Looking for a small friendly tour ? Try us......see Akaroa, Christchurch, Banks Peninsula or the South Island of New Zealand.....max 11 on board !

Akaroa cruise ship passengers day tour to Christchurch $100 p.p. Our small group shore excursions from Akaroa Harbour are highly rated on Trip Advisor.
We have been operating tours in the South Island of New Zealand since 1995 and have enjoyed showing visitors all corners of this beautiful island. As ex-teachers we have a strong emphasis on looking after small groups and ensuring you have a great time. We are based in Lyttelton, the port of Christchurch, and offer from local day tours up to 10 day South Island tours.

With a variety of offerings to choose from, we're sure you'll be happy working with us. Look around our website and if you have any comments or questions, please feel free to contact us.

"The tour was just brilliant.Everything was well-organised and we had a lot of fun. I really enjoyed the small group size" Benjamin Spitzbarth , Germany

"Dermot is a great guide.He is very knowledeable and really knows the area. Would take another tour with him in a heartbeat. " Mary de Tessan, USA

Christchurch City Tour (Cruise Ship Day Tour)

Our day tour from Akaroa picks you from Akaroa Wharf and takes you through Banks Peninsula to Christchurch. Enjoy the views over Canterbury Plains and the countryside we pass through (lakes , volcanoes, mountains, harbours etc.). You will see the highlights of Christchurch (Botanic Gardens, Canterbury Museum, The Arts Centre etc.) and find out about the Feb. 2011 earthquake and our rebuilding process. We return through the countryside. Learn out about NZ history , the Maori and the people who live here. Options include the Antarctic Centre, Wilowbank (zoo with kiwi, NZ birds etc). NZ$100p.p. Private Group Day Hire Rates available - up to 11 pax.

"This was by far preferable to tours offered by our cruise line. Eight of us made the cost a superlative value, plus we avoided crowds" Julie McEliece, USA

Lyttelton Harbour

Lyttelton Harbour

Little River Cafe and Art Gallery

Little River Cafe and Art Gallery

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  • Trip Advisor Reports.....26 reports rated 5 star.....Oct 2016

    30 August at 20:13 from atlas

    Please take time to look at reviews on Trip Advisor...as a small business we really appreciate the ...

  • NZ Dollar falls 24% in the last year (Sept 14-15)against the USD...great value for visitors to NZ !

    30 August at 20:02 from atlas

    The NZD has also fallen around 10% against the Australian dollar in the last 3 months making your NZ holiday cheaper.....the reason ...

  • Bus and guide available for groups of up to 20 pax.(Christchurch tour from Akaroa)

    30 August at 19:56 from atlas

    Whether your tour group wants a Day Excursion from Akaroa to Christchurch/Banks Peninsula or a multi-day South Island Tour our modern 20 ...

  • Waipara Wine Tour ($125-$160)

    24 August at 15:36 from atlas

    Check out our new half day wine tour ...... suitable for those staying in Chch. Try some of the excellent wines of the region, enjoy the ...

  • AKAROA still prefered harbour for cruise ships visiting Christchurch

    24 August at 15:06 from atlas

    It is often puzzling for cruise ship visitors (who of course have not been to Christchurch before) why there are 2 cruise ship ...

 

Contact information - Dermot Hall - E S Tours

Address 28A Ripon St
Lyttelton Christchurch
8082
Phone 03 3289001
Mobile 027 261 5093
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