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Banks Peninsula Explorer Tour (ex Lyttelton or Christchurch)

3 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Banks Peninsula Explorer Tour (ex Lyttelton or Christchurch)

About this activity

Your journey begins at the doorstep of your accommodation or port.

This amazing scenic tour we will take you through the most beauiful sights of our area. We first drive atop the Port Hills for the best views of Christchurch City, the Southern Alps and Lyttelton Harbour.

Learn about the local Māori and European history as we drive around the bays of picturesque Lyttelton Harbour. On this section, we will drive through the Rapaki settlement, home to the Rapaki Marae (traditional Māori meeting house).

In Christchruch City we will have stops at the quirky and unique Cardboard Cathedral and Christchurch Arts Centre OR Botanic Gardens (your choice).

Next we arrive at the locals favourite beach town of Sumner. Here you can have some free time to walk on the beach and enjoy an ice cream.

Upon conclusion of the tour, you will be dropped back at your preferred location.

Please note: This tour may run in a different order depending what your start point is.

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At a glance

Duration
3 h 30 min
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–9
Guide
English
Operated by
Green Kiwi Tours

Ages: Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

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

Itinerary

  1. Lyttelton

    15 min

    Get amazing views of beautiful Lyttelton Harbour while taking in the history of the Maori and Europeans settlers.

  2. Sumner Beach (Cave Rock)

    45 min

    Have some free time at the locals favourite beach - Sumner Beach. Get your toes in the sand and enjoy an ice cream.

  3. Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)

    30 min

    Enjoy a short walk around Christchurch's most iconic and beautiful heritage buildings. Explore the local artisan shops or learn the history of the building, which once served as our city's university.

  4. Port Hills

    30 min

    Get the best views of Christchurch City, Lyttelton Harbour and the Southern Alps at the top of The Port Hills.

  5. Cardboard Cathedral

    15 min

    Walk inside and learn the story behind the worlds most interesting modern catherdral, the Cardboard Catherdal.

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
  • The Mayfair Hotel Christchurch
  • Movenpick Christchurch
  • The George Christchurch
  • Sudima Christchurch City
  • Rydges Latimer Christchurch
  • The Classic Villa
  • Christchurch City Hotel
  • Adina Heritage Christchurch
  • Crowne Plaza Christchurch By IHG

and 17 more pickup points

We can pick up/drop off from all hotels in the city centre or west of the city, Lyttelton Port and Christchruch airport.

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%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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