Spectacular Wellington: Half Day Private Sightseeing Tour

5.0 (79 reviews) 2–3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

out of 5

79 reviews

5.0

Cable Car ride included (let us help you avoid the queues) — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Kia ora, we are Jo and Suzee, the owners of uTours and your tour guides. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Your Wellington Half Day tour is crafted specifically for you, your family & friends.

We are Jo & Suzee, your passionate Wellingtonians. We will introduce you to the Wellington that locals love.

Discover the stunning scenery, our local food & hear fabulous stories of our funky capital city. Ride the iconic Cable Car, check out the beaches & take in the fabulous views from the wind turbine or the Mt Victoria lookout.

As owner/operator guides, we are your local friend for the day - prepare for laughter, real conversations, discovery and unforgettable memories.

Your tour is private; pick up & drop off included, we get you away from the crowds.
We offer flexible itineraries that go beyond the guidebooks; you will get a good sense of life in Wellington.
Be comfortable; relax in our environmentally friendly vehicles & grab local treats from the cooler. We know where the toilets are.
If you have any mobility requirements, we are here to help.

Get in touch, we’d love to connect.

Bus Tours Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Ports of Call Tours City Tours Car Tours Shore Excursions Excellent Quality

At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: uTours Wellington

Ages: Children (1–17 years) · Adults (18–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Pick up and drop off at the Port, the airport or your centrally located accommodation.
Included: Snacks: Light refreshments and locally made treats included.
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Cable car tickets and entry to Old St Pauls Cathedral

Not included

Not included: A minimum of two guests is required.
Not included: Additional attractions may be available at customer cost on the day.
Not included: Lunch is at customer cost on the day. We decided to be as flexible as possible to meet your food needs. We will recommend excellent local food options based on when & where hunger strikes.

Itinerary

Wellington Wind Turbine

30 min

Enjoy 360 degree breathtaking views across the city and harbour. We will be flexible to fit your needs eg you may prefer to visit Mt Victoria as an alternative or second lookout point.
Owhiro Bay

one hour

Check out the wild south coast beaches, with good views of the South Island (weather permitting). Visit the Te Kopahou Reserve Visitor Centre. You may even see dolphins.
Weta Workshop Experiences

15 min

At the Weta Cave, come face to face with characters, props and displays from your favourite movies. Weta's more in-depth workshop tours must be pre-booked and costs are additional. Please ask us for more information.
Oriental Bay

15 min

Check out the sea, sand and wind at Oriental Bay. Marvel at the houses perched on the hill above our purpose-built inner-city beach.
New Zealand Parliament

30 min

Drive through Thorndon, NZ's oldest suburb. Visit Parliament Buildings, Old St Paul's Cathedral and the Botanic Gardens, time depending.
Wellington Cable Car

30 min Admission included

Ride the cable car without having to queue for tickets. Check out the views and the cable car museum.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Travelodge Hotel Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay
Quest On Johnston
Bay Plaza Hotel
Te Puni Village
Willis Wellington Hotel
Adelaide Motel
Sojourn Apartment Hotel - Riddiford
Newlands Court Motel
Liberty Apartment Hotel
Kapiti Waves Bed & Breakfast
Airport Motel

and 65 more pickup points

Please let us know your preferred pick-up location eg the Port, the Airport or your accommodation.

Cruise Ship passengers: Port pick up and drop off is included. We will adjust our timing to meet your ship’s timetable, if needed. Drop off in town, with directions to the shuttle buses, is also available.

Independent travellers: We pick you up from your centrally located accommodation. If you would like a pick up from somewhere else, please ask.

Our online booking system has a suggested start time of 9.30am. We confirm your pick up details before you travel.

Afternoon tours are available.

Thank you, Suzee & Jo

Using your ticket

We will get in touch once you have booked to organise and confirm your specific pick up location & time eg Half Day Tours can start in the afternoon. Your tour, including your pick up and drop off, is totally customised to suit your timing (the booking system requires a start time, we chose 9.30 as that was frequently chosen).

Cruise Ship passengers are picked up directly from the Port and independent travellers are picked up from your centrally located accommodation. If you would like a pick up from somewhere else, please ask as we will usually be able to help.

Thank you, Suzee & Jo.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Extend to a Full Day Tour

Spend more time with a local: See more - your tour is customised to your interests. Let's spend the day poking around Wellington at a leisurely rate.

Duration: 7 hours: Make the most of your time in Wellington, see more, hang out with a local for the day...

Pickup included
Wellington City Half Day Tour

Pickup included