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The Seasider

The Seasider

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...

Classic Two Hour Electric Tuk-Tuk Private Heritage and Cultural Tour

Classic Two Hour Electric Tuk-Tuk Private Heritage and Cultural Tour

City Tour - Auckland - Starting from $130.00 per person

The Kiwi Tuk Tuk “Classic" two hour Tour provides the ultimate tourist experience offering a bespoke guided tour within our beautiful ‘City of Sails’. We cater to small groups of no more than three people per tuktuk which are 100% electric eco green-energy and are without a doubt the coolest mode of transport in town.

With the “Classic” private tour you get to exit the TukTuk and visit the most iconic premiere open spaces Auckland has to offer including but not limited... More...


Clendon House - Heritage New Zealand

Clendon House - Heritage New Zealand

Historic - Hokianga

Step back in time and explore the home of one of Northland's most prominent historical figures - James Reddy Clendon, a trader, witness to the Treaty of Waitangi, Magistrate and New Zealand's first US Consul. Crammed with historic treasures belonging to the Clendon family, Clendon House is a heritage goldmine. More...

Ewelme Cottage - Heritage New Zealand

Ewelme Cottage - Heritage New Zealand

Historic - Auckland

Step back in time and enjoy one of Auckland's most charming early cottages. Built for Rev Vicesimus Lush and his family in 1863-4, Ewelme Cottage is crammed with family belongings, and is largely unchanged from Victorian days - right down to its wall to wall drawing room carpet. Boasting a superb antique book collection and a fascinating array of family items spanning over a century, Ewelme Cottage is an unforgettable heritage experience. More...

Small-Group Historical Macetown 4WD Tour from Queenstown

Small-Group Historical Macetown 4WD Tour from Queenstown

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...

Local Night Markets and Auckland's Amazing Night Lights

Local Night Markets and Auckland's Amazing Night Lights

Maori - Auckland - Starting from $95.00 per person

A top destination for locals and tourists alike the Auckland Night Markets are a must to see! The Night Markets are a bustling hive of activity where market goers can sample cuisine from a range of different cultures, shop for crafts and sample local products while enjoying the live entertainers and performers.
Enjoy closeup scenic panoramic views of the “City of Sails” and it's majestic lights from many different historical landmarks as well as a few "local secrets". More...

Highwic - Heritage New Zealand

Highwic - Heritage New Zealand

Historic - Auckland

See how Colonial Auckland's upper crust lived at Highwic - one of New Zealand's finest Carpenter Gothic homes. Built in 1862 by successful businessman and landowner Alfred Buckland, Highwic was home to Alfred's 21 children. Today the house is furnished with a wonderful selection of antiques, with a hectare of beautiful garden where visitors can still enjoy croquet and a quiet stroll - including the romantic Lover's Walk. More...

Pompallier Mission - Heritage New Zealand

Pompallier Mission - Heritage New Zealand

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...

Forest walk, Natural Heritage, City Sights - Join is on our URBAN ESCAPE tour

Forest walk, Natural Heritage, City Sights - Join is on our URBAN ESCAPE tour

Maori - Dunedin - Starting from $60.00 per person

We will visit iconic, yet ‘hidden gems’ of Dunedin’s urban nature. Explore and experience the sights and sounds of native bush, only minutes from the city centre.
Your guide will share stories about the unique properties of the many tree species such as kānuka, lemonwood and lancewood and explain how these were used by Māori and European settlers. As we wander beneath the forest canopy, listen for bird-song of iconic New Zealand native birds, including tui, kererῡ (wood pigeon), korimako... More...

Half-Day Iconic Dunedin City Tour

Half-Day Iconic Dunedin City Tour

Half-day Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $65.00 per person

Discover top attractions and iconic sites around the city of Dunedin on this half-day city tour. Explore Dunedin with a guide and take in key sites of interest such as the World famous Baldwin Street, University of Otago, Olveston Homestead gardens and Dunedin's Grand Railway Station. Gaze out over Otago Harbour from Signal Hill, and visit the Octagon (city centre) for some shopping and a bite to eat. All transport to and from the cruise ship wharf is included. Enjoy personal attention from... More...

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Be Our Guest TurangiBe Our Guest Turangi - Apartment.

Be Our Guest Turangi is situated in Turangi. Guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The...

Christchurch - The Works, incl Cashmere, Lyttelton and Seaside Suburbs + GondolaChristchurch - The Works, incl Cashmere, Lyttelton and Seaside Suburbs + Gondola - Heritage Tour - Christchurch. Starting from $195.00 per person.

Bespoke, private, felxible tour with an experienced Local who has 16 years experience in the tour business....

 

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