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By Gurdev tours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$890 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • This scenic 75 km journey takes roughly 1.5 to 2 hours each way. You will travel from the urban landscapes of Christchurch over the volcanic crater walls of Banks Peninsula to the historic French settlement of Akaroa, with stunning coastal and mountain views throughout. The road climbs to Gebbies Pass, revealing sweeping views of Lake Ellesmere.Once in Akaroa, you can spend your time exploring the waterfront, browsing boutique shops, or dining at one of the many cafes. You can also do boat cruise or kayaking that usually take 2 hours.You will be dropped back in Christchurch after a full day spent in Akaroa.

Activity location

  • Corsair Bay
    • Governor's Bay Road, Near Lyttelton
    • 8082, Christchurch, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Corsair Bay
    • Governor's Bay Road, Near Lyttelton
    • 8082, Christchurch, New Zealand

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Akaroa Coastal Discovery Day Tour from Christchurch or Lyttelton

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$890.00 x 1 TravellerNZ$890.00
Total
Price is NZ$890.00
Until Wed, 2 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transport
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Exclusions
    Alcoholic Drinks
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
  • Exclusions
    Coffee and/or Tea
  • Exclusions
    Brunch
  • Exclusions
    Breakfast
  • Exclusions
    Meals
  • Exclusions
    Dolphin Cruise or Kayaking tour (optional -paid on site)

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Lyttelton (Pass by)

The Historic Harbour Gem of Christchurch.Nestled within the dramatic volcanic landscape of Banks Peninsula.

Corsair Bay

  • 15m
Panoramic, unobstructed lookouts over the sparkling waters of the Lyttelton Harbour basin.

Little River

  • 30m
Little River is a town on Banks Peninsula in the Canterbury region of New Zealand. Little River. Little River is a popular stopping point for tourists for quick coffee.

Akaroa

  • 3h
Akaroa is a charming, French-inspired coastal town nestled in the caldera of an extinct volcano on the Banks Peninsula. Located just 90 minutes (85 km) southeast of Christchurch, it is famous for its sheltered harbour, boutique dining, colonial history, and rare marine wildlife.Wildlife Cruises: Take a harbour cruise to spot the rare and endangered Hector's dolphin, as well as fur seals.Tourists can book kayaking tour that is professionaly done in Akaroa.

Location

Activity location

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    Corsair Bay
    • Governor's Bay Road, Near Lyttelton
    • 8082, Christchurch, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Corsair Bay
    • Governor's Bay Road, Near Lyttelton
    • 8082, Christchurch, New Zealand

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