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New Zealand's best.
New Zealand's 15 most popular christchurch & canterbury tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
2-hour Akaroa harbour catamaran cruise for Hector’s dolphins, seals, and penguins, with NZ drink and cookies. Stable and comfy.
“Excellent harbor cruise! My family (mom, dad, 4mo baby) enjoyed every minute of this experience. We were able to see dolphins, penguins, and seals. Our captain, George, was personable and provided an excellent tour. We’d recommend this to all ages!”
Ride Christchurch’s restored vintage trams with live commentary, 18 stops, and all-day hop-on hop-off access through the rebuilt CBD.
“Nice way to discover various places / sections of Christchurch. The frequency is quite good. Recommended.”
Hop on a historic Christchurch tram and ride the Gondola to Mount Cavendish for 360° views, cafe stops, and easy city exploring.
Christchurch’s vintage tram all-day hop-on hop-off with live commentary, key sights, and rebuilding stories from 2010–11.
See Christchurch by vintage tram, Avon punt, and the Christchurch Gondola for 360-degree views, with key stops and smart timing tips.
Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch: boutique vineyard tastings of 15+ wines, platter lunch, and guided comfort to North Canterbury.
“Writing this review in July 2025, over 12 months later we still talk about this trip and look back on it with such fondness.”
Cruise Akaroa Harbour on a stable catamaran to spot rare Hector’s dolphins, seals, penguins, caves, and volcanic rock. Includes drinks.
Christchurch Gondola up Port Hills for 360° views, plus the Discovery Ride and Red Rock Café. Round-trip ticket from $25.
Small-group Christchurch day tour to Aoraki Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Pukaki, plus Fairlie Bakehouse and glacier walks, with lunch.
Day trip from Christchurch to Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and the Tasman Glacier with small-group comfort, guided stops, and a moderate walk.
“I enjoy the whole duration of tour. The driver/guide is very friendly, respectful, patient and accommodating. If I will book for another tour in South Island again in the future, I wish it would be the same driver of the minibus again.”
4WD to Mount Sunday for Edoras 360° views, guided Lord of the Rings stories, and a sparkling-wine picnic from Christchurch.
“Exactly as advertised with knowledgeable guides who will go above and beyond to deliver an amazing experience”
Step into Antarctica in Christchurch with Hägglund rides, a -18°C storm chamber, Little Blue Penguins, huskies, and a 4D cruise.
Coastal Pacific one-way train from Picton to Christchurch with ocean-and-Kaikoura views, panoramic windows, and GPS audio commentary. Great value.
“The welcoming, helpful staff and the coastal viewing splendid. We were well looked after by the train staff. The journey was comfortable and the viewing great. The food on offer was more than adequate though choice was limited when we came to eat around 5 p.m. Excellent experience.”
Arthur’s Pass and TranzAlpine day tour from Christchurch with lunch: Kea spotting, Castle Hill, Devils Punchbowl, optional jet boat.
2-hour Akaroa Harbour catamaran cruise with hot drinks and skipper narration, sea caves, dolphins, seals and penguins.
“Akaroa Harbor nature cruise was great! A highlight of our whole trip. Boat captain very knowledgeable about many different types of wildlife as well as rock formations & the whole area. Black Cat Cruises staff were all great, very friendly & helpful. Weather was perfect too! Definitely recommend Black Cat & the Akaroa nature cruise!”
