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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...

Half day Private Tour of Dunedin City Highlights and Peninsula Scenery

Half day Private Tour of Dunedin City Highlights and Peninsula Scenery

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...

Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch

Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch

Historic - Christchurch - Starting from $395.00 per person

A must see for UPTO 5 PEOPLE, Akaroa is situated 83 km from Christchurch. The French tried to claim it but the British beat them to it. There are many a story to be told about that! Akaroa is nestled on the eastern edge of two extinct volcanoes. Together these volcanoes make up Banks Peninsula one of the most picturesque areas in New Zealand. This private, very personal tour will go where no bus can go.

You can stop when and where-ever you like, unlike in a bus when you must stop... More...


Christchurch - The Works, incl Cashmere, Lyttelton and Seaside Suburbs + Gondola

Christchurch - 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.
Passengers can stop when they like...unlike a bus tour where the participant goes where they are told.
See a city enjoying a NZ$50 billion rebuild.
See, $1 million Margret Mahy Playground, see and vosot memorials, Transitional Cardboard Cathedral, Arts Centre, parks and gardens...this is The Garden City after all.
You'll be tempted to sample a kiwi icon ...'Hokey Pokey' pure... More...

Knights of the Sky - The Great War Exhibition in Blenheim

Knights of the Sky - The Great War Exhibition in Blenheim

Historic - Blenheim - Starting from $25.00 per person

The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre presents the outstanding Knights of the Sky exhibition, featuring Sir Peter Jackson's own collection of World War One aircraft and artifacts. This story of aviation in the Great War is brought to life in sensational sets created by the internationally acclaimed talent of WingNut Films and Weta Workshop. Not just for aviation buffs, this world class exhibition has something for everyone. 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...

Queenstown Local Scenic Half-Day Small-Group Tour

Queenstown Local Scenic Half-Day Small-Group Tour

Historic - Queenstown - Starting from $99.00 per person

3 Regions : Queenstown, Arrowtown & the Gibbston 

6 Amazing Stops : Queenstown Hill, Lake Hayes, LOTR & Bungy Bridge, Crown Terrace, Arrowtown & the Chinese Village

Small group half day tour around Queenstown plus much much more. We provide fun interesting commentary, help with your photos and give great recommendations for everything from lunch to shopping. Being one of the top rated... More...

Dunedin Shore Excursion: Coastal Train and Olveston House

Dunedin Shore Excursion: Coastal Train and Olveston House

Ports of Call Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $165.00 per person

Looking for a relaxing shore excursion in Dunedin? Look no more!
On this full-day shore excursion you will Experience the magnificent scenery of the Otago Peninsula by Railway, enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Dunedin. This tour also includes admission and a tour of the amazing Olveston House! More...

Theomin Art Collection Guided Tour

Theomin Art Collection Guided Tour

Art Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $38.00 per person

Discover the very best of New Zealand and international art in Dunedin in one of the finest private art collection in the country.  Acquired by the Theomin Family between the late 1800s and the early 1960s, the Art Collection contains over 240 artworks by local and international artists, and hangs today where it always has on the walls of Olveston Historic Home. This guided tour offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the artworks in the collection and the collecting passions and tastes... More...

Castle and Wildlife Cruise - Half Day

Castle and Wildlife Cruise - Half Day

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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Canaan HouseCanaan House - Holiday Home.

Canaan House is a renovated holiday home with a modern kitchen that opens out to the dining area and flows onto a sunny...

Castle and Wildlife Cruise - Half DayCastle and Wildlife Cruise - Half Day - Sightseeing Cruise - Dunedin. Starting from NZ $125.00 per person.

Enjoy a fully guided tour of New Zealand's only castle, followed by a Wildlife cruise with Monarch Wildlife Cruises.

 

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