Tally-Ho Carriage Tours was established in 1903 as Victoria’s first tourism-focused transportation company.  Since then, the beautiful Tally-Ho horses have become iconic symbols of the city and much-loved companions of the local residents.

Our professional, fun-loving guides delight guests with surrounding history, local folklore, and exclusive insights into our amazing draft horses and operations.  Book your tour now and discover the beauty of horses up close.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to go behind the scenes of Victoria’s iconic Tally-Ho and meet the horses on the farm!

Tally-Ho is locally owned and operated and is widely recognized for their ethical treatment and care of their magnificent draft horses and industry-leading practices.

Tally-Ho Carriage Tours acknowledges and thanks the Lkwungen People, also known as the Songhees and Esquimalt First Nations communities, for allowing us to live, work and play on their lands.

First Tally-Ho stage in Victoria. May 9, 1903


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History of Tally-Ho!

The first Tally-Ho stage coach rolled out on May 9, 1903, and we are honored to continue to provide horse-drawn services in the City of Victoria.   Every day we celebrate the stars of our show, the horses!  Join us for unique opportunities to interact with our beautiful draft horses, learn how we ensure they are living their best lives, and how we can all work to protect these ‘at risk’ breeds for generations to come. We guarantee you will fall in love these amazing, strong, goofy animals!

 

It’s your choice!  We are always adding fun, new experiences!

VICTORIA SIGHTSEEING TOURS

A charming horse-drawn carriage ride through beautiful Victoria, British Columbia!

Tally-Ho’s beautiful vis-à-vis carriages are a relaxing, fun and informative way to see Victoria.  Our majestic draft horses and professional, fun-loving tour guides will delight you with a personalized, informative and entertaining tour, as you sit back and enjoy the soft footfalls of your horse’s hooves!

SHORT & SWEET TOUR

15 minutes
$80 CAD per carriage (including tax)
Up to 6 guests (maximum 4 adults recommended)

HERITAGE TOUR

30 minutes
$150 CAD per carriage (including tax)
Up to 6 guests (maximum 4 adults recommended)

SALISH SEA TOUR

45 minutes
$215 CAD per carriage (including tax)
Up to 6 guests (maximum 4 adults recommended)

BEACON HILL PARK TOUR

60 minutes
$275 CAD per carriage (including tax)
Up to 6 guests (maximum 4 adults recommended)

MOST POPULAR

GRAND TOUR

75 minutes
$330 CAD per carriage (including tax)
Up to 6 guests (maximum 4 adults recommended)

PREMIER TOUR

90 minutes
$385 CAD per carriage (including tax)
Up to 6 guests (maximum 4 adults recommended)

BEHIND THE SCENES EXPERIENCES!

As a small, family run business, we take great pride in ensuring our beautiful draft horses are living their best lives; and creating unique educational opportunities for people to interact with them.

Our Behind the Scenes tours are designed to allow people to spend dedicated time with the horses.

Tours in Victoria can accommodate guests in wheel chairs, or those with special needs.

GRASS ROOTS HORSE EXPERIENCE!

Available all year | Victoria, BC

HIDDEN ACRES FARM TOUR!

April & May | Saanichton, BC

SEASONAL TOURS & EXPERIENCES

Our signature seasonal tours are exclusive to Tally-Ho and carefully crafted to provide sensational new adventures for our guests! 

Sample local, aritsan cuisines and libations; enjoy romantic moments with your loved ones; spend the afternoon laughing with friends; sing out loud to holiday songs; or experience dark and twisted tales of Victoria’s past.

Tours are offered in both the rural farming community of Saanichton, and the James Bay neighborhood of Victoria.

SEA CIDER PICNIC!

Saanichton, BC

Outdoor Fun! 

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VALENTINE’S DAY!

Victoria, BC

Romance! 

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FAMILY DAY!

Victoria, BC

Family Fun! 

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HAUNTED HALLOWEEN!

Victoria, BC

BEWARE!  

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CHRISTMAS TOURS!

Victoria &
Saanichton, BC

Memories! 

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TALLY-HO KEEPSAKES!

Items may be added to each tour, or purchased separately from our GIFT SHOP

Rimsky Plus Horse

Rimsky PLUSH HORSE

$63.95 + tax
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“Rimsky” is a life-like, soft and silky replica of our beloved Clydesdale Tally-Ho horses.  His pulling harness is removable for when he’s ready to relax at the farm.  He stands approximately 12.5″ tall x 12″ long. 

Clyde Plus Horse

Clyde PLUSH HORSE

$34.95 + tax
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Our “Clyde” horse is a high-quality plush replica of our beloved Clydesdale horses, complete with pulling harness. He stands approximately 7.5″ tall.

Famously Fun TALLY-HO T

$28.95 + tax
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All Ts have the Tally-Ho logo scrseen-printed on the front. The optional back screen-printing provide a cheeky nod to our history “Working the Streets Since 1903!” Kids, Women’s and Men’s styling and sizing available.

Tally-Ho! TEAM HAT

$26.95 + tax
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These ballcaps are must for long days on the farm in the sun or rain! Choose your favorite style – the Classic “Dad Hat” or the Mesh “Trucker Hat”. Both styles are embroidered with the Tally-Ho Carriage Tours logo.

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Lucky Horseshoe

$26.95 + tax
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For thousands of years horseshoes have been considered lucky. Used as a talisman, a horseshoe hung with the ends pointing up is said to attract positive energies and bring good luck and happiness to your home! Take home your own good-luck charm with a worn shoe from one of our beloved draft horses.

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