Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Sights

4.6 (226 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Sights — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Christchurch City — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Embark on a half-day sightseeing tour of Christchurch while your ship is at port in Lyttelton. This tour highlights both the damage to the city inflicted by several large earthquakes in 2010 and 2011 and the rebuild which is currently in progress, paired with the surviving beauty of the city and historical landmarks.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Leisure Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–13 years) · Adults (14–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Included: Driver/guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Port pickup and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Lyttelton Harbour

10 min

The default start time is 8.30am or up to 1 hour after your ship commences disembarkation, depending on what time your ship docks.
Stop 2

30 min

Best spot to admire some spectacular views over the City, Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps.
Mona Vale

30 min

Mona Vale Gardens with its picturesque ponds and water.
Cathedral Square

30 min

Time at leisure to explore Cathedral Square and have a lunch break at nearby riverside market
Stop 5

30 min

Time at Leisure in Central city for a lunch break

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Meeting instructions will be sent upon booking. Please note that the default time for this tour is 8.30am but this can be amended depending on your cruise ships arrival and departure times.

Using your ticket

If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately