Wellington Shore Excursion City Sightseeing Tour
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Take in the sights of Wellington while your cruise ship is in port, and discover one of the world’s most charming capital cities. See where New Zealand’s political leaders rule the country, and visit Parliament Buildings, Premier House and other architectural landmarks. Take in views of Wellington from above on a visit to the summit of Mt Victoria, and have the option to take a ride on Wellington’s iconic cable car. A sightseeing tour of Wellington would not be complete without visiting Wellington's Botanical Gardens and the famous Lady Norwood Rose Gardens.
In demand: 8 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
The tour proceeds up Mt Victoria where a stop from a viewing platform will provide you with speculator views of the harbour and city.
Locally known as The Beehive
drive to Lyall Bay beach, pass Wellington airport and see some of the rugged coast line. On a clear day you may see some spectacular views of the South Island. We pass Barrett’s Reef, where on 10 April 1968 the roll on/roll off ferry Wahine hit the reef and capsized near Seatoun (just a short distance from the shoreline) during a hurricane resulting in 52 lives being lost.
iconic Wellington cable car (which first carried passengers in 1902). After you have travelled to the top in the cable car and visited the quaint museum at that end, you will have more breath-taking panoramic views of the harbour and city.
Then we drive pass the lovely Botanic Gardens and drive through the Lady Norwood Rose Garden,
The takes in the historic Premier House home of New Zealand's Prime Minster
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If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Wellington Shore Excursion City Sightseeing Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $89 per person for this Wellington experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:45 AM.
Children aged 3–13 pay from $43, adults from $89. Infants go free.
It can: 8 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 6 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Shore Excursion City Sightseeing Tour | 3 hours | 4.4 (119) | $89 | |
 Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion | 3–4 hours | 5.0 (113) | $111 | View |
 Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour | 3 hours | 4.8 (152) | $63 | View |
 Wellington Shore Excursion: From Cave to Coast Highlights Private Tour | 5 hours | 5.0 (10) | $155 | View |
 Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour | 5 hours | 4.9 (256) | $106 | View |
 Shore Excursion: Half Day Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS | 4 hours | 5.0 (29) | $66 | View |
 Shore excursion to Rotorua including Gondola and luge rides | 7 hours | 4.6 (12) | $215 | View |
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark