Private Tours

Whether you are booking from cruise ship or central city, Christchurch is a great base to explore our beautiful and diverse region. Take the hassle out of your travel and join one of our all inclusive, private tours with one of our professional local guides. Explore our tour options or let us help you plan a customised trip.

  • Tour guide explaining Māori carving to a group of people outside modern building in Christchurch.

    Christchurch City Walking Tour (2hrs)

    Immerse yourself in our city’s story as you hear the facinating history of Christchurch including why this site was so appealing to Māori and Europeans. See the hidden gems of our city and hear how our culture has changed after the 2011 earthquake.

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  • A tour guide explaining Christchurch Banks Peninsular landscapes, flora, and fauna during a scenic tour on a hillside with a river and mountains in the background.

    Banks Peninsular Explorer (3.5hrs)

    This scenic tour showcases the beautiful turquoise bays of Lyttelton Harbour and the amazing rocky crater rim that formed the local peaks. Learn the Māori and European history as you soak up the stunning views.

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  • A tour guide showing a group of tourists a colorful building on a city street in Christchurch.

    Christchurch Highlights Tour (6hrs)

    From city to sea, combining the Christchurch City and Banks Peninsula tours, you will be sure to get the most out of your day. Hear the stories of our history as we explore the most beauiful sights including Lyttelton Harbour, Port Hills & Sumner Beach.

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  • Outdoor hot tubs and bar with people relaxing at sunset, surrounded by rocks, plants, with Canterbury mountain range in the background.

    Ōpuke Thermal Pools Tour (5hrs)

    Join your local guide for a drive over the mighty Canterbury Plains to Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa. At the pools, relax and enjoy the stunning mountain views as you sample locally made food and wine served from the swim up bar.

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  • Scenic view of rolling green hills in Akaroa Christchurch and a large lake surrounded by mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

    Akaroa Harbour Scenic Tour (6-7hrs)

    Hear the history of the land as you take in the stunning views of the green rolling hills and Akaroa Harbour. Explore the charming seaside village of Akaroa, one of New Zealands best preserved European settlements. Option to add-on a 90min harbour cruise.

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  • A New Zealand native Kea perched on rocks in a mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks in Canterbury.

    Arthurs Pass Alpine Adventure (7hrs)

    Drive through the mountains and over glacier fed rivers to Arthur’s Pass alpine village. Visit the impressive limestone boulders at Castle Hill Reserve and enjoy a picnic lunch at Lake Pearson. Option to add-on the world famous TranzAlpine train.

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