1 review
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Product code: 2950P72
Overview
Experience the grand architecture, beautiful gardens and scenic view points on a half-day city tour of Christchurch.Wander the Monavale Gardens with pretty ponds and water features, drive through the city center - once a place of historic buildings and architecture - now heavily destroyed and badly damaged by the 2011 Earthquake. See for yourself the both destruction of the central city and the rebuild that is taking place.You will visit both botanical gardens in the central city and the seaside suburb of Sumner. Travel to the Sign of the Takahe to admire the spectacular views over the Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps.Should you be on the morning tour we can drop you outside the Museum / Botanical Gardens in central Christchurch at the end of the tour and at your leisure you can catch the return shuttle to your cruise ship in Lyttelton HarbourHighlightsCentral Christchurch including the badly earthquake damaged city centre with full commentary on the impact of the earthquakes and the rebuild that is in progress • Christchurch Botanical Gardens, • Mona Vale House and Gardens • Sign of the Takahe with magnificent view over the entire city from the coastline to the mountains • Port Hills and Lyttelton Harbour • Sumner Beach and township • Stops for photo opportunities at all the key destinationsThis sightseeing option of Christchurch is designed for cruise ship passengers.Departs Lyttelton at 8.45am and 12.30pm returning to Lyttelton at 1.15pm or by 4.30pm, this will ensure you arrive at the cruise ship before departure.
Supplier Name
Leisure Tours
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Wheelchair accessible,At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time,Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark,Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately,Stroller accessible,Service animals allowed,Near public transportation,Infants must sit on laps,Infant seats available,Transportation is wheelchair accessible,Most travelers can participate,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers,Follow the safety guidelines as issued by the New Zealand Government and maintain good hygiene and social distancing measures. Do not travel if you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms. If the city in which you are departing from is in alert level two, then please wear a facemask for all transport.
Inclusions:
Port pickup and drop-off,Driver/guide,Air-conditioned vehicle,Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Exclusions:
Food and drinks,Gratuities
Traveler Reviews
The trip started off on the wrong foot. The guide was 45 minutes late. There was confusion about the meeting location. The tour itself was nice and we did enjoy what we saw. Unfortunately, when someone asked the guide a question, he didn’t hear the person. We were seated right behind him, on the bus, and he didn’t hear my husband ask questions. Then when it was time to end the tour, the guide thought we were on an all day tour. We told him that the tour was 3 1/2 hours and he needed to take us back to the ship. After much discussion, he left most of the visitors off and told them he’d be back, and took four of us back to our ships.
All in all, the Guide was not organized and there was a lot of confusion. I will have second thoughts about referring this excursion to anyone.
Reviewed by: Carolyn M, 01/17/2020 12:00:00 AM
The trip started off on the wrong foot. The guide was 45 minutes late. There was confusion about the meeting location. The tour itself was nice and we did enjoy what we saw. Unfortunately, when someone asked the guide a question, he didn’t hear the person. We were seated right behind him, on the bus, and he didn’t hear my husband ask questions. Then when it was time to end the tour, the guide thought we were on an all day tour. We told him that the tour was 3 1/2 hours and he needed to take us back to the ship. After much discussion, he left most of the visitors off and told them he’d be back, and took four of us back to our ships.
All in all, the Guide was not organized and there was a lot of confusion. I will have second thoughts about referring this excursion to anyone.
Reviewed by: Carolyn H M, 01/17/2020 12:00:00 AM