and Victoria’s famous breathtaking architecture. This ride will show you why Victoria is one of the most bike-friendly and most livable cities in Canada.
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This is where our tour starts, in the historic Huntingdon Manor.
Learn the history of the Parliament and the scandalous story of its architect!
This scenic patch of waterfront is the location of Victoria's many tourist attractions, recreational activities, restaurants and shopping.
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.
Fan Tan Alley is the narrowest street in North America. Lined up with former opium & gambling dens, turned into trendy shops and restaurants.
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.
Learn about the history of Craigdarroch Castle and the coal baron who built it as a gift to his wife when she agreed to move from Scotland to the wilds of the West Coast. The stop gives insights into the early days of the province and the attempt to recreate English society in the New World.
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.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery and houses throughout the elegant Rockland neighbourhood. Riding down from The Governors House.
In Beacon Hill Park we introduce our guests to the Indigenous presence in Southern Vancouver Island, touching on the local First Nations (the Lekwungen), the early Metis settlers, and the current urban Indigenous community in Victoria.
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.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Reviews(291)
Sue our tour guide was fantastic. She was very personable, gave lots of facts about the city and sites. The bike ride was a wonderful way to enjoy the city.
Great way to spend the morning. We visited areas of the city we wouldn’t normally have seen. Our guide Michael was great at keeping everyone together and gave clear instructions at the road intersections so everyone knew what we were doing and where we were going. Lots of stories on the way. We had pedal bikes and these were fine as the terrain was mostly flat. Just one slight hill to manage but it was fine.
We had a blast on the Hoods and Legends tour! Michael is a fantastic story teller and we got to know Victoria through a combo of history but also his own experience living on the island which was a really nice touch. The bike ride was the perfect length & each stop was well thought out. I recommend doing this immediately upon arriving to get a feel for the area & recommendations. Thank you Michael and crew for a great experience!
Great experience! Super fun activity. We hit the jackpot with picture perfect weather. John was a fantastic guide. Can’t say enough great things about him.
This was a great sight seeing tour! Our guide was very knowledgeable about the city and all the landmarks!
We were visiting Victoria for a couple of days and wanted to see the city highlights wiht an experienced guide. We loved this tour, it fit the bill perfectly. Mike was a fantastic guide and we learned a ton about this beautiful city.
The weather was not agreeable but our tour was still fun!
A very pleasant afternoon. We used the tour as a means to get an overall sense of Victoria, which was achieved. As a bonus, we got some fresh air and exercise on a beautiful day.
Great tour of the city! Saw many highlights. E-bike was easy and fun. Tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable.
We had a lovely e-bike tour with Jo. She entertained us with numerous stories of the beautiful city of Victoria and some of its most notorious citizens.
