Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral)
Overview
Wanting to explore Akaroa, but want a more personalised and tailored experience? Look no further than our private Akaroa day tour from Christchurch.
Nestled on Canterbury’s Banks Peninsula, the charming French influenced village of Akaroa is a popular day trip with Cantabrians and tourists alike. It hosts the beauty of being equal parts bustling, tranquil, and picturesque.
So join us as we explore the waterfront and some of the gorgeous heritage buildings of Akaroa. Including a stop at Barry’s Bay Cheese, you will be driven in comfort by our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that bit easier. Led by our fun, knowledgeable, and passionate tour guides, with the option to add on extra highlights (sold separately), such as a dolphin swim or nature cruise, this journey is fully customisable and is one you will never forget.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Carbon Neutral
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 100% Authentic Kiwi Experience
- Lunch Lunch is not included - but can be on request.
- Activities (e.g., Dolphin Cruise) - but this can be booked on request.
Meeting and Pickup
Please ensure that you are ready at least five to ten minutes before your scheduled pick up time.
What To Expect
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Christchurch (pass by)
Little River
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Barrys Bay Cheese
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Akaroa
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Christchurch (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Remaining hours are allotted for transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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).
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- WiFi on board.
- Carbon Neutral.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- 100% Authentic Kiwi Experience.
- Lunch. Lunch is not included - but can be on request.
- Activities (e.g., Dolphin Cruise) - but this can be booked on request.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral) is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Carbon Neutral
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 100% Authentic Kiwi Experience
- LunchLunch is not included - but can be on request.
- Activities (e.g., Dolphin Cruise) - but this can be booked on request.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Remaining hours are allotted for transportation.
