Christchurch Highlights Tour (Private Lyttelton shore excursion)

5.0 (10 reviews) 6 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Experience the charm, culture, and beauty of Christchurch on a guided day tour through New Zealand's Garden City.

Enjoy panoramic views stretching from the coastline across Christchurch and the Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps, offering a unique perspective of the region's stunning natural beauty.

Along the way, discover the stories and heritage that have shaped the city, with fascinating local commentary and excellent photo opportunities.

This tour includes a stop at our favourite Greenstone Shop, where you will get a short behind the scenes tour with a professional carver and learn about New Zealand pounamu (greenstone) and how it is made. You will also have time to browse these authentic carvings in the shop.

A perfect introduction to Christchurch, combining the city's highlights, culture, and spectacular scenery in one memorable experience.

Join your local and knowledgable guide and feel good supporting a small local family owned business.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Green Kiwi Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary

Lyttelton Harbour

30 min Admission included

Travel around the beautiful torquoise bays of Lyttelton Harbour learning about the Maori and Eurpean history.
Port Hills

30 min

Enjoy stunning panoramic views at the top of the Port Hills with views looking down at Lyttelton Harbour and Christchurch City.
Christchurch

one hour

Be amazed at the history of the city with an informative guided walking OR driving tour of Christchurch.
Christchurch Botanic Gardens

15 min

Visit the best gradens in Christchurch. See the beautiful Peacock Fountain, giant trees and imaculate flower beds.
Christchurch

one hour

Lunch time at Riverside Market or another great spot that suits your needs!
Cardboard Cathedral

15 min

Enter into the unique Cardboard Cathedral, a sybmbol of inovation.
Christchurch

15 min

Visit and learn about Christchurch's bizzare and interesting 'Red Zone'. A large area of suburbia abandoned after the 2011 earthquake.

If time permits, we have the option to finish with a stop at Sumner beach before heading back to your drop off spot.
Sumner Beach (Cave Rock)

30 min

Walk the beach and enjoy an ice cream at Christchruch's coolest beach town, Sumner.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Christchurch Intl Airport
Adina Heritage Christchurch
Crowne Plaza Christchurch By IHG
Hotel Montreal
Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Movenpick Christchurch
The George Christchurch

As well as Lyttelton Port, we can pick up guests from any accommodation or specified location within the Christchurch central city area.

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.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.