Wellington City Heights Private Sightseeing 6 hour tour
Description
Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital from its three most spectacular viewing points, offering unparalleled panoramas that capture the city's unique harbour setting between mountains and sea. Your knowledgeable Kiwi guide will reveal why Wellington has earned its reputation as New Zealand's most progressive and culturally vibrant city. From film industry innovations to political significance, you'll gain insider perspectives that may inspire you to extend your stay. Wellywood Experience: Explore Wellington's thriving film industry hub with coastal scenic drives and a fascinating walk through the Weta Workshop, where movie magic happens under the direction of acclaimed Sir Richard Taylor. Wellington Cable Car Ride this iconic Wellington landmark for magnificent harbour views and access to the exquisite Lady Norwood Rose Garden and Botanical Gardens. Spare time Parliament
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Itinerary
Meet 10 minutes before the tour begins
The Band Rotunda, a Wellington landmark since its original construction in 1938, has been closed since 2012 as it requires extensive strengthening and restoration work. Originally named by its first Polish resident Dupa as Wellington’s bottom as the area was used for processing whales and boiling blubber for oil So named after one of the earliest ships that delivered engineers and town planners from the New Zealand company that arrived after 1840
The Carter Fountain was gifted to the city of Wellington from local businessman Hugh Carter, as a memorial to his parents George and Ella Carter, and the people of Wellington for a cost of $75,000.
Painted ladies and other historic houses, such as those in the prominent Wellingtonian Streamline Moderne style, are constructed alongside and up into the hills that face the bay.
A gentle climb up 30 steps for you to see Paradise and our capital city.
Peter Jacksons restored art deco cinema with cafe . Go for lunch or going to the souvenir shop next door.
Pop in for some photo opportunities with a few local cave trolls and see Peter Jackson's Weta cave. Paid tours are available at the reception.
Drive around the coast and enjoy unparalleled views of the capital and take a few photos
Head to the south coast and see the Te Kopahou visitor centre
Sample your very first Kiwi meat pie
Sample some local craft beer and buy a roadie
Admission is included for a one way trip to the top of the Cable car and then access to the Cable car museum.
Walk through the Rose gardens
Head to the windy heavens and witness Wellington from the west and see one of over 60 wind turbines that helps make Wellington 90% self sufficient of electricity.
return to base
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(61)
Aaron is well versed in many subjects and knows his city very well. He was very accommodating with fitting our schedule into the tour to get us to the airport in plenty of time. His dinner restaurant suggestion was excellent. We would call Aaron again if our travels take us back to Wellington.
Hi Paul and family It was my great pleasure to host you while you were in Wellington with my Heritage tour with gourmet cuisine. Like yourselves I appreciate excellence in cuisine and the Ceviche matched with the Pinot rose was hard to beat. I trust your experience in Otago matched your time inn Wellington.
Aarón was great, so knowledgeable about Wellington and it’s history and culture. Since our time in Wellington was short he made sure to get us around to see all the sites. We highly recommend his tour.
Hi Traveller Thanks for joining Myself and Kosher Tours and Travel on a Wellington adventure. We are proud of our home and hope you come to stay. Aaron
Being on a cruise coming from Australia, we were all excited to learn and see different views of New Zealand from a well knowledgeable, locals point of view. Over the 5 hour period of us being with David, he shared his recommendations, knowledge and humor with us. As well as having a variety of ages within our family tour, he was able to connect with all of us and allowed us to have an amazing time. Seeing the different views and learning some history with it, enhanced our enjoyment within our tour, by including actually interesting things which we were interested in. If you’re looking for a detailed and interesting tour, myself and my 17 family members highly recommend Kosher tours and travels, especially David (for a good laugh)!!
Hi Diana and Family Congratulations and happy birthday. Thank you so much for the opportunity to entertain your family for the day. I’m so glad that you chose Kosher tours and travel. I was delighted to show you the very best that Wellington had to offer, especially the beer tasting at the end. David and I thoroughly enjoyed our craft beer when we got home Aaron
John was our private guide that picked us up on time and was an absolute treasure to spend our day in Wellington with. He was so knowledgeable about the city, was an exceptional driver and an amazing person with a kind spirit. Had such a wonderful day and saw so much of Wellington!! We booked our excursion and had terrific communication with the office that provided us with phone number, picture of our driver and meeting point. Would highly recommend them. Exceptional services!! John gave us a green of a lunch stop too!!
John makes my life easy with a perfect level of professionalism and a laid back nature to be an ideal guide. He is my lead driver for private tours and is a perfect match for 2 or 3 guests. Thank you for choosing Kosher tours and travel Aaron
We had an amazing day with David. He showed us around Wellington like we were visiting a friend. Both the owner and David had excellent communication with me. David was waiting for us right at the cruise ship when we arrived. Wonderful full day and I would highly recommend!
Hi Traveller Thanks so much for leaving a review as the Cruise ship company's would rather you book directly with them and put you on a bus with 60 others. We love Private experiences as we can take our time and show off what makes Wellington the coolest little capital in the World. We are glad you came along Aaron
Though the weather was rainy and blustery, Aaron made good use of our time adapting to what we could see inside and out as the conditions permitted. His van was clean and comfortable. Aaron has an amazing wealth of historical and political knowledge of Wellington - I would prefer more historical & sites narrative, but was enjoyable none the less.
Good morning micheal What’s a pleasure to host your group for the day? Weather in Wellington can be in lively so outdoor activities are not always suitable. We are blessed with amazing architectural in our City. I’m glad you got to see so much of it. Local government building and old Saint Pauls is always gonna be a highlight Aaron
Aaron was great/ very knowledgeable of the area and history. He is one of the best guides I have had
Hi James It was a pleasure to host your family for the day, especially Marc. I appreciate someone who has a passion for great craft beer. Thank you for choosing Kosher tours and travel
Our host Emile was amazing! Knowledgeable and funny. Truly knows the area. Super safe driver . Definitely recommend.
Hello William Thank you for choosing Kosher tools and travel and leaving a review for my long-term friend and guide Emile. We run a small business with trusted friends and Wellington raised drivers . I’m glad you appreciate my philosophy Aaron
An excellent time for us, in this all-encompassing tour of Wellington. Aaron was very thorough and provided us with loads of information and picture opportunities. We felt really fortunate to have picked this tour for our first visit of this beautiful city.
Hi Carina It was a true pleasure to host you for the day with Kosher tours and travel I’m glad that we held out for us and I hope your positive experience in New Zealand continues Aaron
Aaron was an excellent tour guide! Very knowledgable and professional. Took us to great sites to visit and excellent photo shots! We learned so much about Wellington and the history. HIghly recommend this Private 5 hour Tour!
Hi Sharon Thanks for your booking and review today. Kosher tours and travel takes pride in place and I'm glad you came along Aaron
