Suggested Guided Tours

A range of suggested, exclusive journeys of New Zealand's stunning South Island

Private Sightseeing Tours from Christchurch

Some of the world’s most spectacular and diverse landscapes are within easy reach from one of New Zealand’s most loved destinations – Christchurch

An exclusive, private day tour with your own guide and host allows you to forget the stress of unfamiliar driving and instead, you are able to take in the scenery in luxury at your own pace.

Please see below our private day tour options to Akaroa, Arthur’s Pass and Kaikoura… 

We also offer a 9-day Wilderness Tour which includes highlights of South Island with 4 to 5-star accommodations.

Please see below for further details of this wonderful trip… 

Please see below our private day tour options to Akaroa, Arthur’s Pass and Kaikoura…

We also offer a 9-day Wilderness Tour which includes highlights of South Island with 4 to 5-star accommodations.

Please see below for further details of this wonderful trip…

Akaroa and
Banks Peninsula

Your tour will take you in comfort over the high summit route to Akaroa, which is nestled in an extinct volcanic crater. Join a small-group eco-nature cruise in the beautiful harbour and then enjoy lunch at one of the many charming restaurants.

Afterwards, you’ll have time to wander around the harbourside village, and soak up the unique atmosphere before heading back to Christchurch via a high summit road.

Arthur's Pass & Otira Gorge

Your journey will take you from Christchurch on the world-famous TranzAlpine™ train, across the flat, wide expanses of the Canterbury Plains to where the landscape dramatically changes to sub-alpine, as you head towards the spectacular Southern Alps, and enter the high country surrounded by rugged, beautiful mountain ranges.

Kaikoura and Whales

On your journey, we’ll take you through the beautiful rural wine region of North Canterbury before reaching Kaikoura, a traditional fishing village nestled between the Southern Alps and the Pacific Ocean. Join your private your whale watch helicopter trip and lunch in an historic restaurant. Visit a popular lookout with more spectacular views and photo opportunities, and visit a NZ Fur Seal colony. Before returning to Christchurch, you can take a walk on the Kaikoura Peninsula walkway or stop at a Waipara winery for wine tasting.

9 Day Wilderness Expedition

Take a nine-day nature and wilderness expedition, and explore the hidden gems of New Zealand’s magnificent South Island/Te Wai Pounamu. Your knowledgeable local guides will personally show you around our natural wonders and heritage in luxurious comfort, with the finest cuisine and accommodation. Walk through primeval forests, along deserted beaches and view glaciers amid the rainforests, marvelling at their diverse ecological systems.

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