AKAROA PRIVATE SHORE EXCURSION (Christchurch City & Banks Peninsula)

1 day
Private
Instant confirmation
About this activity
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Akaroa Lighthouse, Beach Road, Akaroa, Akaroa New Zealand

Pickup at 8.30am from Akaroa wharf & take the scenic drive to Christchurch.

Stop At: Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Rolleston Ave, Christchurch New Zealand

1.Visit Christchurch Botanical Gardens & hop onboard an electric-powered caterpillar bus along with live commentary & enjoy the splendid gardens.

2.Sit back & relax in a traditional English Punt & meander down the Avon River.

3.Enjoy a scrumptious lunch at one of the many cafes’ & restaurants in Christchurch (at your own expense). Your driver/ guide will give you recommendations.

4.Get a brief overview of the Central Christchurch which is being rebuilt from scratch after recovering from a devastating earthquake.

5.Drive to Sumner Beach & stroll next to cave rock. Top the day off with an ice-cream on us.

6.Take the relaxing scenic drive back to Akaroa.

7.Stop over & feast your taste buds at Barry’s Bay Traditional Cheese Factory.

Drop-off to your cruise terminal around 4.30pm, which will give you some time to explore boutique shops on the waterfront in Akaroa.

Duration: 6 hours

Included
  • Port pick-up & drop-off.
  • Private tour (i.e. only for one party)
  • Botanical Gardens guided caterpillar tour.
  • Punting on Avon River.
  • Ice-cream at Sumner Beach.
  • Transport by air-conditioned late model Mercedes Benz vans.
  • Complimentary Light Refreshments.
  • Complimentary Hotspot WIFI.
  • Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Entry/Admission - Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Not included
  • Lunch
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • We recommend you pre-book & take the first tender to Akaroa Port.
  • All cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at the time of booking: Ship name, Docking time, Disembarkation time & Re-boarding time.
  • Worry-free Shore Excursion:If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
100% Cultural
70% Aquatic
30%