New Zealand · CHRISTCHURCH TOURS AND ATTRACTIONS
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Christchurch rebuilt itself around the trams and the river after the 2011 earthquake, and it is now the easiest South Island city to see in a day on foot or from a tram seat. These 15 cover the city loops, the gondola, the Antarctic centre and the alpine day trips west, with route lengths, combo ticket savings and prices.
Hop on vintage Christchurch trams all day with live commentary, 18 stops, and frequent service through Cathedral Square, the Avon River, and more.
“Great little way to get around town, great food at the Riverside Market and some good shops about as well”
Hop on an antique tram and take the Christchurch Gondola for roundtrip panoramic views from Mount Cavendish, plus summit time to explore.
“The Combo is a good idea as it’s definitely a must going on the iconic tram tour to explore the. The drivers explain all the sites and what can be seen and explored at every stop. The gondola up the mountain is a great experience and there are various trails to walk around at the top. The view is amazing especially if the weather is great and the visibility is as good as it was today.”
Ride Christchurch by vintage tram with hop-on hop-off stops, live driver commentary, and earthquake rebuild sights all day for $23.
“There needs to be a warning that there are 2 steep steps to board the tram and anyone with mobility issues may not be able to readily get on or off. (This may already be in the advertising, I’m not sure.) The commentary was excellent.”
Explore Christchurch by vintage tram, glide the Avon on a classic punt, then ride the Christchurch Gondola for Port Hills views and Discovery.
“an excellent day with varied activities and lots to see. we thoroughly enjoyed it all.”
Visit Antarctica in Christchurch with a storm simulator, 4D show, Hägglund ride, blue penguins, and huskies, all in 2 to 3 hours.
“It was very interesting however we only had about an hour and 45 minutes at the center because our ship was leaving 3 1/2 hours earlier than planned. We thought this include transportation to the center however we took a shuttle to ChristcRead more”
Small-group day trip from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo and the Tasman Glacier, with hotel pickup, snacks, and guided stops.
“It was an incredible experience, I really enjoyed the tour! Thank you!”
Half-day wine tour from Christchurch to Waipara. Taste 15 wines at three boutique wineries with a platter lunch and local hosting.
“It was a lovely day at beautiful vineyards with a great lunch. Our guide, Stephanie, particularly made the day special, answering all of our questions and providing helpful extra information on the wine tasting experience.”
Ride the Christchurch Gondola to Port Hills for 360 views, then explore the Discovery Ride and Red Rock Café at the summit.
“We really enjoyed the gondola ride, the views were spectacular.”
4WD Edoras day tour from Christchurch with mountain views, LOTR photo stops, picnic with sparkling wine, and guided Middle-earth stories.
“Firstly, it’s awesome! Secondly, be prepared for some extensive uphill walking. Walking poles are available but if you’re not fit (&/or young!) be prepared to take your time - the guide (Cheryl) was super patient either me. Thirdly, it’s completely awesome!!”
Full-day Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier tour from Christchurch with hotel pickup, photo stops, and a moderate glacier walk.
“This is a great trip. It’s been on my bucket list to see glaciers before they melt, so this was awesome. Our guide, Anuj, was amazing. He was very kind, had plenty of snacks for us, and made sure everyone had a good time. The scenery is also incredible! Just be prepared for a long drive.”
Ride the Great Journeys Coastal Pacific one-way from Picton to Christchurch, with Kaikoura and ocean views, plus GPS audio and café snacks.
“Comfortable seats with beautiful views. Coastal views amazing. Good food and snacks. Very nice workers onboard. Downside, just this run were AC made it too cold and the train was 20+ minutes late which meant it was dark when we arrived. Also to know, the outdoor viewing car had no seating so I’d standing is an issue don’t go out there.”
Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo day tour from Christchurch with Fairlie Bakehouse lunch, Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Pukaki, and Aoraki walks.
“I have spent a wonderful day touring in Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook. I am sorry I cannot remember the name of the driver/guide., he had a ginger beard and wore a green wooly hat. I did the tour on 9 September, he gave us lots of explanations and you could see that he knows about the region.”
Ride the TranzAlpine from Christchurch to Greymouth in about 4.5 hours, with GPS audio, open-air decks, and café snacks through the Alps.
“What an amazing experience !! Worked like clock work 😊 with easy to board, staff were great! We did the lunch and train ride and were fortunate enough to have a lovely UK couple share the table we were on. The food was fantastic!! We Read more”
Christchurch Gondola to Mt Cavendish for Alps and harbor views, crater rim walks, and optional Avon River punting.
“Helpful staff, great view from the top. The longest out of the three skylines in NZ. You need to experience it to find out.”
A long, scenic Christchurch day trip to Akaroa with a 2-hour harbour cruise for Hector’s dolphins, plus cheese tasting and optional lunch.
“Akaroa was amazing. The beautiful scenic route and thoughtful charming stops were well planned.The Akaroa Nature Cruise is an unforgettable experience.We managed to come across many dolphins and amazing seals and NZ native sea animals basking in the sun on few stoppages.We were lucky that the weather was perfect”
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