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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...

Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

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 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 early... 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...

Dunedin Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing with Olveston House Tour

Dunedin Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing with Olveston House Tour

Ports of Call Tour - Dunedin - Starting from $80.00 per person

Discover Dunedin’s roots when your ship is in port on a shore excursion that takes in the city's central sights and historic Olveston House. You’ll see Dunedin’s highlights -- including Otago University on a two-hour sightseeing tour which includes guided tour of the stately Olveston mansion and its landscaped gardens. More...

Combo Tours to HobbitonRotorua and WaitomoHobbiton also WaiotapuWhakarewarewa

Combo Tours to HobbitonRotorua and WaitomoHobbiton also WaiotapuWhakarewarewa

Maori - Hinuera - Starting from $165.00 per person

The care and attention we take to assure our guests have a wonderful,fulfilling day tour with us.

We will take great care of them and hope to become lifelong friends. 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...

Shore Excursion - Napier City Highlights

Shore Excursion - Napier City Highlights

Historic - Havelock North - Starting from $130.00 per person

This is the perfect half day tour discovering the famous Art Deco City, Napier and its history & architecture, Ahuriri, culture, views and award winning wines.
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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...

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 Historical Arrowtown and Wanaka Tour from Queenstown

Half-Day Historical Arrowtown and Wanaka Tour from Queenstown

Historic - Queenstown - Starting from $169.00 per person

4 Regions: Arrowtown, Wanaka, Crown Range & Cardrona

8 Amazing Stops : Arrowtown/Chinese Village, Wanaka township, the Wanaka tree, views over Lake Wanaka, bra fence, Cardrona Hotel, top of the Crown Range & Crown Terrace lookout.

Small group full day tour to Arrowtown, Wanaka plus much much more. We provide fun interesting commentary, help with your photos and give great recommendations for everything from lunch... More...


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Hilltop Accommodation CatlinsHilltop Accommodation Catlins - Lodge.

Set on farmland, beside native forest in Papatowai, Hilltop Accommodation Catlins boasts amazing coastal views. Free...

Dunedin Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing with Olveston House TourDunedin Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing with Olveston House Tour - Ports of Call Tour - Dunedin. Starting from $80.00 per person.

Discover Dunedin’s roots when your ship is in port on a shore excursion that takes in the city's central sights and...

 

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