Handpicked by a Christchurch Local Expert, we bring you our guide to 'Best Sightseeing Tours In Christchurch'.
For those wanting a quick tour of the most popular tourist attractions, we've picked our favorite sightseeing tours in Christchurch.

Highlights Enjoy 360-degree views of Christchurch from the Christchurch Gondola cable car Climb aboard an Edwardian flat-bottomed boat for a punt down the Avon River Travel through beautiful Hagley Park or Christchurch city center Description See Christchurch from a different perspective with a combined Punt along the Avon River aboard a classic flat-bottomed bo...More info

Highlights See the sights of Christchurch by antique tram Ride the Christchurch Gondola cable car Use your combo ticket to take walks on Mount Cavendish or visit the Botanic Gardens Description Climb aboard the Christchurch Gondola cable car and enjoy spectacular 360-degree views across the Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps as you glide across the sl...More info

Highlights Explore the sights of Christchurch by vintage tram See how Christchurch has developed since the earthquakes of 2010 and 2011 Jump off at sights such as the Canterbury Museum and Botanic Garden Stroll in the urban oasis of Hagley Park Description Climb aboard a vintage tram for a unique tour of Christchurch, and see the “Garden City” at your own ...More info

Highlights Enjoy a day trip from Christchurch to discover incredible glaciers, lakes and rivers Sample award-winning cheese at a local cheese factory in Geraldine Visit the stunning Lake Tekapo and discover the famous Church of Good Shepherd Admire Lake Pukaki, the largest lake in Mackenzie region, and its alpine scenery Go on a hike to see the immense Tasman Glacier and en...More info

Highlights Embark on the incredible train journey from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Enjoy a walk with crisp alpine air, unforgettable mountain vistas, and waterfalls Encounter chatty alpine parrots at Otira Viaduct lookout Capture mirror images at Lake Pearson Admire the majestic limestone boulders at Castle Hill Description Experience the South Island's re...More info

Highlights Enjoy a 45 minute scenic helicopter flight from Christchurch to Akaroa Take in the aerial view of a gorgeous French inspired seaside village in the Banks Peninsula Take in the spectacular sight of the city, beach, and coastal line from the sky Description Embark on a helicopter flight from Christchurch that follows the spectacular rugged coastline unt...More info

HighlightsExperience an optional, truly unique wagon ride at Erewhon Station, a genuine high country working sheep and cattle stationSee the magnificent southern alps of New Zealand with scenery stops including Middle Earth from the Lord of the Rings along the wayEnjoy a tour with a lively, entertaining and highly knowledgeable tour guideRelax in a roomy Mercedes-Benz bus with free WiFi and extra-...More info

HighlightsListen to the power of Thunder Creek Falls as it crashes onto the rocksGaze across the surface of Lake Matheson where Mount Cook is reflectedTake all the time you need to explore Queenstown with your own itineraryStudy the stars at the Dark Sky Project on the peaceful shores of Lake TekapoCraft your own greenstone jewelery in a traditional workshop on the West CoastDescriptionBegin an ep...More info