Dunedin Nature & City Tour – Full Day Cruise Excursion
Overview
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This is a tour by bus around some of the main attractions of Dunedin. It is aimed at cruise ship passengers and only runs on cruise ship days
The tour stops at all locations mentioned with a chance to get off and have a walk around.
Comfortable vehicles with Aircon and a commentary is provided.
A full refund is offered if at the conclusion of the tour the customer is dissatisfied with any part of the experience that is an error or omission within the operator's control so long as the issue is raised first with the operator before any other party. (Subject to tripadvisor complying with operator request)
Operator reserves the right, without liability, to alter or amend the tour time and destinations to fit in with the time window available for the ship's visit.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Public transportation options are available nearby
We can usually accomodate wheelchairs and prams in the bus but person must sit on a seat in bus.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Port Chalmers
We drive through the historic town of Port Chalmers option to stop on return.
The Octagon
See the central area of Dunedin
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Options
Nature and City tour from Port
Duration: 5 hours: 10am - 3.30pm
Port pickup: Pickup from Port Otago at Port Chalmers, tour of Dunedin and then return to the cruise ship terminal at Port.
Bus
Pickup included
Later cruise ship arrival time
Pickup included
Tour with castle (self pay)
Larnarch Castle visit: Visiting Larnarch Castle with self paid entry. (Client pays Castle entry fee at the gate, online or at isite)
Pickup included
Reviews
80 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful Dunedin.
judybl1,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Really enjoyed our excursion - driver a d commentary was informative - bit rushed at the end. Dunedin was a lovely city and visit to Larnach Castle was a highlight. Saw other interesting features including railway station, early settlers museum (a bit rushed).
Informative and comprehensive tour of Dunedin of exceptional value.
Pauline O,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was very easy to book from the ship. Andrew made contact by messaging and we were picked up right next to where the ship docked in Dunedin which was great for two "senior" passengers. This tour gave us a comprehensive overview of Dunedin which is a lovely city. Andrew is very knowledgeable and was very flexible in that he adjusted the tour so we could visit the Otago Museum. This was requested so I could see a model of the P. & O. ship, the Ormonde. My family and I had immigrated from Scotland to Australia in the 1950s on this ship, so it was very special for me to see the model of it - so different to the ship we are cruising on now. Thank you so much Andrew. In summary, we would definitely recommend this tour. Compared to the price of tours that were offered on our ship, it was exceptional value and we were so well looked after.
Great overview of the city of Dunedin
C3494YIbarryh,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ryan was a very good and informative driver. So glad we took this tour which visited some out of the way places. Sadly, we didn't get to see any sea lions.
We realized maybe doing a...
anna c,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00We realized maybe doing a tour on a holiday wasn’t the best idea. It seemed they tried to combine two tours into one and there was a lot of wasted time. Many places were closed also. Our driver was very nice but seems a bit lost.
Great Time
I3669EXsteveb,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a wonderful choice! We had a really good time with Bryan(or Ryan)(my hearing is questionable). He was non-stop fun smiling, talking, and pointing out all sorts of things. Getting a local guide who was so friendly and fun and attentive made this a delightful tour!
Great day out
Jean M,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy to connect with tour. Full day of city sites and out to see some nature too. Informed and thoughtful driver/tour guide. Great day out!
Great tour of Dunedin
Marilyn C,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We visited all the highlights of Dunedin without being rushed and our excellent guide is fun, informative. Dunedin is beautiful. Highly recommend this tour.
Great day out in Dunedin
Curiosity32748803644,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day out in Dunedin. We explored not only Dunedin but the surrounding areas as well. For me the highlight was Sandfly point which was a beautiful beach.The botanical garden were also very beautiful. Our driver Andy was excellent he was very knowledgeable and an excellent guide.
Great Value and full itinerary!
lesia582021,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver was great and very courteous knowledgeable and helpful. He had a difficult decision ti make with 2 ladies not back in time after Castle but understood he had to stick to orig timetable to ensure everything went to plan. Very well done we liked Broneyn too!
More than we expected
James C,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic, welll worth the money. Friends went on a tour offered by the cruise line and ours appears to be much better.
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