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Banks Peninsula Explorer Tour (Half Day Private)

Your journey begins at the doorstep of your accommodation or port. This amazing scenic tour we will take you through the most beauiful sights of our area. We first drive atop the Port Hills for the best views of Christchurch City, the Southern Alps and Lyttelton Harbour. Learn about the local Māori and European history as we drive around the bays of picturesque Lyttelton Harbour. On this section, we will drive through the Rapaki settlement, home to the Rapaki Marae (traditional Māori meeting house). In Christchruch City we will have stops at the quirky and unique Cardboard Cathedral and Christchurch Arts Centre OR Botanic Gardens (your choice). Next we arrive at the locals favourite beach town of Sumner. Here you can have some free time to walk on the beach and enjoy an ice cream. Upon conclusion of the tour, you will be dropped back at your preferred location. Please note: This tour may run in a different order depending what your start point is.

Banks Peninsula Explorer Tour (Half Day Private)

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Full-day Christchurch Highlights Tour

Discover the Best of Christchurch in a Day! Experience the remarkable revival of Christchurch on this full-day Christchurch Highlights Tour, where the city’s rich history meets its dynamic, modern spirit. Explore iconic landmarks like the Christchurch Cathedral and beautifully restored heritage buildings, set against a backdrop of cutting-edge urban design, vibrant street art, and lush public gardens. Each stop reveals a new layer of the city’s unique charm and resilience. We offer convenient pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation, or if you're catching a flight, our airport drop-off service ensures a smooth and stress-free end to your day. Perfect for time-conscious travelers, this tour delivers an unforgettable snapshot of Christchurch’s past, present, and future — all in one inspiring day.

Full-day Christchurch Highlights Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour

Fly over Christchurch and the Banks Peninsula on a 20-minute helicopter tour that takes in city sights. From an aerial view, you’ll appreciate the scale of Christchurch’s devastation and recovery following the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes. Soar above the ruins of ChristChurch Cathedral and see the new sports stadium while the pilot comments on rebuilding efforts. See the suburbs of Sumner and Redcliffe, and view the port of Lyttelton.

Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour

20 minutesFree Cancellation

Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

Explore all corners of the gorgeous garden city on this private full-day tour of Christchurch. Located on New Zealand's east coast of the South Island, the city offers stunning scenery and history. Visit Christchurch Cathedral, traverse the Port Hills to Lyttelton, and punt along the Avon River while admiring the Botanic Gardens. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience.

Christchurch Private Luxury Full Day Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Christchurch City Scenic flight

Discover Christchurch from a whole new perspective when you fly over the city. See the progress of the massive rebuild and the abandoned suburbs from the 2010/2011 earthquakes. Christchurch is known as the Garden City and there is no better way to see this other than by the air. Take in the breath-taking views of Pegasus Bay as it sweeps north towards Kaikoura and view the southern alps stretch as far north and south as the eye can see. Our pilots will personalise this experience for you by sharing their local knowledge and insights of our big backyard as you fly over remarkable sights and landmarks.

Christchurch City Scenic flight

20 to 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert

Fly over the city and explore Christchurch from new heights. See the progress of the massive rebuild and the abandoned suburbs from the 2010/2011 earthquakes. Swoop over Godley Heads and then up to Port Levy, the biggest Maori settlement in the Canterbury region during the 19th century. Then touch down next to Mt Herbert and enjoy breathtaking views of Lyttelton Harbour, originally formed by volcanoes six million years ago. Our pilots will personalise this experience for you by sharing their local knowledge and insights of our big backyard as you fly over remarkable sights and landmarks, including; Lancaster Park, Sumner Cliffs, Quail Island, Stone Well and more. We have plenty to share with you and can't wait for you to experience it.

City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert

45 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Private Tour Highlights of Christchurch NZ

Christchurch has been voted as one of the best city’s to visit in the world. Since the earthquakes, the city has a real buzz and is very popular. On the tour, I’ll show you all the best parts of our city, port hills and anything you’d love to see! I was born in Christchurch, and have grown up in the city and in the surrounding area. I have been tour guiding around New Zealand since 2012 and even had a stint as a TV Presenter for a farming show on our local network, CTV. On a Scotty B Tour you can rest easy knowing you're going to get great service, I put my name on it! I've travelled to more than 40 countries and I know that meeting & travelling with a local guide can make for a great experience. Our city has been reborn and I want to make sure you have the best experience in our beautiful city and see as much as you can. Both New, old and get you exploring our nature! Get in touch for you want to customise this experience Scotty

Private Tour Highlights of Christchurch NZ

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Christchurch & Lyttelton Scenic Day Tour

This is a private small group tour for up to 11 people. The route around Christchurch and Lyttelton takes you over the old volcanoes of Banks Peninsula with varied scenery onto some of the smaller, less traveled roads to some uniquely scenic places. With approximately 6 hours 30 min from start to finish we will spend about 5 hours 30 min exploring points of interest etc. and an hour driving from point to point on the itinerary. We are happy to customise your tour to include attractions such as the International Antarctic Centre or Willowbank Wildlife Park (cost extra) , etc. We are locals and give an in-depth commentary covering the volcanoes, NZ and local history, earthquakes etc. and have been proudly sharing our back yard with visitors for over 25 years.

Private Christchurch & Lyttelton Scenic Day Tour

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Christchurch Highlights Tour (Full Day Private)

The 'Christchurch Highlights Tour' by Green Kiwi Tours is a history & nature based tour, perfect for getting a comprehensive overview of Christchurch city and the surrounding area. By joining us in our comfortable 10 seater van, we can offer a more personalised experience. Tour highlights: -Scenic drive around Lyttelton Harbour -Short walk at the hill top with stunning views -Morning tea at the Historic "Sign of the Kiwi Cafe' -Guided tour of Christchurch City -Visit the unique Cardboard Cathedral -Lunch at Riverside Market -Visit the bizzare earthquake damaged 'Redzone' Yes, we provide pick and drop off to your hotel or cruise ship! Join your local and knowledgable guide and feel good supporting a small family business.

Christchurch Highlights Tour (Full Day Private)

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Know before you go

Port Hills

The Port Hills are a top destination for bird-lovers. Bellbirds, gray warblers, and shining cuckoos are just some of the native birds commonly spotted here.
Trails here can be quite muddy after rain. At these times, plan to bring sturdy hiking boots.
The Christchurch Gondola can accommodate folding wheelchairs.

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