Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City and Giants House Tour

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Christchurch City with Trams — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Akaroa Harbour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

A unique shore excursion from Akaroa which combines a tour of the Banks Peninsula and Christchurch with a guided tour of the famous Giant's House. While your ship is berthed at port, travel from Akaroa to Christchurch via the Akaroa Highway affording some beautiful views of the Banks Peninsula. After a brief stop at the Botanical Gardens, set off on a guided tour of the city centre which highlights the earthquake damage of 2011 with its rebuild efforts and surviving landmarks. Here you'll make a stop with time to explore on foot. Afterwards, head up to the Sign of the Takahe on the Port Hills with some incredible views of Christchurch, the Canterbury Plains and the Southern Alps, before heading back to Akaroa where a guided tour of the famous Giants House, with its stunning sculptures and gardens, have been arranged for your enjoyment.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Leisure Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Included: Driver/guide
Included: Guided tour of the Giants House
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Port pickup and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

First you will be collected at the park at the end of Akaroa Wharf (opposite the Akaroa Village Inn) at 10.30am and driven through the village of Akaroa and the Banks Peninsula with stunning views of rolling hills, lakes and coastlines before arriving in Christchurch.
Banks Peninsula

Passing by

Travel from Akaroa to Christchurch via the Akaroa Highway, with great views of the Banks Peninsula, Lake Forsyth & Lake Ellesmere.
Christchurch Botanic Gardens

30 min

After boarding our coaches from the Akaroa Port, we'll take you through to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens & Christchurch Museum via the scenic Banks Peninsula. Explore on your own for 30 minutes.
Christchurch Cathedral

45 min

After a some time at the Botanic Gardens, your driver will take you for a sightseeing tour of the central city and highlight the Earthquake damage of 2011. After which, stop for a 45 minute lunch break (own expense) in the city.
Stop 5

Passing by

After departing the city, head to the Sign of the Takahe in the Port Hills for some magnificent views of Christchurch and the Canterbury Plains. On a clear day, you'll be able to see the incredible Southern Alps and the Kaikoura Mountain Ranges.
The Giants House

one hour Admission included

Make your way back to Akaroa Township and make a stop at the Giant’s House, with its beautiful gardens and mosaic sculptures, where a guided tour has been arranged for your enjoyment. Finally, your coach can take you back to the wharf or alternatively you can continue exploring on foot.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

From the Main Wharf in Akaroa, head down to the end where you will see the Akaroa I-Site and a small park on the right-hand side. Next to the Canon statue, a representative will be waiting for you. Please arrive by 10.15am for a 10.30am departure.

End point

From the Main Wharf in Akaroa, head down to the end where you will see the Akaroa I-Site and a small park on the right-hand side. Next to the Canon statue, a representative will be waiting for you. Please arrive by 10.15am for a 10.30am departure.

Using your ticket

Please walk to the end of the Akaroa Wharf - on the right please wait by the historic Cannon. Our tour representative on the day will have a name board with Clients Surname on it.

Please arrange to be there at 10:20am ready for a 10:30am departure.