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Spectacular Wellington: Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour

Offered by uTours Wellington

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$420.00 per person

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Booking handled by our partner, Viator

Pickup Available Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Private full-day Wellington tour with hotel pick-up, flexible itinerary, local guides, and stops such as Mt Victoria, Te Kopahou Reserve or Weta Cave.

Tour Overview

This private full day Wellington tour is shaped around you, with pick up and drop off included and a flexible plan that can shift to suit your interests. Guided by owner operators Jo and Suzee, it offers a local perspective on the city, its scenery and daily life, with time to relax in environmentally friendly vehicles and enjoy local treats from the cooler.

You might take in 360 degree views across the city and harbour, with the option of Mt Victoria as an alternative lookout point. On the south coast, there are wild beaches, views toward the South Island when the weather is clear, and a stop at the Te Kopahou Reserve Visitor Centre. Dolphins are sometimes seen here.

Other highlights can include the iconic Wellington Cable Car, with time to see the views, the Cable Car Museum and the Victorian perfumery, without needing to queue for tickets. In Miramar, the Weta Cave brings together characters, props and displays from well known films. If you want a more in depth Weta workshop tour, this needs to be booked in advance and costs extra.

The day can also include Thorndon, Parliament Buildings, Old St Paul’s Cathedral and the Botanic Gardens, where you can visit the Begonia Hothouse and walk among 150 year old exotic and native trees.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Pick up and drop off at the Port, the airport or your centrally located accommodation.
  • Light refreshments and locally made treats included.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Cable car tickets and entry to Old St Pauls Cathedral.

Not Included:

  • Lunch is at customer cost on the day. We decided to be as flexible as possible to meet your food needs. We will recommend excellent local food options based on when & where hunger strikes.
  • Additional attractions may be available at customer cost on the day.
  • A minimum of two guests is required.

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Wellington Wind Turbine

    Enjoy 360 degree breathtaking views across the city and harbour. We will be flexible to fit your needs eg you may prefer to visit Mt Victoria as an alternative lookout point. We can vary the order and timing of activities to suit your interests.

    1 hour

  2. 2

    Owhiro Bay

    Check out the wild south coast beaches, with good views of the South Island (weather permitting). Visit the Te Kopahou Reserve Visitor Centre. You may even see dolphins.

    1 hour

  3. 3

    Weta Workshop Experiences

    At the Weta Cave, come face to face with characters, props and displays from your favourite movies. Weta's more in-depth workshop tours must be pre-booked and costs are additional. Please ask us for more information.

    45 minutes

  4. 4

    Wellington Cable Car

    Ride the cable car without having to queue for tickets. Check out the views, the cable car museum and the Victorian perfumery.

    1 hour

    Admission: Included

  5. 5

    New Zealand Parliament

    Explore Thorndon, NZ's oldest suburb, Parliament Buildings, Old St Paul's Cathedral and the Botanic Gardens.

    1 hour

  6. 6

    Wellington Botanic Garden

    Smell the roses, check out the Begonia Hothouse & walk among 150 year old exotic & native trees.

    1 hour

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup available

Please select your preferred pickup location when booking through Viator.

Pickup details

Please let us know your preferred pick-up location eg the Port, the Airport or your accommodation. Cruise Ship passengers: Port pick up and drop off is included. We will adjust our timing to meet your ship’s timetable, if needed. Drop off in town, with directions to the shuttle buses, is also available....

Important Information

We will get in touch once you have booked to organise and confirm your specific pick up location & time. Your tour, including your pick up and drop off, is totally customised to suit your timing (the booking system requires a start time, we chose 9.30 as that was frequently chosen). Cruise Ship passengers are picked up directly from the Port and independent travellers are picked up from your centrally located accommodation. If you would like a pick up from somewhere else, please ask as we will usually be able to help. Thank you, Suzee & Jo.

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.