Private Tour

Private Castle Hill & Inland Canterbury Shore Excursion

Overview

Available languages

English

7 hours

Mobile ticket

Private guided tour includes lunch, transport, and a local guide to Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti.

This tour doesn't require minimum numbers. It is suitable for individuals, couples, and small groups looking for a unique and personal tour.

Journey along the stunning Great Alpine Highway, traverse Porters Pass, take in the beauty of Lake Lyndon, and explore the awe-inspiring Castle Hill boulders on this shore excursion from Lyttelton.

Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti is an amazing labyrinth of giant limestone boulders. The area is rich with cultural and recreational significance and has been granted Tōpuni status, “a symbolic cloak of protection.”

Your guide will show you around. If you like, you can try bouldering or use your time here to explore the endless maze of boulders.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

We can accommodate dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free etc.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Licensed local guide

Lunch and snacks

Coffee and/or tea

Private air-conditioned vehicle

Alcoholic beverages

Personal expenses

What To Expect

Darfield

Leaving Lyttelton via the "Great Alpine Highway", you'll cross the flat farmland of the Canterbury Plains towards the mountains. Halfway across the plains, you will discover the small rural town of Darfield, where you will enjoy a short stop, allowing you to sample some of the local delicacies from the famous Darfield Bakery.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Springfield

Your next stop is Springfield, just 20 minutes down the road. Its giant doughnut statue is well worth a photo, and your guide will explain how the town ended up with this giant doughnut.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Guided Tour

Private Guided Tour
Lunch, snacks, hot/cold drinks
Luxury Car: Luxury car for groups of 1-3 Minivan for groups 4-8

Reviews

5.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Perfect Day at Castle Hill
V2576COlaurah,
Dec 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Perfect day spent with Anna! Easy pick up at the port of Lyttleton and headed out of town to Darfield Bakery. Best meat pies ever! And nice selection of GF baked goods. Highlight was visiting the limestone boulders in Castle Hill with a delicious picnic lunch and tour of site. Quick trip thru Christchurch and back to ship with time to grab a pint at Eruption brewery. More than 5 stars are appropriate for this day!