Small Group Wine & Food Tour to the Cowichan Valley
Overview
Indulge in the ultimate wine tasting experience as we visit not one, not two but THREE local wineries. Sip on award-winning wines while basking in the stunning views of the Cowichan Valley.
Our knowledgeable local guide will ensure your journey is both entertaining and educational, providing fascinating insights into the art of wine making in the valley and the people who make it.
But wait, there's more! We'll also treat your taste buds to delicious cheese tastings at a nearby farm (Fri- Sun) and, when possible, authentic balsamic tastings.
Leisurely 6-hour tour you'll have ample time to savour every moment. Plus, we've got your lunch covered! Simply let us know in advance if you prefer vegan, veggie or an "I love it all" picnic option.
Departing from downtown Victoria Hotels, this small group tour guarantees a relaxed, intimate experience. Grab your wine-loving friends and let's go!
Inclusions
- Driver/guide
- 3 wineries with tastings/fees at each stop. (Fri-Sun CHEESE FARM , tastings when available)
- Lunch - Seasonal picnic lunch filled with local delights. Diet concerns not an issue with 24 hour notice.
What to expect
This tour offers sightseeing, history and points of interest along the route to wine country. Stunning views as we climb the Malahat Mountain range. Passing through old growth forest and stopping at the summit for an amazing picturesque view of the Saanich Inlet, Gulf Island and San Juan Islands (Salish Sea)
Our destination is the Cowichan Valley translated by local First Nations this ares is called "the warm land".
This tour offers amazing views as we climb the Malahat Mountain range. Time for a few pictures as your driver/guide shares the history along route while referring to many points of interest along the way.
This is a fast paced day with plans to enjoy tastings at 3 wineries, a picnic lunch at one, time to explore and shop in Cowichan Bay and stop for that perfect picture along the way. Let's go!
Duration: 40 minutes
Sample Menu
• Charcuterie picnic - Lunch offers an excellent selection of Locally Grown and Harvested produce and many items produced in-house.Diet issues no problem with notice.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 24 hour notice Vegan/Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Must be 19 years or older to join tour and taste wine
- Service animals allowed
- Groups of 6 or less
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Service dogs only with proof of License and must be in uniform and working
- Mask mandates are currently optional.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Island Time Tours! Our tour guide Colleen was so prepared, she provided everything we needed to have a comfortable experience. She was super friendly, had tons of knowledge about Victoria, and Cowichan Valley wine-making history! We saw beautiful wine...
I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Island Time Tours! Our tour guide Colleen was so prepared, she provided everything we needed to have a comfortable experience. She was super friendly, had tons of knowledge about Victoria, and Cowichan Valley wine-making history! We saw beautiful wineries, and everywhere we went was super welcoming. The wines were all amazing! I definitely recommend this tour.The tour was fantastic as was our tour guide, Colleen. Great winery selections with interesting, eclectic and VERY tasty wines. The picnic lunch was just perfect with local meats, cheeses and salads (with wonderful options for the vegetarian and gluten free folks in our tour). The views were l...
The tour was fantastic as was our tour guide, Colleen. Great winery selections with interesting, eclectic and VERY tasty wines. The picnic lunch was just perfect with local meats, cheeses and salads (with wonderful options for the vegetarian and gluten free folks in our tour). The views were lovely and it was a perfect way to see out of the way spots in the Cowichan Valley. I would definitely recommend this tour and I’ll be booking other that they have. Thanks Colleen!Colleen was so informative and gave such great commentary along the route. All 3 Wineries we visited were ready for us and made us feel right at home. Even though it rained our whole journey we were well taken care of with blankets, umbrellas and a really nice Island lunch. Highly recommend th...
Colleen was so informative and gave such great commentary along the route. All 3 Wineries we visited were ready for us and made us feel right at home. Even though it rained our whole journey we were well taken care of with blankets, umbrellas and a really nice Island lunch. Highly recommend this tour and thanks Colleen for making us feel safe and the extra to get us home in the rain was very much appreciated!Colleen is the best host, she knows so much about wines and the wineries we visit. She even knows about the owners, and the people giving tours - gave us an entertaining and fun rundown while driving to the wineries We got to taste over 10 wines! And the lunch was absolutely delicious, and acco...
Colleen is the best host, she knows so much about wines and the wineries we visit. She even knows about the owners, and the people giving tours - gave us an entertaining and fun rundown while driving to the wineries We got to taste over 10 wines! And the lunch was absolutely delicious, and accommodates our dietary needs 10/10 will recommend to all my friends visiting Victoria, night have to go again next year!The tourguide was fantastic. We were treated to some interesting vineyards, tasting special and interesting wines. Included, was a great lunch, enjoyed in one of the vineyards.
The tourguide was fantastic. We were treated to some interesting vineyards, tasting special and interesting wines. Included, was a great lunch, enjoyed in one of the vineyards.Wow ! Today was the highlight of my trip! We had such a wonderful time. The safety measure was effective and didn't take away from the experience. We had the time to do four wineries and they all had something special. Colleen our guide was super knowledgeable and made us feel entertain. The l...
Wow ! Today was the highlight of my trip! We had such a wonderful time. The safety measure was effective and didn't take away from the experience. We had the time to do four wineries and they all had something special. Colleen our guide was super knowledgeable and made us feel entertain. The lunch and snacks was amazing! Overall a perfect day! Thank you again!