Christchurch: all 7 tours and excursions for your cruise

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Overland experience: spectacular mount cook

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Indulge your senses with the stunning natural splendour at the 'top' of New Zealand during this unforgettable overnight excursion to majestic Mount Cook and its surrounds. Spectacular Mount Cook - The 'Top' of New ZealandDuration: 2 Days/1 NightDeparts from: LyttletonRe-join ship: Port Chalmers (Dunedin)Reserve by: At least 90 days prior to sailing IMPORTANT NOTEThis Overland Experience is a small group luxury tour, providing bespoke cultural and sightseeing experiences. We...

Waipara valley wine outing

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Waipara. Just over an hour’s drive north of Christchurch, the region’s name means “muddy water.” But don’t be fooled; this trending wine valley in North Canterbury is not muddy. And it’s definitely not about water. While young in wine years, having been established in just 1978, its renown – and its grape plantings – have grown by leaps and bounds. Today more than 75 vineyards thrive here, encompassing over 1,200 hectares of lovingly cultivated...

Christchurch gondola & punting on the avon

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Discover the wonderful sights of Christchurch via land and water during this fun-filled punting experience. Your excursion features a scenic and relaxing punt boat-ride along the Avon River, stroll to Rolleston Avenue, as well as the spectacular panorama aboard the Christchurch Gondola.Lyttelton, Gondola-Ride, Port Hills, Mount CavendishDepart the pier for a short transfer to the gondola base. After receiving your safety instructions, board your gondola (cable car) for a scenic and exhilarating ride...

Canterbury sheep farm

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Discover the highlights of Canterbury and Christchurch during this scenic and relaxing, half-day excursion through the city and countryside. Lyttelton City and Harbour, Governors Bay, Gebbies Pass, Manderley FarmDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to the Manderley Farm. En route, ride around Lyttelton Harbour, an extinct volcano, then on to idyllic Governors Bay. From here, cross Gebbies Pass to the Manderley Farm, located near Little River. Manderley Farm, Sheepdog...

Lyttelton discovery cruise

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Discover the exquisite natural beauty and storied past of Lyttelton Harbour during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion via catamaran.Lyttelton Harbour, Catamaran Cruise, Dolphins, SeabirdsDepart the pier aboard a catamaran for a scenic, approximately two-hour discovery cruise along Lyttelton Harbour, an extinct volcanic crater and the gateway to Antarctica. Full commentary is provided by your skipper/guide, who takes you up-close to the water in search of one of the world's rarest and...

Custom experiences

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Explore Christchurch at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights. Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier. Note Please note: This tour is non-refundable. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited...

High country explorer

  • Cruise line: Silversea
Embrace your spirit of adventure during this exhilarating, full-day excursion into the high country of the Southern Alps via coach, jet-boat and 4x4 vehicle. Lyttelton, Canterbury Plains, Waimakariri River, Southern AlpsDepart the pier with your driver-guide for the scenic, approximately two-hour drive to the Rubicon Station. En route, watch the landscape change as you travel across the Canterbury Plains and Waimakariri River to the foothills of the majestic Southern Alps. Rubicon Station, 4X4 Ride,...