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New Zealand Historic Activities
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Rail Tour - Dunedin - Starting from NZ $89.00 per adult
Run by the Taieri Gorge Railway, The Seasider train is Dunedin's scenic coastal tourist train operating from the historic Railway Station in Dunedin New Zealand.
This tour runs on a section of railway which was considered the highlight of the trip between Christchurch and Invercargill and offers spectacular views over Otago Harbour and the wild Otago coastline. It is considered one of the "must-do" railway trips in New Zealand! More... |
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Attraction - Dunedin - Starting from $22.00 per person
Admire the fine architecture, gardens and decor of the elegant
Olveston Historic Home during a 1-hour guided tour of this must-see
attraction in Dunedin. You can also stroll through the beautiful gardens
and take in views of the city and Otago Harbour. During the house tour,
your knowledgeable guide shares informative commentary about the
design, art and furnishings, as well as the family that built the home.
This tour gives you a chance to glimpse life in New Zealand during the
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Historic - Bay of Islands
Roll up your sleeves and have a go at tanning leather or printing on a pre-Industrial Revolution press at Pompallier Mission in Russell in the Bay of Islands. Built in the traditional Lyons building style of pise de terre (rammed earth) Pompallier Mission is the only building of its kind in Australasia, and has been faithfully restored to its original function as New Zealand's oldest factory. More... |
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Historic - Mairangi Bay - Starting from $95.00 per person
This is an exhilarating night paddle. Experience the magical light show put on by the smallest of living sea creatures. Watch as your kayak leaves a glittering wake behind you. Dip your hands in and see the sparkles latch to your hand as you withdraw it from the water. Be one of the few to see this natural phenomenon. Also, mullet, flounder and many birds can be seen or heard. Birdlife includes tui, bellbird, kereru, oyster-catcher, pied stilt, reef heron, white-faced heron, dotterel,... More... |
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Historic - Napier - Starting from $20.00 per person
Walk through New Zealand's oldest prison! Listen to a 50 minute self guided audio tour of Napier Prison while inspecting the vacant prison cells and deserted exercise yard. Learn the history and feel the oppressive atmosphere of the hanging yard, the solitary confinement and the death row cells. Hear the tales of Australasia's richest drug baron, numerous escape attempts, the ominous Eye Eater, and the graveyard. Take your time walking through the empty halls and enjoy several photo... More... |
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Historic - Queenstown - Starting from $229.00 per person
The Original and top rated Arrowtown & Wanaka Full Day Tour 6 Regions : Arrowtown, Wanaka, Cromwell, Crown Range, Cardrona, Gibbston & Kawarau Gorge
13 Amazing Stops : LOTR & Bungy Bridge, Kawarau Gorge, Fruit Tasting, Cromwell, 45th sign, Wanaka township, high view over Lake Wanaka, the Wanaka tree, bra fence, Cardrona Hotel, Crown Range, Crown Terrace and Arrowtown/Chinese Village. Small group full day tour to... More... |
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Historic - Hokianga
Visit the site of the third and largest signing of the Treaty of Waitangi at this Wesleyan Mission, located in one of the most stunning parts of the Hokianga Harbour. Built in 1838-39, the house is furnished with precious missionary items, portraits of historical figures including the chief Patuone, the missionaries' main protector. Visitors can also see the table on which the Treaty was signed at Mangungu as well as relics of the days when nearby Horeke was a ship-building yard. More... |
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Private Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $500.00 per person
Enjoy Dunedin on a private tour, tailored just for your group of up to 6 passengers. A knowledgeable driver - guide will show you the best spots in Dunedin in a private vehicle. You will be very flexible to spend any amount of time at all the stops. Scenic drive from Port Chalmers through the countryside road to the city. Suggested stops are: Baldwin Street, Signal Hill Lookout Point, upper Botanic Garden with bird aviaries, Otago University, Octagon, First Church, Dunedin Railway station,... More... |
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4WD Tour - Queenstown - Starting from $295.00 per person
A real 4WD off road adventure which explores the historic gold mining town of Macetown. This ghost town from the gold rush era is now a Department of Conservation reserve, accessible only by 4WD. The road winds from river level to high above the Arrow Gorge, offering over 25 river crossings en route, ever changing views, and the chance to gold pan in the Arrow River. More... |
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Sightseeing Cruise - Dunedin - Starting from NZ $125.00 per person
An unforgettable experience awaits, the highlight of your Dunedin visit! Enjoy a fully guided tour of New Zealand's only castle, Larnach Castle, built in 1871, followed by a Wildlife cruise on NZ's most picturesque harbour and peninsula with Monarch Wildlife Cruises.
Be fascinated and exhilarated with the wealth of wildlife, dramatic views, so close, so natural - the only way to see it all - Otago Peninsula, Otago Harbour, Taiaroa Head with three time New Zealand Tourism Award winners... More... |
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Queenstown Lakefront Dream - Holiday Home. Located in Queenstown, within 3.2 km of Queenstown Event Centre and 4 km of Skyline Gondola and Luge, Queenstown...
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour - Attraction - Dunedin. Starting from $22.00 per person. Admire the fine architecture, gardens and decor of the elegant
Olveston Historic Home during a 1-hour guided tour of...
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