Shore Excursion: Full-Day Ships Shore Excursions from Dunedin | 8 hours

68 Reviews | Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula
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Taieri Gorge Railway
2 Adults x $92.79
$185.58
Approx Total
$185.58
Full day tour from Port Chalmers. An amazing four hour return journey to Pukerangi, where you see at lot of New Zealand's Hinterland. City Sights follows
Pickup included
Lanach Castle and Olveston
2 Adults x $74.83
$149.66
Approx Total
$149.66
A full day bus tour from Port Chalmers inclusive of 90 minutes at Larnach Castle and the spectacular drive each way, as well as a guided tour through Olveston House and a pass to Dunedins City Hopper.
Pickup included
Lanach Castle and Speights
2 Adults x $77.82
$155.64
Approx Total
$155.64
A full day bus tour from Port Chalmers inclusive of 90 minutes at the historic Larnach Castle and the spectacular drive each way, as well as a guided tour through Speights Brewery. Full commentary.
Pickup included
City Hopper and Speights
2 Adults x $47.29
$94.58
Approx Total
$94.58
A flexible option from Port Chalmers offering a Hop On Hop Off route around Dunedin's best sights in our City Hopper and a Speights Brewery tour where you get the thirsty history of beer in Otago.
Pickup included
Taieri Railway & Lanach Castle
2 Adults x $122.72
$245.44
Approx Total
$245.44
Full day tour from Port Chalmers. A four hour return journey to Pukerangi with a guided tour of the historic Lanach Castle in Dunedin.
Pickup included
City Hopper and Olveston
2 Adults x $41.91
$83.82
Approx Total
$83.82
A flexible option from Port Chalmers offering a Hop On Hop Off route around Dunedin's best sights in our City Hopper and a guided tour through the historic Olveston House.
Pickup included
Larnach Castle and City Sights
2 Adults x $59.26
$118.52
Approx Total
$118.52
A flexible option from Port Chalmers inclusive of 90 minutes at the historic Larnach Castle and the spectacular drive each way. Full commentary. Use the City Hop On Hop Off bus at your convenience.
Pickup included
City Hopper
2 Adults x $29.33
$58.66
Approx Total
$58.66
A flexible option from Port Chalmers offering a Hop On Hop Off route around key Dunedin points of interest, attractions and shops/cafes/restaurants. Free time can be scheduled in to your day also.
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Activity of choice chosen at check-out
  • Pickup and drop off at Port Chalmers
  • Full commentary
  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses

Overview

Dunedin offers some fantastic tours to explore and experience while you visit on your Cruise Ship. Headfirst Travel will be there for them all with a variety of options to suit nearly everyone. Choose Headfirst Travel for your Dunedin Cruise Tour. Whether it be a City Hop On Hop Off tour, Larnach Castle, the Taieri Gorge Railway, Speights Brewery or just a meander around town we have the tour for you. The tour starts and ends at Port Chalmer and includes the ticket admission for special attractions as well as commentary on the bus.

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Dunedin offers some fantastic tours to explore and experience while you visit on your Cruise Ship. Headfirst Travel will be there for them all with a variety of options to suit nearly everyone. Choose Headfirst Travel for your Dunedin Cruise Tour. Whether it be a City Hop On Hop Off tour, ... Larnach Castle, the Taieri Gorge Railway, Speights Brewery or just a meander around town we have the tour for you. Most options start and finish at Port Chalmers (return transfers from Port to Dunedin centre included) Make the most of your time at Dunedin with one of these customizable Dunedin shore excursions. Get your bearings at your own pace with a Hop-on, Hop-off bus tour, or choose between outings to Larnach Castle and Gardens and the magnificent Taieri Gorge Railway. If desired, the shore excursions can be combined with some of Dunedin’s top sites, including Speight’s Brewery, City Walk or the Olveston Historic Home. All shore excursions include pickup and drop-off at Port Chalmers. Our times work in with all arrivals to Port Chalmers and we ask passengers to meet at the Private Tours Sign on the Port Chalmers wharf no less than 15 minutes prior to your departure time. Departure times may also vary for each Ship but we are fully conversant of these restraints and will always have you back in plenty of time. We haven't lost anyone yet! Your driver-guide will give you directions and confirm pickup times. General departure from Port Chalmers is 8.45am, returning by 3.45pm. However, we may often have later departures from Port Chalmers subject to each ship's arrival time and activity for the day. Read more ▼

Itinerary

  • Larnach Castle & Gardens

    Larnach Castle (if chosen) Scenic Route to the Castle includes a photostop. Once at the Castle your guide will take you on a journey back in time retracing the establishment of the Castle and the incredibly turbulent life and times of William Larnach. Watch out for the ghosts....! Approximately 45 minutes of you own time follows which allows you to explore further the Castle including the spectacular gardens or maybe adjourn to the Ball Room for a high tea and scones! Or coffee! Map and information is made available at Larnach Castle, and translated into some languages - please check with your driver.

    2 hours

  • Taieri Gorge Railway

    4 hour Taieri Gorge Railway excursion to Pukerangi (if chosen)

    4 hours

  • Speight’s Brewery

    90 minute Speights Brewery Tour near the centre of Dunedin (if chosen)

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • Dunedin Botanic Garden

    Great value with informed driver-guides offering the flexibility and convenience of seeing the City Highlights. Photo-stops, commentary and plenty of 'freedom' time inclusive of this option. 60 minute Olveston House Tour (if chosen) plus free time to enjoy the gardens

    1 hour

  • Baldwin Street: The Steepest Street in the World

    At least three key photostops are offered with the chance for you to get off the bus as we explore Dunedin. We visit Baldwin Street, the Railway Station and have many other stops.

    20 minutes

  • N/A

    Great value with informed driver-guides offering the flexibility and convenience of seeing the City Highlights and the majestic Larnach Castle on the Otago Peninsula. Photo-stops, commentary and plenty of 'freedom' time inclusive of this option.

    1 hour

  • University of Otago

    Free time to wander in the Octagon / Dunedin City centre

    5 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Headfirst Travel has a dedicated cruise coordinator at your disposal to help your day and assist with any queries you might have

Free Cancellation

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  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

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68 reviews

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