Akaroa Shore Excursion: Akaroa Harbour and Giants House Local Tour
Overview
Enjoy a local 3 hour guided sightseeing shore excursion of Akaroa exploring the beautiful township, harbour, and this portion of the Banks Peninsula. After being picked up from the Akaroa Wharf, your coach will travel through township and the inner bays of the Akaroa before arriving at a local cheese factory, for tastings, and travelling along the old volcanic crater rim for some magnificent views of the harbour and peninsula. Afterwards, head back into Akaroa for a guided tour of the famous Giants House, with its beautiful gardens and mosaic sculptures. This tour is perfect for those looking for a short tour of the local sights and attractions!
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Entry/Admission - The Giants House
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Akaroa Harbour, Canterbury, New Zealand
Drive through the beautiful Akaroa Harbour and learn some amazing facts about the history of this area of New Zealand before driving along Summit Road with stops along the way for great photos.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hilltop Tavern, 5207 Christchurch Akaroa Road, rd1, Duvauchelle 7591, New Zealand
Visit the Hilltop Tavern, close to the summit of the crater rim, which affords spectacular views and a short time for coffee or tea.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Barrys Bay Cheese, 5807 Christchurch Akaroa Road Barrys Bay, Akaroa 7582 New Zealand
A short stop will be made at the Cheese Factory in Barry’ Bay, at the bottom of the Hilltop, where delicious local cheese can be sampled and purchased.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Giants House, 70 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa 7520 New Zealand
On returning into Akaroa, a stop will be made at the Giant’s House, with its beautiful gardens and mosaic sculptures, where a guided tour has been arranged for your enjoyment. Finally, your coach can take you back to the wharf or alternatively you can continue exploring on foot.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Akaroa Harbour, Canterbury, New Zealand
Drive through the beautiful Akaroa Harbour and learn some amazing facts about the history of this area of New Zealand before driving along Summit Road with stops along the way for great photos.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hilltop Tavern, 5207 Christchurch Akaroa Road, rd1, Duvauchelle 7591, New Zealand
Visit the Hilltop Tavern, close to the summit of the crater rim, which affords spectacular views and a short time for coffee or tea.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Barrys Bay Cheese, 5807 Christchurch Akaroa Road Barrys Bay, Akaroa 7582 New Zealand
A short stop will be made at the Cheese Factory in Barry’ Bay, at the bottom of the Hilltop, where delicious local cheese can be sampled and purchased.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Giants House, 70 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa 7520 New Zealand
On returning into Akaroa, a stop will be made at the Giant’s House, with its beautiful gardens and mosaic sculptures, where a guided tour has been arranged for your enjoyment. Finally, your coach can take you back to the wharf or alternatively you can continue exploring on foot.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please note that activity times and schedules can be slightly amended depending on your cruise ships timetable.
- Follow the safety guidelines as issued by the New Zealand Government and maintain good hygene and social distancing measures. Do not travel if you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms. If the city in which you are departing from is in alert level two, then please wear a facemask for all transport.
- This experience 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
LynW207
March 2020
We were met ashore in Akaroa with a friendly welcome and to our surprise we were upgraded and we got to go to Christchurch as well. We toured the Banks Peninsula absolutely amazing views. In Christchurch we were able to see how much has happened to rebuild the city after the 2009 earthquake, it...
We were met ashore in Akaroa with a friendly welcome and to our surprise we were upgraded and we got to go to Christchurch as well. We toured the Banks Peninsula absolutely amazing views. In Christchurch we were able to see how much has happened to rebuild the city after the 2009 earthquake, it has been a mammoth task and much has happened since we visited in 2014. It is a beautiful city. We then came back to Akaroa and visited The Giants House. If you only do one thing in Akaroa this is a must, the owner has created a home & garden beyond belief. It was amazing. Overall, we thouroughly recommend this tour.MaryB
February 2020
Great interesting tour, but the real shock was the Giants House. Wonderful art and garden interspersed. Witty and colourful. Highly recommend
Great interesting tour, but the real shock was the Giants House. Wonderful art and garden interspersed. Witty and colourful. Highly recommendBelinda_D
February 2020
Scotty was our guide - he was fantastic!!! Modified our tour as the low cloud made the hilltop view obsolete. Took us on a lovely drive along the coastline and gave an absolutely tremendous Maori history lesson!!! The Giants House is awesome and well worth the visit. We had the option of staying ...
Scotty was our guide - he was fantastic!!! Modified our tour as the low cloud made the hilltop view obsolete. Took us on a lovely drive along the coastline and gave an absolutely tremendous Maori history lesson!!! The Giants House is awesome and well worth the visit. We had the option of staying for longer and walking back to port - which isn’t far BUT it is steep. You have to walk up a very steep driveway to get to the house and then down that same driveway- even if you only have minor mobility issues - it can be difficult (my knee is still aching 3 days later - but it was worth it)990robync
February 2020
entertaining and informative I would happily book with this company again. Professional form start to finish
entertaining and informative I would happily book with this company again. Professional form start to finishSybs790
December 2019
Would definitely recommend this trip Akoroa very quaint lovely harbour and promenade. Giants house you will not of seen anything like it prepare to be amazed. Viator thank you again we have booked all our tours with you all drivers have been very informative and helpful as have shore staff 👍👍👍
Would definitely recommend this trip Akoroa very quaint lovely harbour and promenade. Giants house you will not of seen anything like it prepare to be amazed. Viator thank you again we have booked all our tours with you all drivers have been very informative and helpful as have shore staff 👍👍👍vincentb70
December 2019
We took the Akaroa Harbour & Giants House Local Tour and had a great time. The tour company met us at the dock and our bus was there waiting. OUr tour guide was pleasant, friendly and knew the area extremely well. We made several stops along the way and had plenty of time for photos with awesome ...
We took the Akaroa Harbour & Giants House Local Tour and had a great time. The tour company met us at the dock and our bus was there waiting. OUr tour guide was pleasant, friendly and knew the area extremely well. We made several stops along the way and had plenty of time for photos with awesome views of Akaroa harbor from the mountains. The tour finished with a grand tour of the Giants House. This was an amazing place and the gardens were beautiful. Again, plenty of time to take pictures and enjoy the house and gardens at your pace. We were dropped off in town and had several hours to walk through Akaroa and enjoy the shops and scenery. Great way to see Akaroa. Highly recommend this tour.