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By Adventure by Nature

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Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,699 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

  • This private tour is specifically designed for cruise ship passengers. Visit Akaroa and explore the Banks Peninsula with one of our friendly and knowledgeable local guides.

    This excursion, starting and finishing at Lyttleton, is a genuinely scenic experience. Learn about fascinating local history and understand how an enormous extinct volcano shaped this rugged landscape and how the landscape continues to shape the people who live here.

    In Akaroa, you’ll visit the whimsical Giant’s House; a place filled with vibrant mosaic sculptures. In town, there are opportunities to try the local cuisine, shop for souvenirs, or admire the local artworks.

    A trip to Akaroa from Lyttelton fits nicely into the cruise ship schedule.

Activity location

  • Sign of the Bellbird
    • Summit Road
    • 7672, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 20 Norwich Quay
    • 20 Norwich Quay
    • 8082, Lyttelton, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Private Guided Tour

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Includes The Giant's House
Private Guided Tour
Lunch, snacks & hot drinks
Luxury Car: Luxury Car 1-3 people
Minivan 4-8 people

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
NZ$849.50 x 2 AdultsNZ$1,699.00
Total
Price is NZ$1,699.00
Until Sun, 25 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lunch
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Coffee and/or Tea
  • Inclusions
    Morning and afternoon tea are included

Know before you book

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Sign of the Bellbird

  • 10m
We stop for a short walk and photo opportunity at the Sign of the Bellbird, one of four original stone rest houses in the Port Hills. A 15-minute drive along Summit Road brings us to the next location.

Gebbies Pass

  • 10m
Gebbies Pass links Lyttelton Harbour to Banks Peninsula and Akaroa Harbour. Stopping at the top of the 161-meter-high pass affords a stunning view over the rugged farmland and with Lyttelton Harbour in the background. A 15-minute drive brings us to our next location.

Kaituna Valley Scenic Reserve

  • 30m
Morning tea is served before exploring the beautiful native bush and admiring the massive Mati (New Zealand White Pine) Trees. An easy 10-minute loop track is an option for those who would like to stretch their legs. A 20-minute drive brings us to our next destination.

Little River

  • 15m
A tiny township nestled between steep hillside farmland and native bush. The food, art, and ice cream that are sold here are favourites with Christchurch locals visiting Akaroa. You will have some free time here to admire the local artworks, sample the ice cream or check out the historic railway station. A 30-minute over a steep hill brings us into Akaroa Harbour.

Akaroa

  • 3h
Once in Akaroa, you can visit The Giant’s House, a mesmerising mosaic sculpture garden. Then take time to savour a café lunch and explore the shops, all while soaking in the beauty of this idyllic harbour town.

Lyttelton

  • 30m
Lyttelton is one of the oldest townships in New Zealand and the starting point of Shackton's famous Antarctic expeditions. It boasts the largest and busiest port on the South Island, while the township maintains a quaint local vibe. On Saturdays, the high street hosts a vibrant local market. Depending on your boat's departure time, you may have time to find a souvenir, visit a local cafe, or find a quiet spot to enjoy the view of the Harbour.

Location

Activity location

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    Sign of the Bellbird
    • Summit Road
    • 7672, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    20 Norwich Quay
    • 20 Norwich Quay
    • 8082, Lyttelton, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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