Christchurch: 3.5hr Scenic highlights, Local guide, food included
Overview
Discover the spectacular scenery of Christchurch and Lyttelton on this nature-focused, small-group half-day tour.
Your journey begins at the historic stone building, Sign of the Takahe. Next, marvel at breathtaking views of the Canterbury Plains and Lyttelton Harbour from the Sign of the Bellbird Scenic Reserve. Stroll the Governors Bay Jetty before relaxing over morning or afternoon at Cass Bay.
We'll then visit the historic port township of Lyttelton, where you can explore boutique shops and heritage architecture. At Evans Pass lookout, uncover the port's fascinating links to Antarctic exploration. Your tour concludes at beautiful Sumner Beach, with time to wander the waterfront before enjoying a convenient drop-off at your accommodation or the city centre.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks Morning or afternoon tea is included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English Guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
You will be met by a guide wearing our company's branded uniform in a white branded car or minivan.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Sign of the Takahe
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sign of the Bellbird
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Governors Bay Jetty
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cass Bay
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lyttelton
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sumner Beach (Cave Rock)
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- We can accommodate dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free etc.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Snacks. Morning or afternoon tea is included.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- English Guide.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Christchurch: 3.5hr Scenic highlights, Local guide, food included is as follows:
- We can accommodate dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free etc.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Christchurch: 3.5hr Scenic highlights, Local guide, food included 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 2024Once 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 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- SnacksMorning or afternoon tea is included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English Guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- We can accommodate dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free etc.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
