All Christchurch Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 4

Akaroa: Hector's Dolphins Nature Cruise from Christchurch

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

The Tour Start Time will be adjusted, where necessary to meet the cruise ships schedule. The start time displayed is a default time and not necessarily relevant to your cruise ships itinerary. Enjoy, both a complete morning tour of Christchurch city with a lunch and tastings at 3 beautiful wineries in the Waipara region on shore excursion from Lyttelton. This tour includes all major city attractions such as Mona Vale Gardens, historic buildings, botanical gardens and spectacular view of the southern alps and canterbury plains from the Sign of the Takahe. At the conclusion of your city tour, enjoying wine tasting from 3 popular wineries in the Waipara region.

Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Highlights & Waipara Wine Tour

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A day trip to Arthur's National Park offers a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lush forest, and ice-fed lakes and rivers and an optional guided walk with your guide to explore, biggest waterfall. Travel along the Great Alpine Highway through the ever-changing landscapes. Explore Lake Lyndon, castle Hill (famous for massive limestone boulders and rocks), Otira Viaduct Lookout (famous piece of infrastructure for scenic view), Arthur’s Pass National Park, Powerfull Devils Punchbowl Waterfall and Cave Stream Scenic Reserve.

Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Wildlife lovers and outdoor enthusiasts will love the chance to swim with rare Hector’s dolphins so close to Christchurch on this full-day Akaroa tour. Admire views of scenic spots such as Lake Ellesmere on the drive out to Banks Peninsula. Enjoy free time in Akaroa and a cheese tasting at Barry's Bay before hopping onto your cruise boat. Wetsuits and snorkeling gear are provided for a comfortable swim with dolphins.

Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Join us as we travel from Ōtautahi Christchurch to the wild West Coast. Your morning to midday will be spent aboard the world famous TranzAlpine, travelling across braided rivers and the Canterbury plains, past majestic mountains and Lake Brunner, and through the 8km long Otira tunnel before arriving in Greymouth. Travelling via the Great Alpine Highway on your return, we will stop to explore the jaw dropping geology and geography of Castle Hill and Arthur’s Pass. You will be driven in comfort by your modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that bit easier. Led by your fun, knowledgeable, and passionate tour guides, this journey is one you will never forget! As this tour operates in an alpine region, the weather can be unpredictable so please prepare for all conditions.

Arthur's Pass Tour TranzAlpine 1 way Christchurch to Greymouth

13 hoursFree Cancellation

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily. Travel by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in Christchurch travelling to Greymouth on the world famous Tranzalpine Train and then by road to Franz Josef. Travel the rugged West Coast, via Haast Pass and Wanaka to Queenstown. Experience Milford Sound and enjoy a nature cruise on the sound. You will also have a full free day in Queenstown to explore at your own pace. Transfer by coach from Queenstown to Dunedin, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city plus a day tour out onto the Otago Peninsula for a visit to Larnach Castle and for a wildlife cruise on the harbour. The tour includes 6 nights' accommodation. This tour may operate in reverse order, subject to transport provider availability.

7Day/6Nights Southern Coastal Splendor Tour

7 daysFree Cancellation

Begin with an official mihi whakatau, a traditional Maori welcome rarely experienced by visitors to Christchurch. Hosted by local Māori guides, you will be welcomed onto the peaceful waters of the Otakaro Avon River. Step aboard a traditional waka and paddle the calm, spring-fed river as you take on the role of kaitiaki guardian of the awa. As your paddle moves through the clear water, hear the stories of this historic mahinga kai, once an important food gathering place for Maori. Along the leafy riverbanks, learn how the principle of kaitiakitanga, guardianship of the environment, guides the ongoing restoration of the river today. In just 45 minutes, connect with the history, culture, and living landscape of this special place.

Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 45 minutes

45 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy an authentic Māori tradition—without dealing with any logistics—on this guided waka canoe experience starting at 794 Colombo Street. Learn how to paddle a real wooden waka before setting off on the Otakaro (Avon) River. As you paddle, listen to stories about the river, Christchurch, the Ngai Tahu iwi, and European settlers. Discover Māori culture and heritage in a hands-on, immersive way.

Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 75 minutes

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Godley Head is an exciting and wild place at the far end of the Port Hills. From Godley Head, you will be treated to uninterrupted and spectacular views of Lyttelton Harbour, Christchurch and the east coast of the South Island. Rich in history and scattered with remnants of New Zealand’s WWII defences, this is a must-do location for anyone visiting Christchurch. Join us and explore this unique and unforgettable area with one of our friendly local guides. - Track grade: Very easy, 2.5 hrs of walking time - Walking distance: 3-5 km (flexible depending on group ability) - Total elevation gain: ~180 m

Lyttelton Shore Ex: 3.5 hr Guided Scenic Hike. Transport & Food

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Thinking about an 11-day South Island loop from Christchurch? Named after the Takahē, a treasured national bird with vibrant blue-green plumage, once thought to be extinct. This tour offers you unparalleled flexibility, you can start in Christchurch, Picton or Wellington! Our expert guides will take you around the South Island’s highlights and hidden gems in style. Kick off with Abel Tasman's golden beaches and Coastal Track hikes, kayaking turquoise coves. Marvel at Punakaiki's Pancake Rock, then trek Franz Josef's glacier face. Snap the iconic Wānaka tree, then play in our adventure capital, Queenstown, hikes, Fergburgers and nightlife buzz! Cruise past Milford Sound's jaw dropping waterfall, trek the famous Kepler track, then stargaze beneath Aoraki/Mt Cook. Finish off your epic journey with a soak in Tekapo's hot pools and visit the Church of the Good Shepherd. All from the comfort of 3-4 star hotels! Hop on the Takahe Select Tour. Which stop is calling your name?

11 Day Deep South Tour (Christchurch to Christchurch)

11 daysFree Cancellation

Take a thrilling jet-boat ride on the Waimakariri River from Christchurch, with round-trip hotel transfers included to save you driving yourself to the starting point outside the city. Select a ride duration to suit your needs and schedule. Admire views of the Southern Alps and Canterbury Plains as you zip along the water. An ideal adventure for families and friends that leaves time in your day for other activities.

Waimakariri River Jet Boating from Christchurch

1 hourFree Cancellation

Home of the world’s only truly alpine parrot, the Kea, Arthur's Pass boasts dramatic terrain, powerful waterfalls, unique fauna, native Beech forest, and engineering feats. Join us as we travel from Christchurch to the wild West Coast. Your morning to midday will be spent travelling via the Great Alpine Highway, stopping to explore the jaw dropping geology and geography of Castle Hill and Arthur’s Pass. Once arriving on the West Coast, you will return aboard the world famous TranzAlpine, travelling through the 8km long Otira tunnel, past Lake Brunner and majestic mountains, and across braided rivers before arriving in Ōtautahi. You will be driven in comfort by our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that bit easier. Led by our fun, knowledgeable, and passionate tour guides, this journey is one you will never forget! As this tour operates in an alpine region, the weather can be unpredictable so please prepare for all conditions.

Arthur's Pass Tour and TranzAlpine 1way Greymouth to Christchurch

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Christchurch Inner City Lunchtime Food and Culture Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Make the most of a travel day between Christchurch and Franz Josef by joining a transfer-tour that combines the practicality of a shuttle service with the in-depth guidance of a tour. After boarding in central Christchurch, travel over the Southern Alps to the South Island’s West Coast, admiring views of mountains, rainforest, and rivers. Travel via Hokitika to visit the spectacular Hokitika Gorge before arriving in glacier country—Franz Josef.

Christchurch to Franz Josef 1-Way Small Group Tour via Hokitika

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience an unforgettable day immersed in the great outdoors on a guided Crater Rim Walk along the Godley Head Loop Track. Explore Lyttelton Harbour, nestled within the crater of an extinct volcano, and admire one of New Zealand's most picturesque coastlines. Widely regarded as one of Christchurch’s top hikes, this undulating trail features awe-inspiring coastal views, fascinating WWII landmarks, an Antarctic cabin, a penguin colony, and charming beaches. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and native birds.

Full-Day Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Godley Head is an exciting and beautiful place at the far end of the Port Hills. From Godley Head, you will be treated to uninterrupted and spectacular views of Lyttelton Harbour, Christchurch and the South Island's east coast. Rich in history and scattered with remnants of New Zealand’s WWII defences, this is a must-do location for anyone visiting Christchurch. Join us and explore this unique and unforgettable area with one of our friendly local guides. 1/2-Day Walking Tour: - Track grade: Very easy, 2.5 hrs of walking time - Walking distance: 3-5 km (flexible depending on group ability) - Total elevation gain: ~180 m Full-Day Walking Tour: - Track grade: Easy – Moderate fitness required, 3-4 hrs of walking time. - Walking distance: 6-9 km (flexible depending on group ability) - Total elevation gain: 380-440 m

Guided Hike & Scenic Drive: Christchurch. 8hr. Lunch & Transport

3 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

This signature 6-day tour offers a perfect blend of travel per day covering the majority of top attractions in New Zealand's South Island, optional handpicked activities and accommodations. Experience the best of the South Island without the hassle of planning which attractions to visit, where to stay, what to do, all without driving long distances on your own. The itinerary ensures a relaxed experience. Enjoy the luxury of a private tour for your group. Benefit from a knowledgeable guide-driver and a vehicle exclusively for your group throughout the tour. Enjoy the flexibility to choose your own desired activities or opt for a range of exciting 9-10 optional activities, like a helicopter ride, TranzAlpine train ride, stargazing, jet boating, a Gondola ride, Kiwi park or Hot Pool Soak, Milford or Doubtful Sound cruise, a tour of Te Anau Glowworm caves, and Guided Kayaking or a Whale Cruise, or a Nature Cruise & an Alpaca farm visit. Choose to finish at Queenstown or Christchurch.

6 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Christchurch

6 daysFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Private Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip From Christchurch

11 hoursFree Cancellation

There’s no need to stick to a rigid guided experience on this full-day small-group tour. Journey from Christchurch through the Southern Alps, stopping at the village of Arthur’s Pass. Choose whether to explore the area at your own pace or join a guided walk to the Devil’s Punchbowl Waterfall. Or, instead of taking a minivan to Arthur’s Pass, upgrade your tour with a ride on the TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch.

Arthur's Pass with optional TranzAlpine Train (Small Group Tour)

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Make the most of a day on land with this nature-focused shore excursion around the Banks Peninsula harbors at Lyttelton and Akaroa. Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy the two-hour nature cruise in Akaroa Harbour, where you may see rare Hector’s Dolphins. Admire views of the twin harbors, the Canterbury Plains, and Lakes Ellesmere and Forsyth, and stop at a cheese factory to learn more about local artisan produce.

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Twin Harbour Tour (Lyttelton & Akaroa)

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Mt. Cook Full Day Group Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch

13 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Day Tour Christchurch

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Travel by TranzAlpine train to Arthur's Pass National Park, riding across the Canterbury Plains, then winding through the Waimakariri Gorge and into the heart of the Southern Alps on a day trip from Christchurch. Disembark at Arthur’s Pass Village, where you’ll explore the rainforests and mountains on short walks. This small-group tour limits the group size, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour

Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour

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Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Tours + TranzAlpine Train & Lunch

Stephen_K, Oct 2026

Cheeky Kea - top shelf

Excellent day trip - timing is good; things click along well. Good way to go up via mini bus and back on a spectacular rail trip. The little stops up en route work well. Highly recommended and our guide went out of his way to keep us informed and engaged

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

Mair_J, Oct 2026

Fantastic day tour

This is a varied day trip with a spectacular train ride (it’s well worth downloading the app for additional commentary on locations) then a mini bus ride to various locations in Arthur’s Pass National Park for scenic walks and sightseeing before returning to Christchurch.

Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch

Lucille_R, Oct 2026

Great day out.

Great day out. Very easy pick ups and drop offs. Our driver Scotty was very knowledgeable and friendly. He pointed out places of interest and stopped at good photo vantage points. He couldn’t have been more helpful. While the included lunch was nice there were plenty of other options to choose from if not going for the included lunch package.

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Sophie_D, Sept 2026

Beautiful scenic trip with lovely guide.

Such a beautiful well planned day. Our tour guide was absolutely amazing. Looked after us so well with plenty of snacks and water and was immensely knowledgeable about the local areas we travelled to. The scenery we visited was stunning and we were given adequate time at every stop n

Christchurch to Queenstown One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo

WENZHE_L, Sept 2026

Trip review

Driver from christchurch to lake tekapo is very knowledgeable about geography, geology, history and enthusiastic along the entire journey. Learned a lot about from him. Driver from lake tekapo to queenstown is really nice. She explained about history of the gold rush, how queenstown came to be, recommendation for the fresh salmon, ice cream in jackson orchard, etc. it was well worth it. Good value for money.

Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch

Vikas_G, Sept 2026

Amazing trip and great host - Malcom

He did the trip with Cheeky Kea travel on 22-Sep-26 and had an amazing time. The trip was well planned, the host (Malcom) was absolutely amazing and shared great details throughout the trip. He took every possible effort to make the trip for us memorable. He even went out of the way to make it enjoyable for us. The lunch was great and we enjoyed the specialties of Fairlie bakery.

Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch

Chris_H, Sept 2026

This was a spectacular...

This was a spectacular experience; we got very lucky with the weather, with barely a cloud in the sky. I planned the trip well, and our knowledgeable, flexible driver made it clear there were opportunities on the way back to stop in places like Fairlie to check out the award-winning bakery. Cheeky Kiwi felt like an excellent operator, and I wouldn't hesitate to book with them again if I were back in the country.

TranzAlpine Train Journey: Christchurch to Greymouth

Eleanor_O, Sept 2026

Absolutely amazing ...

Absolutely amazing experience, would recommend to anyone, Nzers & tourists, who can afford it. We were like kids in a candy store. Only disappointment was there was no running commentary. A big part missing was knowing all the landmark’s & history of each area as we passed. Yes I had the phone app ( no earphones) so had to read instead of being free to look!! This was a big part missing as I love to know the stories!!

Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch

Shahla_S, Jul 2026

Amazing Day in Edoras!

We had an amazing time visiting Edoras- the views were spectacular (maybe the best of our New Zealand trip, which is really saying something)! Tammy was a wonderful guide- she was kind and so patient and never hurried us even though we were a bit slow to climb. She provided a great commentary on our drive and we felt very safe with her as our driver. Lunch was good and we couldn't have asked for a better day. Thank you so much!

Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings

Faith_L, May 2026

The tour was very easy to...

The tour was very easy to access and made for an enjoyable day. We were able to sit back and enjoy the experience, hassle free. Our driver was a good conversationalist with a variety of topics covered. The wineries were lovely with something unique to offer at each one. Thanks for a great and memorable experience.

Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

Amanda_S, May 2026

Amazing Adventure

To do this trip on our own would have been exhausting. Terry made the trip amazing. We stopped at a halfway point to get coffee and go to the bathroom and then got to Kaikoura just before noon and had nearly an hour to find a spot to eat lunch in this quaint town. Whale watching was such an adventure and Terry capped it off by stopping to see the seals. What a treat! Thanks to Terry for all the information and stories on the way up!

Christchurch to Queenstown via Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook (1 way)

G_C, Apr 2026

Great way to enjoy The diversity of the Southern Island

This trip gives you time to enjoy some of the tremendous beauties that span the southern island from Christchurch to Queenstown. Frequent stops made the trip much more manageable and the views are exceptional on the trip. Plus the ability to hike at some of these sites really make it enjoyable.