New Zealand · CHRISTCHURCH TOURS
A rebuilt city that is easiest to read from a tram, and the doorstep for Arthur’s Pass, Akaroa and the alpine train. These 15 cover the half-days in town and the full days out, from $25.
All-day Christchurch Hop-On Hop-Off Tram with 18 stops, vintage rides, and live commentary through the rebuilt city center.
“The drivers were very informative about the city. We enjoyed hopping on and off with different ones, because the narrations were different. The ride went by all the major attractions.”
Christchurch Gondola and antique tram combo: roundtrip cable car to Mount Cavendish, then a hop-on tram loop with live commentary.
“Hopping on and off Christchurch's trams was a great way to see the city's major landmarks. We also loved taking the gondola up above the Canterbury Plains, where we had a great view of Lyttelton harbour and the journey taken by the early settlers. We thoroughly recommend taking the path back down and following their journey into Christchurch.”
Ride Christchurch’s vintage trams all day, hop at top sights like Botanic Gardens, and learn the rebuilding story with live driver commentary.
“the tram drivers were great as was the ticket sales team.. a wonderful experience”
Hop on a vintage Christchurch tram, ride an Avon River punt, and take the gondola for 360 views from Port Hills.
“Amazing experience and enjoyed every moment of our visit to Christchurch”
Visit the International Antarctic Centre in Christchurch for Antarctic storm simulation, Hägglund rides, penguins, 4D shows, and husky cuddles.
“There’s so much to do and see here. Our favorite was the hour-long talk about the history of Antarctica exploration and the role that sled dogs played. We got to meet 5 dogs, some of which were descendants of the original dogs that brought the explorers to the South Pole! We also loved the 4D movie, the Cold Room, and the Haggland ride.”
Half-day Waipara wine tour from Christchurch with lunch and tastings at three boutique vineyards, plus an easy central pickup.
“Outstanding tour, highly recommend. First two wineries were not great but Pegasus Bay made up for the others. Our tour guide was a wine professional who provided great insight into the Waipara region.”
TranzAlpine train to Arthur’s Pass with easy walks, Otira Viaduct views, Castle Hill time, and hotel pickup, plus snacks and WiFi.
“Great day out. Our guide was really helpful and knowledgeable. He did a great job explaining about the train journey and Arthur's Pass national park.”
Ride the Christchurch Gondola for $25, enjoy 360 views from Port Hills, then explore the Discovery Ride and Red Rock Cafe at the summit.
“Beautiful views from the top! We went in the afternoon and it was super quiet”
Small-group day tour from Christchurch to Aoraki Mount Cook and glacier lakes, plus Lake Tekapo, Fairlie Bakehouse pie stop, and lunch.
“It was a fantastic tour with incredible views. Both Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook were worth the long drive. And many thanks to our singing driver Jacob, who brought us safely to our destination and back. It was a fantastic experience.”
Visit Edoras in Canterbury on a 4WD day trip from Christchurch, with summit views, film-site stops, and a sparkling-wine picnic.
“Great day exploring Edoras with Hassle-free tours. Our guide Peter was knowledgeable and provided great insights into the filming and local area. Picnic lunch was delicious and great views from the top of Edoras.”
Full-day Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo, and Tasman Glacier tour from Christchurch with hotel pickup, small groups, and guided walks.
“I had a wonderful experience on the Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Walk tour, made even more memorable by our exceptional guide, Anuj. He was friendly, passionate and incredibly knowledgeable, sharing insights thRead more”
Christchurch International Antarctic Centre tickets: feel a -18°C storm, ride the Hägglund, meet rescued penguins and huskies, 4D cruise.
“Was a distance away from the city centre but easy to get to using the no.8 bus from the interchange and at $4 A ticket was a bargain. You can also reuse the bus ticket if used within 2hrs. The activities inside were good and informative, the Haagland ride was fun but not suitable for children under 1.2mtrs. We really enjoyed the experience.”
Arthur's Pass and TranzAlpine day trip from Christchurch with lunch, Kea spotting, Castle Hill limestone, and optional jet boat.
“It was a great tour. Weather was not the best but everyone dealt with it and all had a great time. Paul was very informative and kept the whole group engaged. We would definitely recommend the bus / train option to give people the chance to see so much more.”
Ride the TranzAlpine from Christchurch to Greymouth for a half day of Southern Alps scenery, comfy seats, and GPS audio in a licensed cafe car.
“What an amazing experience !! Worked like clock work 😊 with easy to board, staff were great! We did the lunch and train ride and were fortunate enough to have a lovely UK couple share the table we were on. The food was fantastic!! We Read more”
Christchurch Gondola to Mt Cavendish for crater-rim views of Lyttelton Harbour, Alps and Plains, plus Time Tunnel history. From $26.
“Helpful staff, great view from the top. The longest out of the three skylines in NZ. You need to experience it to find out.”
From the fiords to the geothermal belt, sorted by what you want to do with the day.
