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3 hours 30 minutes
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Your opportunity to visit locations in Wellington that you simply couldn't make on foot. All accompanied by a local, educated driver who hopes to crack at least one funny joke throughout the journey!
We also stop along the way for photo opportunities all whilst experiencing Wellingtons infamous wind!
We'll start in the city but quickly make our way to the best views iat Mount Victoria lookout. Then we'll head out to the suburbs cruising through Lyall Bay beach & stopping at the Weta Cave (hop out). After we head back to the city you'll experience a ride on the Cable Car with more stunning views from the other side of the city. Then we'll check out the Lady Norwood Rose Garden & our Parliament grounds as the tour comes to a conclusion.
Packing LOADS of wellington in to a short space of time with hosts who care.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We hop out of the van on 3 or 4 occasions throughout the trip for photos & fresh air!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Includes admission costs on Cable car ride
Bottled water
Lunch
Wellington
COLLECT Our journey starts by safely collecting all of our guests & getting onboard our vehicle. If you are coming in by cruise ship, we will collect you directly from the port. You do not need to get on a shuttle bus or head to the city as we are accredited to collect you as you walk off the ship. If you are being collected from your hotel then please wait in reception or just outside where you can been seen by your friendly guide. Sit tight, sometimes traffic (or people) can delay our arrival. If you are being collected from the iSite then pop out to the tour bus stop just outside/beside the iSite. Keep an eye out for Ka Rawe signage on the vehicle & we'll see you soon!
Mount Victoria Lookout
What about this for a first stop! Check out the best vantage point in our beautiful city. Breathtaking 360 degree views of the central business district, the harbour & the ocean to the south. Stunnnnning! Legend has it that Wellington harbour, originally a land-locked lake, was home to two large and very active taniwha (sea monsters). One taniwha forged a passage to the open sea creating the entrance to the harbour. The second, named Whataitai, tried a different route, became stranded and died. It is believed that Tangi-te keo (Mt Victoria) was named after the soul of Whataitai. Probably the best photo opportunity on the tour, our guide/host would be delighted to be your personal photographer for the day. What a beautiful city!
Pickup included
51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Louise T,
Apr 3, 2025
- Viator
This was a really good tour. Our driver and guide , AJ was very informative, had a sense of humour, and drove well up those crazy Wellington streets! He was extra caring, going out of his way to return a bag we accidentally left on board..our fault not his! So good to be picked up at the cruise ship, and the van was a small bus, with not too many passengers.
Megan P,
Mar 29, 2025
- Viator
Tour operator was very knowledgeable and we seen a great deal of the area for a 1/2 day tour! Tours are ideal alternative to ship tours as you save a bundle!
Lolita J,
Mar 21, 2025
- Viator
This trip not to missed at all . Half day trip but fantastic experience. I would highly recommend to get Nathan as your tour guide . He is fantastic . My only tour that made my 1 week stay in Wellington successful and unforgettable . Nathan gives a lot of explanation, history and also very honest and friendly person .
MaureenG M,
Mar 16, 2025
- Viator
Great day with a great guide. Thoroughly enjoyable experience. Would definitely recommend it particularly if you stay is short.
Carly D,
Mar 15, 2025
- Viator
Nathan was really an awesome tour guide. We learned a ton about Wellington and you can really tell how much he cares about his city, much like everyone in NZ. Great tour for site seeing.
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