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Wellington, New Zealand

Overview

Overview

New Zealand s friendly capital city features gaily painted old wooden houses and a red cable car that takes you up to the Wellington Botanic Gardens and a fine view of the harbor. A must-see is the engaging Te Papa Museum. Sample shore excursions: The Best of Wellington s Pubs; Boomrock Escape; Lord of the Rings - on Location.


Australia/New Zealand and South Pacific Cruise - Wellington

Shore Excursions

Shore Excursions


 


A Taste of Wellington: Gourmet Walking Tour



Duration: Approximately 4½ Hours
Price : $$$$

     

Wellington is renowned for its lively restaurant and café scene, as well as for the Arts. This tour will have you experiencing firsthand the very best the city has to offer. From Aotea Wharf, transfer with your guide into the center of town. As well as sampling some delicious foods, you will be meeting many of the owners of these successful businesses. This “behind the scenes” ... more info




Lord of the Rings - On Location



Duration: Approximately 7½ Hours
Price : $$$$

   

The Lord of the Rings tour is a full-day event. It visits all of the major Wellington filming locations used in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, and some secret spots as well. See Rivendell where Frodo recovered from his knife attack, the Auduin River where Aragorn was washed ashore after the attack of the Wargs, the Gardens of Isengard, the site of the Orcs felling the trees, a... more info




Seal Coast Safari



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$$

   

This half-day safari offers a unique view of the rugged beauty of the South Coast where the seal colony is situated. Travel is by 4x4, with much of the driving over unpaved roads and along the beach. In addition, you’ll traverse a large coastal ranch or station, where wild goats and horses may be seen, as well as deer, ostriches and beef cattle, and where you’ll hear tales of the ea... more info




Sights of Wellington Panoramic Drive



Duration: Approximately 2½ Hours
Price : $$

 

New Zealand’s compact and topographically interesting capital city lends itself well to exploring by motor coach. From the pier, you will drive along the coast of sweeping Oriental Bay and up to the summit of Mt. Victoria. From here, the views are magnificent, across the city and Wellington’s busy harbor. Drive along Lambton Quay--the main shopping and business district of the city,... more info




South Coast 4WD Scenic Tour



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$$

 

Within thirty minutes of downtown Wellington lies the South Coast, a ruggedly beautiful coastline that borders Cook Strait and the southernmost point of the North Island. From the pier you will pass though downtown Wellington before climbing through Brooklyn, one of Wellington’s quaint hillside suburbs to Hawkins Hill. From the summit you will have 360-degree pan... more info




The Best of Wellington's Pubs



Duration: Approximately 3½ Hours
Price : $$

 

A great opportunity to meet some of Wellington’s local people exists on this tour of Wellington’s pubs. Many New Zealanders claim that Wellington has the best pubs, so here is your chance to see for yourself. You will visit some of the capital’s most popular watering-holes, where locals meet their mates (friends), to shout (buy) a round of drinks, and set the world straight. T... more info




Wellington Harbour & the Storm Coast



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$

   

Take this opportunity to see more of Wellington’s beautiful harbor--one of the finest natural harbors in all the world. This spectacular drive takes you all the way around to Pencarrow Station at the harbor’s easternmost point. Depart Wellington and follow the coastline to Petone. This foreshore saw the historic landing of the first settlers in Wellington. From Petone, the scenic co... more info




Wellington Heritage Walk



Duration: Approximately 2 - 2½ Hours
Price : $$

 

A walk through Wellington is a delightful up hill and down dale adventure! The older part of the city is not unlike San Francisco in appearance--it has a rich collection of heritage buildings of national importance and is set on many hills. On this engaging wander through some of Wellington’s quaintest streets, you will experience the essential character and soul of the city. At the pier,... more info




Wellington Private Touring - Full Day (Car)



Duration: Approximately 8 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person. See additional NOTES below.
Price : $$$$

 

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexib... more info




Wellington Private Touring - Full Day (Minivan)



Duration: Approximately 8 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person. See additional NOTES below.
Price : $$$$

 

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexib... more info




Wellington Private Touring - Half Day (Car)



Duration: Approximately 4 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person. See additional NOTES below.
Price : $$$$

 

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexib... more info




Wellington Private Touring - Half Day (Minivan)



Duration: Approximately 4 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person. See additional NOTES below.
Price : $$$$

 

Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexib... more info




Wellington Sights



Duration: Approximately 3½ Hours
Price : $$

 

Become acquainted with the essential sights of the world’s southernmost capital city aboard a comfortable motor coach. From the pier drive along charming Oriental Bay to Mt. Victoria, for sweeping views encompassing the city and harbor. Nearby is a memorial to Admiral Byrd, the famous Antarctic explorer. Next, drive through the center of Wellington’s main business and shopping distr... more info





Weather

Weather

Temperatures shown are Fahrenheit
Month Temp Avg Temp High Temp Low Rainfall
Jan 61.8 68.5 55.5 3.2
Feb 61.8 68.5 55.5 3.2
Mar 59.8 66.3 53.4 3.2
Apr 56.3 62.3 50.4 3.8
May 52.2 57.7 46.6 4.6
Jun 49.1 54.7 43.7 4.6
Jul 47.3 53.0 42.0 5.4
Aug 48.3 53.7 42.7 4.6
Sep 51.0 56.5 45.4 3.8
Oct 53.5 59.5 47.5 4.0
Nov 56.2 62.6 49.8 3.5
Dec 59.7 66.3 53.3 3.5

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