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Christchurch City Highlights Half Day Tour

17 Reviews 4.35 out of 5 stars Based on 17 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Christchurch, New Zealand
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On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.
4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

You can see the best highlights of Christchurch in one day with great, exciting stories.
We will take you to the “MUST SEE” attractions, landscapes, beautiful gardens, sights of Christchurch, and great stories.
We will take you to places you won’t find in the guidebooks!

What's Included

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Lunch
  • Tip
  • Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
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Meeting and Pickup

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Cashel Street
Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Cashmere Hill Lookout

Cashmere is a suburb which rises above the southern end of the city of Christchurch in New Zealand's South Island. You can see the city of Christchurch at a glance with a panoramic view. You can also see the Southern Alps on clear day
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35 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sumner Beach (Cave Rock)

Sumner Beach is a popular seaside spot. Cave Rock (Tuawera): A prominent volcanic rock formation on the beach where you can walk through a natural cave at low tide or climb up for coastal views.Surfing & Water Sports: Well-known for its gentle waves, making it an ideal location for beginner surfers and paddleboarders.Promenade & Village: Features a scenic beachfront path leading toward Scarborough Beach, lined with local cafes, bars, and fish-and-chip shops.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Cardboard Cathedral

The Cardboard Cathedral, formally called the Transitional Cathedral, in Christchurch, New Zealand, is the transitional pro-cathedral of the Anglican Diocese of Christchurch, replacing ChristChurch Cathedral, which was significantly damaged in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake. The Cardboard Cathedral was designed by the Japanese architect Shigeru Ban and opened in August 2013. It is located on the site of the former St John the Baptist Church on the corner of Hereford and Madras Streets in Latimer Square, several blocks from the permanent location of ChristChurch Cathedral.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Christchurch, coined the Garden City, is an Anglophile settlement of well-tended gardens and tree-lined streets. Its crowning jewel is the 52-acre (21-hectare) Christchurch Botanic Gardens, attractively set within Hagley Park alongside the winding Avon River, The gardens are planted with thousands of exotic and indigenous plants and trees including seasonal blooms such as magnolias, azaleas, and 250 varieties of roses.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

New Regent Street

New Regent Street is a pedestrianized historic precinct in central Christchurch, widely celebrated as New Zealand’s only complete heritage streetscape.Spanish Mission Architecture: Opened in 1932, the street features a uniform row of charming, two-story pastel buildings designed in the Spanish Mission style, complete with symmetrical arches, wrought-iron balconies, and prominent parapets.Heritage Status: It is protected as a Category 1 Historic Area. Despite sustaining damage during the 2011 earthquakes, the entire streetscape was meticulously restored and strengthened.Dining and Culture: Today, the pedestrian mall is a vibrant hub lined with outdoor dining spots, cafes, bars, boutique shops, and restaurants.Historic Tramway: The Christchurch heritage tram line runs right down the middle of the paved street, adding to its distinctive old-world atmosphere.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Christchurch City Highlights Half Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Christchurch City Highlights Half Day Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax).
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Fuel surcharge.
  • Parking Fees.
  • Knowledgeable tour guide who will tell you hidden story of Christchurch.
  • Guide/Driver.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Tip.
  • Willowbank Wildlife Reserve.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 3..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Christchurch City Highlights Half Day Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Christchurch City Highlights Half Day Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking Fees
  • Knowledgeable tour guide who will tell you hidden story of Christchurch
  • Guide/Driver
  • Lunch
  • Tip
  • Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers

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