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Christchurch Highlights Tour (Private Lyttelton shore excursion)
About This Tour
Experience the charm, culture, and beauty of Christchurch on a guided day tour through New Zealand's Garden City.
Enjoy panoramic views stretching from the coastline across Christchurch and the Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps, offering a unique perspective of the region's stunning natural beauty.
Along the way, discover the stories and heritage that have shaped the city, with fascinating local commentary and excellent photo opportunities. The tour also includes a visit to the Greenstone Shop, where you can learn about New Zealand pounamu (greenstone) and browse authentic local products.
A perfect introduction to Christchurch, combining the city's highlights, culture, and spectacular scenery in one memorable experience.
Join your local and knowledgable guide and feel good supporting a small local family owned business.
Enjoy panoramic views stretching from the coastline across Christchurch and the Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps, offering a unique perspective of the region's stunning natural beauty.
Along the way, discover the stories and heritage that have shaped the city, with fascinating local commentary and excellent photo opportunities. The tour also includes a visit to the Greenstone Shop, where you can learn about New Zealand pounamu (greenstone) and browse authentic local products.
A perfect introduction to Christchurch, combining the city's highlights, culture, and spectacular scenery in one memorable experience.
Join your local and knowledgable guide and feel good supporting a small local family owned business.
What's Included
✓ Included
Itinerary
1
Travel around the beautiful torquoise bays of Lyttelton Harbour learning about the Maori and Eurpean history.
2
Enjoy stunning panoramic views at the top of the Port Hills with views looking down at Lyttelton Harbour and Christchurch City.
3
Be amazed at the history of the city with an informative guided walking OR driving tour of Christchurch.
4
Visit the best gradens in Christchurch. See the beautiful Peacock Fountain, giant trees and imaculate flower beds.
5
Lunch time at Riverside Market or another great spot that suits your needs!
6
Enter into the unique Cardboard Cathedral, a sybmbol of inovation.
7
Visit and learn about Christchurch's bizzare and interesting 'Red Zone'. A large area of suburbia abandoned after the 2011 earthquake.
If time permits, we have the option to finish with a stop at Sumner beach before heading back to your drop off spot.
If time permits, we have the option to finish with a stop at Sumner beach before heading back to your drop off spot.
8
Walk the beach and enjoy an ice cream at Christchruch's coolest beach town, Sumner.
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels