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From Cave to Coast Wellington Highlights Tour: Scenic Views, Iconic Landscapes, and Weta Cave Visit
4.8
207 Ratings
Wellington
Experience the best of Wellington on this 5-hour guided tour. Enjoy scenic views, iconic landscapes, and a visit to the famous Weta Cave. Lunch included!
Experience the best of Wellington on this 5-hour guided tour. Enjoy scenic views, iconic landscapes, and a visit to the famous Weta Cave. Lunch included!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mount Victoria - Experience breathtaking views of the city and harbor from the Mount Victoria Lookout.
- Weta Cave - Explore the Weta Cave retail and museum space. An optional exclusive behind-the-scenes documentary viewing is available, subject to time and availability.
- Chocolate Fish Cafe - Enjoy a delightful lunch (main course and a…
- Mount Victoria - Experience breathtaking views of the city and harbor from the Mount Victoria Lookout.
- Weta Cave - Explore the Weta Cave retail and museum space. An optional exclusive behind-the-scenes documentary viewing is available, subject to time and availability.
- Chocolate Fish Cafe - Enjoy a delightful lunch (main course and a drink) at this charming seaside cafe.
- Te Kopahou Visitor Centre - Discover the local history, geography, flora, and fauna while enjoying stunning views across the Cook Strait to the South Island.
- Wellington Wind Turbine - Marvel at the spectacular views from this incredible vantage point above Wellington. Learn about the history of New Zealand’s first wind turbine.
- Wellington Cable Car - Take an optional ride on the iconic Wellington Cable Car from Lambton Quay to Kelburn. Enjoy the view across the valley from the Cable Car viewing platform and learn about its history at the Cable Car Museum.
- Lady Norwood Rose Garden - From the top of the Cable Car, guests can opt for a 20-minute walk through the Botanical Gardens to the Lady Norwood Rose Garden (weather permitting). The tour guide will pick up guests at the Lady Norwood Rose Garden to continue the tour.
- Old St Paul’s - The final stop is Old St. Paul’s Cathedral (optional entry at guests’ own expense, $5 NZD per person), where visitors can explore this native hardwood timber cathedral, built in 1856, and admire its magnificent stained glass windows.
What's Included
- Local driver/guide with live commentary on board
- Small group tour
- Lunch included
- Convenient hotel or cruise ship pickup and drop-off
- Local driver/guide with live commentary on board
- Small group tour
- Lunch included
- Convenient hotel or cruise ship pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Cable Car tickets (optional)
- Old St. Paul’s Cathedral (Optional)
- Gratuities
- Cable Car tickets (optional)
- Old St. Paul’s Cathedral (Optional)
Additional Information
Embark on a comprehensive 5-hour guided exploration of coastal Wellington. The tour showcases breath-taking vistas from the Mount Victoria Lookout, a panoramic ocean-side journey from Oriental Parade to Miramar Peninsula, as well as an exclusive screening at the renowned Weta Workshop Weta Cave. Revel in the views of the rugged southern details of…
Embark on a comprehensive 5-hour guided exploration of coastal Wellington. The tour showcases breath-taking vistas from the Mount Victoria Lookout, a panoramic ocean-side journey from Oriental Parade to Miramar Peninsula, as well as an exclusive screening at the renowned Weta Workshop Weta Cave. Revel in the views of the rugged southern details of Wellington coast up to Te Kopahou Reserve and the Brooklyn Wind Turbine before choosing optional city stops like the Cable Car, Botanical Gardens, Lady Norwood Rose Garden, and the historic Old St Paul’s Cathedral. The tour includes a lunch of your choice of main as well as a beverage at a waterfront cafe.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
Location
121 Wakefield Street
Wakefield Street
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early. The tour departs at 10:00AM from the Wellington i-SITE Day Tour Pick-up Coach Stop (121 Wakefield Street, opposite Amora Hotel).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(207 Ratings)
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Kellydrennan
Apr 25, 2025
Friendly, fun and fantastic day out - Athena was lovely and so knowledgeable! We really enjoyed her commentary and customized touch to our tour- one of the best ways to explore Wellington
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William_n
Apr 13, 2025
Wellington day tour - It was a very relaxing day with our tour guide Athena. She was very knowledgeable and gave us so much cultural insights to the land and the people.
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Trek307055
Apr 6, 2025
Great Half Day Tour - Wonderful tour! Spent the day visiting sites, great views, nice lunch and my favorite The Botanical Gardens with amazing view from the top of the Wellington Cable Car. Thank you “Phil” for a day I will not forget! Look forward to another trip back and trying out other tours your company offers. Highly recommend this tour company!
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358jayneg
Apr 5, 2025
Fun Day in Wellington - Great tour, Phil provided us with commentary as we went along our journey. Great photo opportunities, and a variety of interesting and fun stops along the way. We definitely saw the highlights of Wellington on this tour!
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X9283ptjohnv
Mar 30, 2025
Much more than a city tour - A great opportunity to learn the layout of Wellington and it surrounds and to take in some spectacular views of the city and its harbor. Our driver, Peter shared his extensive knowledge on the history of the city and it's architecture.
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Tmhart
Mar 30, 2025
Great Day - PHIL was an excellant driver. Gave great information and commentary at every stop and as we drove along. Saw lots of WELLINGTON ruggged coastline as well as landmarks and city.LUNCH at chocolate fish very enjoyable.ST PAULS was so worth seeing TOP TOUR
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Heidi_g
Mar 22, 2025
Wonderful Wellington - We had a lovely day with our very friendly and helpful guide Tracey. She made us feel at home and welcome in her neck of the woods! Thanks so much! We got to experience Wellington on a sunny and wind free day which was amazing. Really enjoyed our time exploring this lovely destination.
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Tharpcheryl
Mar 21, 2025
Five Star guide! - Athena was an AMAZING guide to a fabulous tour! We had a great day and really feel like we saw the best of Wellington. Athena was super friendly and knowledgeable, and took us to some cool spots, where we learned lots about the city and New Zealand history.
Highly recommend this tour and guide. Five stars all around!
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Doris_a
Mar 19, 2025
Cave to Coast with Zozo - Wonderful day with Athena who kindly offered us a mince pie, yum! The scenic beautiful drive and lookouts were stunning. Fun picture taking at Weta :) We enjoyed the Rose garden Walk. The weather was rainy and a bit windy so the sea was turbulent it made for some striking photos on the rugged coastline. Highly recommend this tour.
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Marion_j
Mar 16, 2025
Fantastic tour Gary was... - Fantastic tour Gary was amazing tour guide, was so easy being picked up and dropped off at cruise terminal, the food for lunch was also amazing at “ Chocolate fish cafe” stopped for heaps of photo stops of the beautiful Wellington.
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