Craigdarroch Castle

Craigdarroch Castle Pedicab Tour

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150 minutes
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Craigdarroch Castle is one of the most famous sightseeing points in Victoria. Join this pedicab tour to see the landmark in a unique way! Your professional tour guides will take you to the Lt. Governor's grounds where Queen Elizabeth has stayed, past some of Victoria's oldest and largest churches, as well as inside the castle itself.

Options

Multiple Departure Times

Pickup included

FromNZD $299.88Per Person

What's included in Craigdarroch Castle Pedicab Tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Craigdarroch Castle

Craigdarroch Castle is an old Scottish baronial castle that sits atop Victoria's highest point. Built in the late 1880's for a wealthy coal baron, this castle displays the opulence of the late Victorian age. The castle is perched next to the Lt. Governor's grounds where Queen Elizabeth has stayed during her visits to Victoria. The stunningly remarkable gardens offer mountain views, a Japanese garden, Rhododendrons, a classic English rose garden and a myriad of West Coast garden scenes. You will also visit Victoria's oldest and largest churches. The route passes by several character homes, offering guests a taste of Victoria's charm. This tour is seasonal and only operates from February through to November.

Admission Ticket Not Included

Government House

Government House, the Lt. Governor's residence is where the Royal Family has stayed during their visits to Victoria. The stunningly remarkable gardens offer mountain views, a Japanese garden, Rhododendrons, a classic English rose garden and a myriad of West Coast garden scenes.

Victoria

FAQ's Are the pedicabs safe? Yes, very safe. All the cabs are professionally manufactured by Main Street Pedicabs in Colorado, U.S.A. Safety features include disc brakes, seat belts and reinforced frames. Victoria is a very bicycle oriented town. On many streets, there are specially designed bike lanes. Guests constantly remark about how courteous drivers are towards cyclists and pedestrians. The tour operator is proud to announce that they have a perfect safety record since they began operations in 2001. Is there a motor underneath the cab? No. The operators have the horse-like strength but they smell better! Besides that, they know how to avoid the hills. A one hour tour typically covers 10 kilometers (6-7 miles).

Inclusions

  • 2.5 hour sightseeing tour in a pedicab
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Professional tour guide
  • Gratuity (optional)
  • Admission to the Castle (Optional but recommended)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please put your desired departure time in the "special requirements field" when you book
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Non-motorized wheelchairs can be carried on board and assistance is given boarding and dismounting
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • We can meet you by the Visitor Center on Government Street.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

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Operator

Victoria Pedicab Tours