Things to do in Duncan, British Columbia

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Victoria: Victoria Grapes to Grains Tour

Victoria: Victoria Grapes to Grains Tour

Enjoy a leisurely drive 45 minutes north of the city of Victoria to the picturesque Cowichan Valley. Home to a vast array of incredible wineries, cideries, breweries, and distilleries, the Cowichan Valley is sure to impress with a little bit of something for everyone! This 6 hour Victoria Grapes to Grains Tour is perfect for those looking for a mixed bag style of tour. Love wine but love beer and cider just as much? Look no further than this rocking tour experience! Leaving from downtown, the Victoria Grapes To Grains tour transports guests along one of the most scenic drives the region has to offer. A thoughtfully selected lineup of Cowichan Valley wineries and breweries await on this highly curated VIP tour , where you will have the chance to indulge in some of the tastiest wines, beers ciders and spirits that Vancouver Island has to offer. The Victoria Grapes To Grains tour includes tasting experiences at 2 wineries, a brewery and a cidery/distillery. Lunch reservations are also included at The Red Arrow Brewing Company halfway through the tour, allowing you the chance to relax and enjoy some delicious food with friends. The tour finishes off with your choice of cider or spirits before heading back to Victoria. At every stop, you will be blown away by breathtaking views of rolling vineyards, orchards, and lush country landscape, setting the perfect backdrop for photos to last a lifetime. Each visit allows ample time for tasting, asking questions, wandering the property, taking photos, and of course, purchasing your favourite selections! For those in search of a mixed bag option, this all inclusive tour includes 16-20 tastings throughout the day and behind the scenes access to vineyards and brewmasters. The Victoria Grapes To Grains Tour may just be the best way to visit the valley!

Victoria: Victoria Full Day Guided Wine Tour

Victoria: Victoria Full Day Guided Wine Tour

Enjoy a leisurely drive 45 minutes north of the city of Victoria to the Cowichan Valley wine region. This hidden gem on the Canadian wine scene is host to nine different wineries and vineyards, which serve as the picturesque backdrop to this incredible wine region. Throughout the day, discover interesting reds, crisp whites, elegant rosés and refreshing sparkling wines. Covering a wide array of both familiar and unique varietals, there’s truly something for everyone along our Victoria Wine Tour! Pinot Noir, Merlot, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Bacchus and a host of sparkling wine options will have your taste buds popping as you’re guided through an interpretive tasting experience along Cowichan Valley’s most sought after wineries. Our full day Victoria Wine Tour includes tastings at 4 award winning wineries, pick up and drop off from your accommodation in Victoria or the surrounding area, round trip transportation in our luxury touring vans and an upbeat, energetic, and knowledgeable tour guide. This tour also features lunch reservations at the mouth-watering Unsworth Restaurant at Unsowrth Vineyards for a leisurely break half way through the tour. At every stop, you will be swept away by breathtaking views of rolling vineyards and neighbouring orchards, setting the perfect backdrop for photos to last a lifetime. Each winery visit allows ample time for wine tasting, asking questions, wandering the property, taking photos, and of course, purchasing your favourite wines! If you haven't yet explored the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, now is your chance to see it for yourself! Our Victoria Full Day Wine Tour showcases an incredible array of wineries in an undeniably picturesque region, making it a a wine lover's destination you won't want to miss!

Victoria West Coast Big Tree Coastal Adventure

Victoria West Coast Big Tree Coastal Adventure

If you’re looking to explore Vancouver Island’s wild west coast without the hustle and bustle of Tofino, consider visiting Port Renfrew. Once we pick you up at 8 am, it’s off to the West Coast for some invigorating hikes and coastal exploration. We will make a stop at the awe-inspiring Jurassic Grove. There, you can witness 1000-year-old Western Red Cedars, including 3.6m large trees! On our way back down, we will go to 2 more beautiful beaches that are suitable for your group's needs. We will stop at Mystic Beach, Sancut Beach or Muir Creek Beach. They all have beautiful sandstone features and you could also witness whales crossing the strait, sea lions, seals and otters cruising by the beach or basking in the sun, millions of year-old fossils and waterfalls! This tour can also be extended to an overnight trip with an amazing yurt stay and we will circle back through the complete Pacific Marine Circle through Duncan, stopping at the amazing Malahat Skywalk and more!

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We had a great time! Our driver, Lee, was super nice. He was knowledgeable about the area & the places we went. He introduced us to the other couple on the tour, remembered all our names & engaged each of us in conversations. He also had a great sense of humor! First, Blue Grouse Winery. Great views there! Some quite nice wines, with very good descriptions. Next, Stillhead Distillery. The gal was, not just an employee, but she knew every aspect of the place! And had a really sense of humor! We tasted Whiskey, Gin & Vodka. (I really am not a Gin drinker***bought 2 bottles!) On to Red Arrow Brewery. Some really good beers! And we had a very tasty lunch (I recommend the Burger & the Braised Beef Sandwich!) Got a couple beers to go. Last, Umsworth Vineyard. Again, some very nice wines. Everyone we encountered was very friendly & knew their drinks well. A side note** We would have gotten some wine, but we have to go thru Customs. Weren't sure of the policies for that. Wonderful day!

5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic day out with Lee our very knowledgeable driver. Awful weather but he made up for it with his interesting stories about the island and its history. Both wineries were good and the distillery was superb with a lovely lady who really knows the spirits they produce. The red arrow brewery where we had lunch had wonderful staff who nothing was too much trouble for. The choice of beers for our sliders was excellent with some very different ones to choose from. Food was great and well cooked with a nice choice at reasonable cost. Would highly recommend this tour.

5 out of 5 stars

The Victoria Grapes to Grains tour is a must do. Our guide Lee was amazing. He was personable, informative and a true joy to spend the day with. Each establishment we visited was well chosen and unique. The smaller group tour is fabulous for meeting new and interesting people. Highly recommend and will do again if back in the Victoria area. Thanks again Vivid Tours and Lee!

5 out of 5 stars

Friendliness and knowledge of Lee, Ashley at the Holocene distillery was also amazing in explaining everything about their distillery, not to mention how good the product was

5 out of 5 stars

Loved the friendship and network excellent selection of wineries could possibly have one more brewery for the no wine drink my partners