Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City and Giants House Tour

Itinerary
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Pass By: Akaroa Village Inn, 81 Beach Rd, Akaroa 7520, New Zealand

First you will be collected at the park at the end of Akaroa Wharf (opposite the Akaroa Village Inn) at 10.30am and driven through the village of Akaroa and the Banks Peninsula with stunning views of rolling hills, lakes and coastlines before arriving in Christchurch.

Pass By: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch-Akaroa Road, Christchurch 75810 New Zealand

Travel from Akaroa to Christchurch via the Akaroa Highway, with great views of the Banks Peninsula, Lake Forsyth & Lake Ellesmere.

Stop At: Christchurch Cathedral, Cathedral Square, Christchurch New Zealand

After a some time at the Botanic Gardens, your driver will take you for a sightseeing tour of the central city and highlight the Earthquake damage of 2011. After which, stop for a 45 minute lunch break (own expense) in the city.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Sign of the Takahe, 200 Hackthorne Rd, Cashmere, Christchurch 8022, New Zealand

After departing the city, head to the Sign of the Takahe in the Port Hills for some magnificent views of Christchurch and the Canterbury Plains. On a clear day, you'll be able to see the incredible Southern Alps and the Kaikoura Mountain Ranges.

Stop At: Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Rolleston Ave, Christchurch New Zealand

After boarding our coaches from the Akaroa Port, we'll take you through to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens & Christchurch Museum via the scenic Banks Peninsula. Explore on your own for 30 minutes.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Giants House, 70 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa 7520 New Zealand

Make your way back to Akaroa Township and make a stop at the Giant’s House, with its beautiful gardens and mosaic sculptures, where a guided tour has been arranged for your enjoyment. Finally, your coach can take you back to the wharf or alternatively you can continue exploring on foot.

Duration: 1 hour