Canterbury Winery tour from Christchurch
Enjoy a helicopter flight to one of our region’s world-renowned wineries to enjoy beautiful food and award-winning wines in the magnificent locations of North Canterbury
With 2 wineries to choose from
BLACK ESTATE is a flavorsome experience from start to finish. Consisting of 3 North Canterbury organic wineries and restaurant, that prides itself in delivering delicious organic and spray free cuisine.
GREYSTONE WINERY is a 100% certified organic with BioGro. True fine wines are temporal, each vintage a fleeting snapshot of a place in time. Includes four courses with five paired wine tasting
Your helicopter experience will take in wonderful views of the Christchurch and Canterbury.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Located on New Zealand's South Island, Kaikoura is a seaside town. It is well-known for having a large number of animals and sperm whales. During the full day tour, which includes return transportation, you will travel from Christchurch through the pastoral and rural landscapes of North Canterbury to Kaikoura. In the deep waters off the coast of Kaikoura, you can get up close and personal with albatrosses, whales, seals, and dolphins from your catamaran boat.
Lowest Price
Professional Driver
Air Conditioned and Clean Car
Our 5 stars Google Ratings and Registered Company
Duration: 11 hours
- Free cancellation
8 Day Southern Crossing Small Group Tour
Spectacular scenery and lots of opportunity for adventure, this 8 day South Island adventure starts and finishes in the diverse city of Christchurch. Turquoise lakes, majestic glaciers, dramatic mountain peaks and the picture-perfect towns of Queenstown, Wanaka and Franz Josef are all a part of this epic road trip. With accommodation and some activities included (see below), our all-inclusive tours are hassle-free, authentic experiences for those short on time.
Duration: 8 days
- Likely to sell out
8hr Sea Kayak Tour Lyttelton/Christchurch Lunch, guide, transport
Embark on an unforgettable sea kayaking adventure in the stunning Lyttelton Harbour, where breathtaking coastal scenery and rich maritime history await you.
Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or trying it out for the first time, this small group (Max 8 people) tour promises a unique experience filled with exploration and stunning landscapes. Your journey will take you to Quail Island, a historical gem steeped in fascinating stories, where you can pause to soak in the beauty of secluded beaches and engage in leisurely activities. Join us for a day of adventure, relaxation, and connection with nature, leaving you with memories to cherish forever!
This tour includes transport from Christchurch, lunch, kayak hire and a local guide.
Duration: 1 day
- Free cancellation
Christchurch To Hanmer Springs Hot Pool (Including Ticket)
After pickup from your central Christchurch hotel, relax on a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Hanmer Springs, a peaceful alpine village surrounded by mountains.
Begin your day by exploring the beautiful alpine village of Hanmer Springs and enjoying the relaxing atmosphere of this picturesque destination. Then unwind at the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa. Enjoy a provided lunch at the on-site café before soaking in natural hot pools fed by underground springs. These mineral-rich waters are known for their relaxing and therapeutic properties.
Surrounded by towering redwoods, the pools offer a range of temperatures, waterfalls, and soothing massage jets. Take your time to relax and enjoy the peaceful alpine surroundings.
After your soak, take time to explore the village browse boutique shops, stroll the tree-lined streets, or simply admire the stunning mountain scenery. End the day with a comfortable return to Christchurch, refreshed and recharged.
Duration: 6–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Christchurch to Aoraki Mount Cook helicopter tour
Fly from Christchurch to view the highest mountain in New Zealand, Aoraki Mount Cook—the training ground of Sir Edmund Hillary.
Viewing the Canterbury plains, lakes, Tasman Glacier, and the spectacular ice falls of the many smaller glaciers in the region.
Experience the New Zealand Southern Alps on board a luxury helicopter.
Alpine landing, seasonal snow if the weather allows.
Fly home through Lord of the Rings country and see the spectacular film site used in the trilogy.
Returning to Christchurch after 3 hours to continue your further travels.'
Great photo opportunities throughout your flight.
Pilot commentary throughout your flight.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
Caving Adventure with Optional Castle Hill Rocks Tour
This adventure lets you experience one of New Zealand’s most accessible underground rivers as well as the dramatic limestone landscape of Castle Hill—available in several flexible tour options.
At Cave Stream, your guide leads you through a 594-metre limestone passage shaped by crystal-clear water, small waterfalls, and winding chambers, finishing with a fun 5-metre ladder climb. It’s a memorable, family-friendly caving experience that requires no previous skills.
Options that include Castle Hill/Kura Tāwhiti offer the chance to wander an incredible labyrinth of giant limestone boulders, an area rich in cultural history and famous for climbing and film locations. Try some easy bouldering or simply enjoy the scenery.
(Lunch is provided only in the options that include it.)
Whether you choose caving only, add Castle Hill, or join the full day with transport, you’ll experience one of the South Island’s most unique alpine environments.
Duration: 1 day
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch
Discover the charm of Akaroa, a beautiful seaside town known for its French heritage and stunning natural landscapes. Enjoy dolphin watching experiences featuring the rare Hector's Dolphins while soaking in breathtaking views of Lyttelton Harbour. Experience the local café culture in Little River and delight in culinary adventures tailored to all dietary preferences. This intimate tour provides you with comfortable private transport and expert guidance, ensuring a memorable journey through the scenic Canterbury region.
- Dolphin watching experience featuring rare Hector's Dolphins
- Explore Lyttelton Harbour and Little River's charming cafés
- Private transport with a professional driver for a personalized experience
- Tour duration: Full day, starting from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Duration: 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch & Lyttelton
Enjoy the beautiful views and scenery on the way by passing through Governor’s Bay, Gebbies Pass, Lake Ellesmere (Te Waihora), and Little River. Spend your full day that includes return transportation. Look for bird life, including Hector’s dolphins, the world’s smallest oceanic dolphin, New Zealand fur seals, blue penguins, yellow-eyed penguins and other wildlife during the Akaroa Nature Cruise and get great views of the volcanic cliffs and remote sea caves (Akaroa Nature Cruise not included in this tour.)
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch Return
Christchurch to Akaroa: A Scenic Escape
Journey from Christchurch to Akaroa through breathtaking landscapes, rolling hills, and stunning coastal views. Explore Akaroa’s French charm, vibrant cafés, and boutique shops, or take an optional wildlife cruise to see rare Hector’s dolphins, seals, and penguins. Visit the famous Giant’s House with its magical mosaics or taste handcrafted cheese at Barrys Bay Cheese. Whether you’re after adventure or relaxation, this tour offers the perfect getaway. Book now for an unforgettable experience!
Duration: 7–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
(MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch
Join our top-rated Mount Cook Group Day Tour from Christchurch and experience one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking alpine journeys. This full-day tour is perfect for travelers who want to explore Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, Lake Tekapo, and Lake Pukaki without the hassle of planning or self-driving. Our professional driver-guide ensures a smooth and informative ride through the Canterbury Plains, with photo stops and local insights along the way.
What makes this tour unique? We start the day with a comfort break in Geraldine, a charming rural town with artisan food stores and crafts. From November to March, we visit the stunning NZ Alpine Lavender Farm, where you can enjoy fresh lavender ice cream, browse locally made lavender products, and take beautiful photos in vibrant purple fields. At Mount Cook, enjoy up to 1.5 hours of free time—hike to the Tasman Glacier view, relax at The Hermitage Hotel, or take an optional scenic flight over the Southern Alps.
Duration: 13 hours
- Free cancellation
City Highlights by Tesla - 3hrs
The exclusive use of the Tesla model Y means you can have any number of people between 1 and 4 in your party, and the driver/guide are all yours for the duration of the tour! There's no waiting around for others to get on and off a bus and we go places that are difficult for larger vehicles to negotiate.
If you have a particular passion or interest, we'll try our best to accommodate that during our tour. Flexibility is just one of our strengths. On our tour of the highlights of Christchurch, you'll see so much more, including some of the quirkier things, like the 'living' street art, labyrinth narrow alleys opening into hidden courtyards and historic buildings concealing modern secrets. We've been involved in domestic and international tourism for more than 30 years, serving guests from all walks of life. We know what it takes to look after our guests and make the most of the time you have available.
Duration: 3 hours
- Private tour
(MT) Mount Cook Day Tour From Christchurch
Explore the heart of New Zealand’s alpine paradise with our Mount Cook Group Day Tour from Christchurch—a full-day escape into stunning mountain and lake landscapes. Travel in comfort with like-minded travelers and a knowledgeable guide who shares the hidden stories and natural beauty of the region, from the lush Canterbury Plains to the mighty peaks of Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park.
Unlike other standard tours, ours includes a curated stop at NZ Alpine Lavender Farm (seasonal: Nov–Mar), where you can shop organic lavender products, take memorable photos, and taste award-winning ice cream in one of the most colorful spots on the journey. We also visit Geraldine, a peaceful village with great local snacks and souvenirs—perfect for a morning refresh.
Duration: 13 hours
- Free cancellation
Waipara Wine Trail Tour From Christchurch
Waipara Springs is a unique and iconic family owned and operated award winning boutique winery and cafe. With 29 years' experience in hospitality, we have a wonderful story to share as one of the original wineries and cafes, within the iconic Waipara Valley. Awarded an Excellence rating, Open Tuesday to Sunday, we provide all our guests a relaxing, picturesque and friendly experience.
Duration: 1–6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
The Grape Vine
New Zealand, and North Canterbury in particular, produces some of the most sought after wine in the world. So take a helicopter flight and drop in at a winery of your choice, at an additional cost you can enjoy a delicious lunch and sample a selection of fine wines before returning back to base.
Our pilots will personalise this experience for you by sharing their local knowledge and insights of our big backyard as you fly over remarkable sights and landmarks, including; Horse Power, Brew moon, Glenmark Rugby Club and Secluded Sandy Beaches.
We have plenty to share with you and can’t wait for you to experience it.
Duration: 2–4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Southern Alps Scenic
Discover the picturesque Southern Alps, one of New Zealand's most iconic land features. Fly over the immense checkerboard of the Canterbury Plains, across the tresses of the braided Waimakiriri River and to the sheer sides of a steep gorge to touch down at Chest Peak. Sitting at just under 6,500ft, the peak dwarfs most other mountains in the region.
Take in breathtaking, 360 degree vistas stretching from as far as the eye can see, including the Blockbuster backdrops of Castle Hill, the Lees Valley, Flock Hill Station and beyond. All our pilots proudly call Canterbury home and will share their wealth of knowledge and personal anecdotes as you fly near their much-loved and noteworthy spots.
Please note we are unable to guarantee snow at any time particularly during Summer months (November – February).
Please note this flight does not include glaciers, however if glaciers are what you are interested in please see our 'Rakaia Glaciers' or 'World in a day' experiences!
Duration: 1 hr 15 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kaikoura Day Tour From Christchurch
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Christchurch to Kaikōura, renowned as New Zealand's premier marine wildlife haven. This tour offers a unique blend of breathtaking coastal scenery, abundant marine life, and rich cultural experiences. Travelers can expect to witness majestic whales, playful dolphins, and colonies of fur seals in their natural habitat. The journey along the Pacific coastline provides stunning views of rugged cliffs and the expansive ocean. In Kaikōura, indulge in the freshest seafood, including the town's famous crayfish. Optional activities such as scenic flights or cultural tours with local Māori guides add depth to this enriching experience. This tour uniquely combines natural beauty, wildlife encounters, and cultural insights, making it a must-do for any traveler seeking an authentic New Zealand adventure.
Duration: 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
8 Day Southern Secrets Small Group Tour
Turquoise lakes, majestic glaciers, dramatic mountain peaks and the picture-perfect towns of Queenstown, Wanaka and Franz Josef. With accommodation and some activities included (see below), our all-inclusive tours are hassle-free, authentic experiences for those short on time. This 10 day South Island tour is the ultimate South Island roadie visiting Kaikoura, Christchurch, Tekapo and back across to Christchurch via the famous Arthur’s Pass.
Duration: 8 days
Christchurch Sheep Farm Visit
Visit a working sheep farms set in a tranquil and picturesque location in the heart of Canterbury's sheep farm land on this tour. On your return from the sheep farm visit , you can also choose to either upgrade to include a visit to a local winery where you can enjoy tasting various vintages.
Duration: 3 hours
- Likely to sell out
Full-Day Private Tour Mt.Cook from Christchurch
If you want to see the most beautiful nature in a day, this tour is the right choice.
This tour is a day tour as private and will be fun with our expert tour guide.
You can customize this tour a bit and you can deal with our guide.
Duration: 11–12 hours
- Private tour
Christchurch to Mt Cook via Tekapo (1 way) (Small Group)
At 3724 metres, Aoraki Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest peak. As a sacred ancestor for local Ngā Tahu iwi, Aoraki is more than just a mountain. He and his brothers’ story is arguably one of the South Island’s most important Māori legends, speaking to the dramatic formation of Kā Tiritiri o te Moana (Southern Alps) which have since become home to one of Aotearoa’s most beautiful National Parks.
So why not join us as we travel south to experience the best of what the South Island has to offer. Escaping the hustle and bustle of Ōtautahi Christchurch, this 1 way trip adventures via the Canterbury plains, State Highway 79, the world famous Fairlie Bakehouse, Lake Tekapo, and Lake Pukaki before arriving in Aoraki Mt Cook Village. You will be driven in comfort by our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that bit easier. Led by our fun, knowledgeable, and passionate tour guides, this journey is one you will never forget!
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
Discover Christchurch Hidden Gems Twilight Food and Culture Tour
Our tours are about sharing our ancestors cultural stories, and the narrative of the diverse people which now call Ōtautahi Christchurch home. We do this this through meandering through our less known areas sharing gems hidden in plain sight.
It’s about getting out and about and walking to your destinations and discovering our Māori and settler heritage and connecting you with the exquisite hard to find local establishments with unique stories to share
You will arrive as strangers and leave as friends.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
Akaroa Full Day Private Tour From Christchurch
Book an unforgettable day trip to Akaroa! Departing from Lyttelton Port, you'll enjoy stunning coastal views, including a stop at Sumner Beach before arriving in the charming, French-inspired town of Akaroa.
Explore its historic streets, enjoy local cuisine, and discover unique attractions like the Giant's House or a harbor cruise to see rare Hector's dolphins.
With expert guides and a relaxed pace, Kiwi Horizons ensures a memorable experience that combines natural beauty, culture, and adventure. Don’t miss this amazing day out!
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Christchurch Airport (CHC) Private Transfer to Christchurch
Reliable and convenient transportation to and from the Pickup location. Our professional drivers ensure a smooth journey, providing a stress-free experience for travelers. On-time pickups and drop-offs, comfortable vehicles, and excellent customer service make our airport transfer service the perfect choice for your travel needs. Available 24/7.
- 24/7 customer service provides escort for your travel.
- Air conditioned vehicle provides you with a suitable temperature in your journey.
- Professional drivers will take you to your destination directly while avoiding traffic jams.
- Customized services bring you more unique experiences.
Duration: 20 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour