Private Tour Highlights of Christchurch NZ

4–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Bridge of Remembrance — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Cathedral — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Christchurch has been voted as one of the best city’s to visit in the world. Since the earthquakes, the city has a real buzz and is very popular. On the tour, I’ll show you all the best parts of our city, port hills and anything you’d love to see!

I was born in Christchurch, and have grown up in the city and in the surrounding area. I have been tour guiding around New Zealand since 2012 and even had a stint as a TV Presenter for a farming show on our local network, CTV.

On a Scotty B Tour you can rest easy knowing you're going to get great service, I put my name on it!

I've travelled to more than 40 countries and I know that meeting & travelling with a local guide can make for a great experience.

Our city has been reborn and I want to make sure you have the best experience in our beautiful city and see as much as you can. Both New, old and get you exploring our nature!

Get in touch for you want to customise this experience

Scotty

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At a glance

Duration: 4–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Scotty B Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Private transportation: Full Air-conditioning & Microphone for commentary / questions

Not included

Not included: Admission fees: If you choose extra activities, Eg. Antarctic Centre, willowbank & Gondola. They have an additional cost. Starting at

Itinerary

Cardboard Cathedral

15 min

Visit the Cardboard Transitional cathedral. Learn the story about why it was created.
Cathedral Square

10 min

Visit out beloved church damaged in the 2010 / 2011 earthquakes
The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora

10 min

Walk through the original Canterbury university grounds. Beautifully restored buildings give a glimpse into the former look of the city. Optional: Rutherford's Den museum.
Christchurch Botanic Gardens

30 min

Walk through our beautiful gardens, admire the hard work with plants from all around the world. Always something to see and the roses & trees are sure to impress!
Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial

10 min

A tranquil spot to remember those who were lost in the earthquakes. Right beside the Avon river
Bridge of Remembrance

one hour

Check out the large arch in remembrance bridge for our fallen from the wars around the world.

This also doubles as our Lunch stop at either the Riverside Market (Street style food) or The Terrace (Restaurants)

Shopping in our open air, Cashel street mall.
Port Hills

one hour

Either take the Gondola up the port hills (Not included) or alternately, Scotty can take you to some awesome lookout points along the port hills. (Included)
Sumner Beach (Cave Rock)

20 min

Explore the local beach in Sumner and Cave Rock
Lyttelton

Passing by

Either drop back at the port for cruise passengers or enjoy a driving trip around this seaside township.

Drive back to the city via the tunnel.
CBD Christchurch

1 min Admission included

This tour is flexible and can include other options like:

Antarctic Centre, Willowbank (NZ Native birds) Airforce Museum, Tram around the city, Art Galleries'.

Please let me know what you'd like to do.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Hagley Park East Residence
Hotel Montreal
Quest Cathedral Junction
Movenpick Christchurch
The George Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch City
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
The Classic Villa
Christchurch City Hotel
Crowne Plaza Christchurch By IHG
Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square

and 15 more pickup points

***Cruiseship***

Please take thee shuttle service from the ship to Norwich Quay. This is were all independent tours start and finish. This is a free service. please check on the ship regarding this service. sometimes drop off is city centre, in which case i will meet you there.

***Hotel***

I can pick up from any hotel in the city. Please let me know where you are staying