Akaroa & Giants House Garden tour ex Lyttelton (Shore Excursion)
Overview
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This is a small group tour specifically designed for cruise ship passengers. Visit Akaroa and explore the Banks Peninsula with one of our friendly and knowledgeable local guides.
Starting and finishing at Lyttleton, this excursion is a genuinely scenic experience. Learn about fascinating local history and come to understand how an enormous extinct volcano shaped this rugged landscape and how the landscape continues to shape the people who live here.
In Akaroa, you’ll have the chance to visit the whimsical Giant’s House, which is filled with vibrant mosaic sculptures. In town, there are opportunities to try the local cuisine, shop for souvenirs, or admire the local artworks.
This trip to Akaroa from Lyttleton fits nicely into the cruise ship schedule.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Morning and afternoon tea are included
What To Expect
The Sign of the Kiwi is a remarkable 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 serves as a welcoming point for those exploring the picturesque vistas along the Summit Road. We stop for a short walk and photo opportunity at the Sign of the Kiwi. A 25-minute drive along Summit Road brings us to the next location.
Gebbies Pass links Lyttelton Harbour to Banks Peninsula and Akaroa Harbour. Stopping at the top of the 161-meter-high pass affords a stunning view over the rugged farmland, with Lyttelton Harbour in the background. A 15-minute drive brings us to our next location.
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Lyttelton Shore Excursion- Small Group Tour of Akaroa & Peninsula
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great way to see a large area
missy,
Mar 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Was a great day seeing all the sites all the way to Akora, lunch stop was super quaint and the 2 girls leading the tour were informative and engaging. The roads are very narrow and windey but our guide did an amazing job navigating them
Great for scenery.
Michael K,
Mar 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great trip for seeing the countryside and scenery. Our guide was born and raised in Christchurch and used to visit the area with her father, so she knows it well. We stopped at a cheese shop where we watched curds being separated - that was interesting. Akaroa is a small village with a few shops and eateries. Quaint if that's what your interest is. Altogether a nice day and tour.
Beautiful Littleton
Holly M,
Mar 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Jared, was kind and accommodating. The area is stunning and he took us to some wonderful sites.
From NZ$549.00
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