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You’ll meet downtown Victoria, hop into comfortable round-trip transportation, and trade city streets for vineyard views on the Saanich Peninsula. This tour is built for travellers who want a fun, social day of tastings without planning routes, finding a designated driver, or trying to squeeze in winery stops between other plans.
You’ll visit three wineries with tastings included, plus you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at one stop so the wines make more sense once they’re in your glass. There’s also a light lunch included, which is exactly what you want when you’re tasting through the day.
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This is the kind of experience that turns “we should go wine tasting sometime” into a day you’ll actually remember. You’ll get curated stops, private tastings at each winery, and a guide who can connect the dots between what you’re seeing in the vineyard and what you’re tasting.
Tastings are included: You’re not pulling out your wallet at every stop. Tasting fees are included, so you can focus on trying new varietals and comparing favourites as you go.
Round-trip transportation from downtown Victoria: You’ll meet at a central pickup point and ride out together, which keeps the day easy and worry-free.
One of the best parts of a winery day is understanding what goes into the bottle. This tour includes a behind-the-scenes visit at one winery, so you’ll get a clearer sense of how local wine is made and why different styles taste the way they do.
The listing describes a small group experience (15 passengers or fewer). You’re not doing this with a busload of people. You’ll have time to ask questions, move at a comfortable pace, and enjoy each stop without feeling rushed.
This tour runs as a set itinerary with a downtown Victoria meeting point and a 10:00 a.m. start time. You’ll spend the day driving out to the Saanich Peninsula, enjoying tastings at three wineries, then returning to downtown Victoria at the end.
You’ll meet your guide at 721 Government Street in Victoria. Across the street from the Fairmont Empress Hotel in the passenger loading zone area. Plan to arrive a bit early so you’re not rushed, and double-check the meeting instructions in your booking confirmation.
Once everyone’s on board, you’ll head out of downtown Victoria toward the Saanich Peninsula. This is the easy part: you can look out the window, chat with your group, and let someone else handle the logistics.
You’ll visit three wineries with tastings included. The itinerary lists:
At each stop, you’ll have a tasting experience and time to take in the setting. If you like a wine, this is also your chance to buy a bottle to take home. The tour listing also mentions discounts at select wineries for tour guests, which can be a nice bonus if you plan to purchase.
At one winery, you’ll go behind the scenes to learn more about how local wines are produced. This adds a layer of context that makes the tasting feel more personal and a lot more interesting, especially if you’re newer to wine tasting.
A light lunch is included. Think of it as a smart mid-tour reset so you can keep tasting comfortably. If you want a bigger meal, plan to eat a solid breakfast before you meet, or book a proper lunch or dinner back in Victoria after the tour.
After the final stop, you’ll head back to the original meeting point downtown.
Minimum age: All travellers must be 19 or older.
Accessibility: This tour is listed as not wheelchair accessible. It is listed as stroller accessible.
Weather: The tour operates in all weather conditions, so dress for the day.
Cancellation: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
The reviews on the listing highlight how much the guide experience shapes the day, with multiple guests calling out friendly, knowledgeable guides and a well-paced schedule. A practical note that comes up is meeting logistics downtown, so it’s worth arriving early and checking your confirmation for the exact pickup instructions.
If you want an easy, guided tasting day with transportation handled and winery stops already planned, this is a solid way to do it from downtown Victoria.
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This Activity: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
