Lyttelton Port: Day Tour 3 options for Cruise Passengers

Explore Christchurch, Akaroa, Arthur's Pass, or Kaikoura Whale Watching on a private day tour from Lyttleton Port. Enjoy a scenic drive, visit the Botanic Gardens, and visit Seals Colony.

Highlights

  • Discover the best of Christchurch and Akaroa on a private day tour
  • Explore the Castle Hill, Cave Stream and Arthur's Pass National Park
  • Witness marine giants in their natural habitat on a Kaikoura tour
  • Visit the Seal Colony and enjoy the world's popular Crayfish in Kaikoura
  • Visit the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and the Christchurch Gondola

Description

Begin your day with a pickup from Lyttelton Port, once Cruise Ship arrived. Choose from a range of 3 different Day Tours options to suit your interests, from city tours to nature adventures. Option 1: Half Day Christchurch City Tour & Half Day Akaroa Explorer Enjoy a scenic drive to Sumner Village and Beach, followed by a guided tour of Christchurch’s highlights, including the Botanic Gardens. Option for a visit to the Christchurch Gondola Skyline (additional cost). Stop at Little River and Hilltop Lookout for panoramic views. Explore Akaroa, New Zealand’s only French colonial town, with boutique shops, galleries, and waterfront cafés. Visit Shamarra Alpaca Farm to meet and feed over 160 alpacas with breathtaking harbor views. Option 2: Arthur’s Pass with Castle Hill Return Day Tour Drive through the scenic Canterbury high country, visiting Lake Lyndon and Castle Hill, famous for its unique limestone formations. Stop at Otara Viaduct Lookout for panoramic views of the Southern Alps. Discover Arthur’s Pass National Park and hike to the spectacular Devils Punchbowl Waterfall. Explore the fascinating Cave Stream Scenic Reserve. Option 3: Kaikoura Whale Watching Return Day Tour Take a scenic coastal drive with stops, including the town of Cheviot. Visit Ōhau Point Seal Colony and enjoy a short coastal walk. Choose from a whale watching cruise or a helicopter tour (additional cost) to see whales, dolphins, and seals in their natural environment.

Includes

Pick-up & Drop off to and from Lyttleton Port Professional Driver Specialized Guide Private Transport Clean and comfortable vehicle Vehicle provided based on the number of guests Meet & Greet

Important Information

  • All pick-up and drop-off times are flexible and tailored to your ship's schedule. Activities tickets are not included in the tour price. Activities tickets can be provided on requests for an additional price.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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