Wellington Shore Excursion City Sightseeing Tour

In Wellington

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Wellington Shore Excursion City Sightseeing Tour
Take in the sights of Wellington while your cruise ship is in port, and discover one of the world’s most charming capital cities. See where New Zealand’s political leaders rule the country, and visit Parliament Buildings, Premier House and other architectural landmarks. Take in views of Wellington from above on a visit to the summit of Mt Victoria, and have the option to take a ride on Wellington’s iconic cable car. A sightseeing tour of Wellington would not be complete without visiting Wellington's Botanical Gardens and the famous Lady Norwood Rose Gardens.

What's included

  • Local guide
  • AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
  • Port pickup and drop-off

What's not included

  • Food and drinks
  • GRATUITIES

Itinerary

  1. The tour proceeds up Mt Victoria where a stop from a viewing platform will provide you with speculator views of the harbour and city. (10 min)
  2. Locally known as The Beehive
  3. drive to Lyall Bay beach, pass Wellington airport and see some of the rugged coast line. On a clear day you may see some spectacular views of the South Island. We pass Barrett’s Reef, where on 10 April 1968 the roll on/roll off ferry Wahine hit the reef and capsized near Seatoun (just a short distance from the shoreline) during a hurricane resulting in 52 lives being lost.
  4. iconic Wellington cable car (which first carried passengers in 1902). After you have travelled to the top in the cable car and visited the quaint museum at that end, you will have more breath-taking panoramic views of the harbour and city. (30 min) Admission included
  5. Then we drive pass the lovely Botanic Gardens and drive through the Lady Norwood Rose Garden,
  6. The takes in the historic Premier House home of New Zealand's Prime Minster

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Departure Point: Wellington Cruise Port Dates: Daily Return point: Returns to original departure point
End point
Departure Point: Wellington Cruise Port Dates: Daily Return point: Returns to original departure point

Practical information

Operated by
Leisure Tours
Max group size
30 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–9
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Important notes

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: 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
  • Full meeting instructions will be advised after booking received

Frequently asked questions

This tour lasts approximately 3 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.

The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.

Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.