Free cancellation
Activity Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand
Private Customizable Sightseeing Tour in Dunedin
About this activity
Experience the absolute best of the South Island on this private, fully customizable tour of Dunedin. Tailor-made for travelers who want to skip the crowds, this excursion allows you to design your perfect day alongside a knowledgeable local guide. Choose whether to dive deep into Dunedin's rich Scottish heritage and architectural wonders, conquer the world's steepest street, or head out to the spectacular Otago Peninsula to discover rugged coastlines and rare wildlife. Your guide handles all the logistics while you set the pace. Please note that the final itinerary varies based on your selected options and interests.
Highlights:
Craft your own adventure with 100% customizable stop options
Choose between historic city landmarks or dramatic coastal scenery
Pick your preferred duration to align perfectly with your schedule
Enjoy the undivided attention and insights of a private local guide
At a glance
- Duration
- 2–4 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Opatrip.com US LLC – Local Tours in New Zealand
Ages: Adults (1–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Private professional local guide
- Included: Entrance fees to all sites
- Included: Custom itinerary planning
Not included
- Not included: Private transportation
Itinerary
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30 min
Stop 1 — Choose one option:
Option A: Dunedin Railway Station & The Octagon — Explore the Flemish Renaissance-style architecture of New Zealand's most photographed building, followed by a stroll through the vibrant city center.
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30 min
Option B: Olveston Historic Home — Step back into the Edwardian era with a look at this pristine historic mansion and its beautifully manicured heritage gardens.
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Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!
30 min
Stop 2 — Choose one option:
Option A: Baldwin Street Challenge — Visit the official world's steepest residential street. Snap classic optical-illusion photos or challenge yourself to walk to the top.
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45 min Admission included
Option B: Larnach Castle & Gardens — Discover New Zealand’s only castle, perched high on the hills of the Otago Peninsula. Tour the expansive international gardens of significance.
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40 min Admission included
Stop 3— Choose one option:
Option A: Taiaroa Head & Royal Albatross Centre — Head to the very tip of the peninsula to observe the world's only mainland breeding colony of northern royal albatross.
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Sandfly Bay Track
30 min
Option B: Sandfly Bay & Seal Spotting — Experience a rugged, wild South Island beach flanked by massive sand dunes where New Zealand sea lions and fur seals frequently rest.
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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The Octagon (Central Plaza), Dunedin 9016, New Zealand. Meet your guide directly in front of the Robert Burns Statue
End point
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The Octagon (Central Plaza), Dunedin 9016, New Zealand. Meet your guide directly in front of the Robert Burns Statue
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Private Customizable Sightseeing Tour in Dunedin
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