...wherever the road takes us
Castle, Castle, Lighthouse
Craigdarroch Castle - Hatley Castle - Fisgard Lighthouse
2 out of 4 of Canadian Castles right here in Victoria!
Your guide will share the history along the way, unravelling the connections of the past...
Hatley Castle grounds, gardens and Museum
( The interior in use by the University)
Fisgard Lighthouse keepers house and grounds
Fort Rodd (walking)
Dress for the weather, mainly an outdoor activity
Minimum 4 Adult passengers
We travel in Vans allowing for closer access
* This tour has walking and stairs (87 steps in Craigdarroch) Walking is at your own pace.
As we will be gone over lunch time, feel free to bring a snack
or we're happy to
provide an optional lunch for $15pp
Children we suggest can share one lunch order, plenty of food
Veggie, Chicken or Beef Email
| Adult | $88 |
| Youth | $65 |
| Child | $45 |
Youth = 12 years - 17 years
please apply 12% new tax increase HST
The Castle was completed in 1908 for James Dunsmuir the son of Robert Dunsmuir of Craigdarroch Castle
James is quoted as saying, "Money doesn't matter, just build what I want."
You will explore the grounds of this beautiful estate. The gardens are renowned and part of this national heritage site. The views are spectacular with rolling lawns meeting the ocean.
The basement of the castle houses the museum. Hatley Castle LINK Click here
The interior is in use by the University
Was built in 1860 as the first permanent lighthouse on Canada’s west coast. You’ll have time to view the exhibits and video station in the former keeper’s house. The view is incredible.
Fort Rodd Hill: a coast artillery fort built in the late 1890s to defend Victoria and the Esquimalt Naval Base.
You’ll have time to explore both the Lighthouse and Fort. Great place to eat your lunch and take fabulous pictures!
was built between 1887-1890 for Robert Dunsmuir, a Scottish immigrant who made his fortune from Vancouver Island coal. This Victorian mansion, overlooking the City of Victoria British Columbia, announced to the world that he was the richest and most important man in Western Canada.
Time to view the Castle’s interior
Craigdarroch LINK Click here
AGENCY # 45837
