Mainland Peninsula Tour, Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula

About this activity

Enjoy a full-day tour experiencing lovely Dunedin City and the Otago Peninsula. You will see all the city highlights before journeying along the Otago Peninsula, which is full of wildlife and the majestic Larnach Castle (garden entry included, the tour inside the castle can be booked and paid for on the day if required). Also included is a visit to The Opera (Formerly Known as Penguin Place) - learn about the Yellow-Eyed penguin and our conservation efforts to protect them. Guests then move into the rehabilitation centre (when penguins are present) where Yellow-Eyed penguins and other penguin species can be seen up close. Then a short bus trip to the reserve where you are guided on an approximately 2km nature walk (Some steps included and uneven ground). Your local guide has many stories of the area and knows all the best spots and vantage points along the way. There is plenty of time to chat and enjoy the commentary during your small-group tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 13 people
People per booking: 1–13
Guide: English
Operated by: Tourworks NZ Limited

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Larnach castle gardens only
Included: Professional guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Opera Eco Reserve Entry
Included: Live commentary on board

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees ( Castle tour entry)
Not included: Food and drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Larnach Castle & Gardens

one hour Admission included

You will visit New Zealand's only castle. Explore the extensive gardens and see stunning views of Otago harbour. Or just relax with a great coffee and some tasty food. (Garden entry included. The tour inside the castle can be booked and paid for on the day if required.)
The Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance

1 h 30 min Admission included

Visit The Opera (Formerly Known as Penguin Place) - learn about the yellow-eyed penguin and our conservation efforts to protect them. Guests then move into the rehabilitation centre (when penguins are present) where yellow-eyed penguins and other penguin species can be seen up close. Then a short bus trip to the reserve where you are guided on an approximately 2km nature walk (Some steps included and uneven ground) with the potential to see numerous plants and animals, including yellow-eyed penguins and little penguins, fur seals, sea lions and more.
Dunedin Railway Station

15 min

Visit Dunedin Railway Station the most photographed building in the southern hemisphere. Beautiful Edwardian architecture.
The Octagon

Passing by

The center of Dunedin.
University of Otago

15 min

New Zealand's 1st university and a fabulous place to get some great photos.
Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!

15 min

Visit the worlds steepest city street. Feeling like a stroll? Take the climb to the top.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Dunedin Dunedin, New Zealand See on map

We have vans with signage. We will see you at your accommodation or in the terminal at the port where we will be holding up a large Tourworks sign. (Do NOT take the shuttle into town). We will see you in the terminal 15 minutes before scheduled start time.

End point

Dunedin Dunedin, New Zealand See on map

We have vans with signage. We will see you at your accommodation or in the terminal at the port where we will be holding up a large Tourworks sign. (Do NOT take the shuttle into town). We will see you in the terminal 15 minutes before scheduled start time.

Pickup points

Fable Dunedin
Cumberland Motel
315 Euro Motel
Leviathan Hotel Co Ltd
97 Motel Moray
The Law Courts Hotel
Quest Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Motel On York
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

and 8 more pickup points

We pick up from hotels, motels and port Chalmers. Anywhere in the city.

Cruise ship passengers we will be in the terminal holding up a large Tourworks sign. Do NOT take the shuttle into town.

Using your ticket

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required

Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

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.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
A maximum of 11 people per booking
A large amount of walking is involved at The opera Eco Reserve. If unable to take the tour into the reserve there is an option to wait at reception
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Not Suitable for wheelchairs and walkers