1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Small Group Tour)
Description
The first stop on this half-day tour is at the Sign of Takahe, a historic stone building. Next, you'll head to the Sign of the Bellbird Scenic Reserve and take in breathtaking views of the Canterbury Plains and Lyttelton Harbour. Afterwards, you'll visit the Governors Bay Jetty, allowing you to explore the serene surroundings of the seaside settlement. Following the coastal road, the journey continues to Cass Bay, where there is time to relax over morning or afternoon tea. We then make our way to the historic township of Lyttelton, allowing time to explore its boutique shops, heritage architecture, and distinctive port town character. The tour then takes you to the Evans Pass lookout, where you can learn about the operations of Lyttelton Port and its links to Antarctic exploration. The final stop is Sumner Beach, where you can wander through the charming village or along the waterfront. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your accommodation or in the city centre.
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Itinerary
The Sign of the Takahe is a historic rest house that survived the 2010-2011 earthquakes but required extensive restorations to preserve its integrity and charm. This building represents a vital piece of history and where you can enjoy scenic views. A 15-minute drive up Dyers Pass Road along Summit Road brings us to the next location.
We will stop at another historic stone rest house, the Sign of the Bellbird. Here, you'll enjoy the breathtaking views of the Canterbury Plains and Lyttelton Harbour. A 10-minute drive brings us to the next location.
The Governors Bay Jetty offers a peaceful spot to enjoy beautiful views of the bay and surrounding hills. It’s a perfect place to relax and appreciate the natural beauty of the area. A 5-minute drive following the coast takes us to our next destination.
Following the coastal road, the journey continues to Cass Bay, where there is time to relax over morning or afternoon tea. A 5-minute drive takes you to the next destination.
Lyttelton is a charming historic town filled with quaint shops and a vibrant atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to explore, enjoy the local culture, and take in stunning views of the harbour. A 5-minute drive up Evans Pass to the lookout.
The final stop is the seaside suburb of Sumner, where you can take a relaxed stroll along the beach, explore the village, or simply unwind by the ocean before returning to Christchurch. A 20-minute drive takes us back to the city centre.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
You will be met by a guide wearing our company's branded uniform in a white branded car or minivan.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can accommodate dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free etc.
Reviews(2)
Samantha our guide was great. This tour was 50% more expensive than the six others we’ve done on this cruise. WAY over priced. Hence the 3 stars.
Thank you for taking the time to post a review. I am sorry you found this shore excursion expensive. I am pleased however to hear that you enjoyed your time with your guide Samatha. Here at Adventure by Nature we specialise in very small-group, private and bespoke tours. It is a balance offering a fair price while limiting the group size and ensuring we have great local guides. It would be more economical to run larger groups or bus tours, however, thats not really the type of travelling experences we are passionate about.
Fantastic personalised tour of the area around Christchurch with Alan, who was knowledgable, helpful and extremely informative. The vehicle was very comfortable and the tour duration was just right. Little touches such as a picnic coffee stop and stops to take in the amazing scenery made this a wonderful tour and exactly what we were looking for on our stopover in Christchurch. We highly recommend using them for this or any other small group tours. Thank you Alan it was a very pleasurable day out
Hi Nigel, Thank you for this wonderfull review. It was a pleasure spending the afternoon with you yoesteday. All the best for your onward travel around NZ. Knd regards Alan
