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Wellington Shore Private Tour: From Coastal Drive to Weta Cave Highlights
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Wellington
Embark on a 5-hour private tour of Wellington’s stunning coastline, from the Mount Victoria Lookout to the Weta Cave. Enjoy scenic drives, exclusive documentary viewing, and visits to iconic landmarks. Lunch at a seaside cafe included.
Embark on a 5-hour private tour of Wellington’s stunning coastline, from the Mount Victoria Lookout to the Weta Cave. Enjoy scenic drives, exclusive documentary viewing, and visits to iconic landmarks. Lunch at a seaside cafe included.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mount Victoria - Experience breathtaking views of the city and harbor from the Mount Victoria Lookout.
- Oriental Bay - Drive along Oriental and Evans Bay Parades and admire the private cable cars that access the homes along the ridge line.
- Weta Cave - Explore the Weta Cave retail and museum space, part of the Weta group of companies, and…
- Mount Victoria - Experience breathtaking views of the city and harbor from the Mount Victoria Lookout.
- Oriental Bay - Drive along Oriental and Evans Bay Parades and admire the private cable cars that access the homes along the ridge line.
- Weta Cave - Explore the Weta Cave retail and museum space, part of the Weta group of companies, and discover some of their cinematic magic. Watch an exclusive behind-the-scenes documentary about the company’s history (optional, subject to time and availability).
- Shelly Bay - Savor a classic Kiwi lunch at a local café known for its freshly prepared, locally caught seafood. The menu accommodates all dietary preferences, and your meal includes a main course and a drink.
- Te Kopahou Visitor Centre - Discover the local geography, history, flora, and fauna while gazing across the Cook Strait to the Kaikoura Ranges in the South Island.
- Wellington Wind Turbine - Marvel at the stunning views from this magnificent vantage point high above Wellington.
- Wellington Cable Car - Optionally ride the Wellington Cable Car from Lambton Quay to Kelburn. The tour continues there with views across the valley and a visit to the Cable Car Museum.
- Lady Norwood Rose Garden - Optionally stroll through the Botanical Gardens to the Lady Norwood Rose Garden, where the tour continues to explore 108 different rose varieties.
- 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 1866, and admire its stunning stained glass windows.
- Scorching Bay - Enjoy the view across the white sand beach to the entrance of Wellington Harbour.
What's Included
- Cruise ship terminal or hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Exclusive access to private vehicle with local driver/guide and live onboard commentary
- Lunch (mains + a drink)
- Private tour only. One group booking only permitted.
- Cruise ship terminal or hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Exclusive access to private vehicle with local driver/guide and live onboard commentary
- Lunch (mains + a drink)
- Private tour only. One group booking only permitted.
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Does not include Weta Studio behind the scenes tours (unavailable due to tour time constraints)
- Does not includes Wellington Cable Car tickets (optional one-way ride)
- Old St. Paul’s Cathedral (optional entry at guests’ own expense)
- Gratuities
- Does not include Weta Studio behind the scenes tours (unavailable due to tour time constraints)
- Does not includes Wellington Cable Car tickets (optional one-way ride)
- Old St. Paul’s Cathedral (optional entry at guests’ own expense)
Additional Information
Comprehensive yet personal: In just half a day, experience the highlights of Wellington — from the breathtaking views at Mount Victoria to the cinematic wonders of Weta Cave, the untamed South Coast, and the tranquil Botanic Gardens. It’s the ideal mix of must-see attractions and hidden treasures.
Locally guided experience: Enthusiastic local driver…
Comprehensive yet personal: In just half a day, experience the highlights of Wellington — from the breathtaking views at Mount Victoria to the cinematic wonders of Weta Cave, the untamed South Coast, and the tranquil Botanic Gardens. It’s the ideal mix of must-see attractions and hidden treasures.
Locally guided experience: Enthusiastic local driver guides provide genuine stories, film trivia, and personal insights that are not available in any guidebook.
Small-group comfort: With a limit of 11 guests per vehicle, enjoy a relaxed, flexible, and engaging experience.
Seamless and scenic: Each stop is carefully selected to highlight Wellington’s diverse beauty — from city skyline vistas to wild coastlines, from coffee culture to creative artistry.
- 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 board and disembark
Location
Mount Victoria
Alexandra Lookout Rd,
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
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(9 Ratings)
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Debi_t
Jan 14, 2025
Athena, named after a Greek goddess, lived up to the myths. Great guide. - Wonderful adventure by a remarkable guide. Athena was engaging, entertaining, and a delight to be with. One of the best guides we have ever had. Highly recommend her!
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Susan_t
Mar 5, 2024
All around great sites of Wellington - What a wonderful day with Phil. It was so easy to walk off the ship and get picked up. The multitude of sites he covered on our 5 hour tour was amazing. There were so many picture perfect stops. The lunch provided at Chocolate Fish was great. He was an excellent driver and always felt safe as well as very informative with his knowledge. Thanks Phil!!
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Michael_k
Feb 27, 2024
Perfect Wellington tour! - Gary was an outstanding guide and helped make our tour special. Great overview of Wellington with a fantastic lunch! Highly recommend!!
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Aryehby
Nov 22, 2023
Wonderful wellington on Zozo - The tour encompuses the entire city traveling around the heights and coast of the city before seeing downtown. Beautiful views and a great commentary by Steve, our driver-guide. Included meal was substantial anfqaaa
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Brittney_w
Nov 2, 2023
The best tour company in Wellington - Phil was an awesome tour guide…friendly, knowledgeable, with a comfortable vehicle with the car seat and booster seats set up ahead of time. We had a great lunch and saw so many beautiful areas around Wellington. Don’t hesitate to book this tour, everyone in our group enjoyed it and hope to come back again.
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Laura
Apr 8, 2023
Amazing sights and tour guide - Great Cave to coast private tour with Kelvin. Saw Wellington from many scenic overlooks, walked through botanical gardens and WETA workshop area. Saw many lord of the rings sights, too. Adjusted tour to avoid rain as much as possible.
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James_d
Apr 6, 2023
The best of the best - We had guide Aaron and in the comfort of his car we had a most enjoyable and informative tour ever. There was a question he couldn’t answer. The lunch at the Loose Goose hit the spot. Thanks so much. One of the best cruise tours ever
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Fsdukejr
Jan 30, 2023
2 people, expert guide Kelvin, 5 hours, priceless - We had been to Wellington 17 years ago and wanted to see places we had not seen before. Our driver/guide Kelvin took us to spectacular overlooks, beautiful seacoasts, the National War Memorial (unusually impressive), the WETA workshop, Old St. Paul's Church and much more. We had a modern 4 seat Toyota truck and he was happy to take us even though we were just 2 people so there was one extra seat. Kelvin was friendly, personable, and knowledgable and we felt like we were leaving a long lost friend when we parted. This was one of the best private tours we have ever had. It was like coming to town and having and old friend show us the city. The tour included lunch and it was not your typical tour bus lunch. We had an impressive meal at Coene's Restaurant including a beer and a glass of wine. I had one of the best seafood stews I have ever had in my life. If all their guides are like Kelvin, these folks deserve serious consideration.
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Dkwestfall62
Feb 11, 2020
Great day in Wellington! - Great day on a private tour! Our guide, Tom was fantastic. His knowledge of the area and willingness to tailor the tour to what we wanted to do made the a very memorable tour.
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