Spectacular Wellington: Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour
Overview
Your Wellington Full Day tour is crafted specifically for you, your family & friends.
We are Jo & Suzee, your passionate Wellingtonians. We will introduce you to the Wellington that locals love.
Discover the stunning scenery, our local food & hear fabulous stories of our funky capital city. Ride the iconic Cable Car, check out the beaches & take in the fabulous views from the wind turbine or the Mt Victoria lookout.
As owner/operator guides, we are your local friend for the day - prepare for laughter, real conversations, discovery and unforgettable memories.
• Your tour is private; pick up & drop off included, we get you away from the crowds.
• We offer flexible itineraries that go beyond the guidebooks; you will get a good sense of life in Wellington.
• Be comfortable; relax in our environmentally friendly vehicles & grab local treats from the cooler. We know where the toilets are.
• If you have any mobility requirements, we are here to help.
Get in touch, we’d love to connect.
What's Included
- Snacks Light refreshments and locally made treats included.
- Private transportation
- Pick up and drop off at the Port, the airport or your centrally located accommodation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Cable car tickets and entry to Old St Pauls Cathedral.
- Lunch Lunch is at customer cost on the day. We decided to be as flexible as possible to meet your food needs. We will recommend excellent local food options based on when & where hunger strikes.
- Additional attractions may be available at customer cost on the day.
- A minimum of two guests is required.
Meeting and Pickup
Please let us know your preferred pick-up location eg the Port, the Airport or your accommodation.Cruise Ship passengers: Port pick up and drop off is included. We will adjust our timing to meet your ship’s timetable, if needed. Drop off in town, with directions to the shuttle buses, is also available.Independent travellers: We pick you up from your centrally located accommodation. If you would like a pick up from somewhere else, please ask.Our online booking system has a suggested start time of 9.30am. We confirm your pick up details before you travel.Afternoon tours are available.Thank you, Suzee & Jo
What To Expect
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Wellington Wind Turbine
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Owhiro Bay
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Weta Workshop
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Wellington Cable Car
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
New Zealand Parliament
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Wellington Botanic Garden
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
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
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. Light refreshments and locally made treats included.
- Private transportation.
- Pick up and drop off at the Port, the airport or your centrally located accommodation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Cable car tickets and entry to Old St Pauls Cathedral.
- Lunch. Lunch is at customer cost on the day. We decided to be as flexible as possible to meet your food needs. We will recommend excellent local food options based on when & where hunger strikes.
- Additional attractions may be available at customer cost on the day.
- A minimum of two guests is required.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 Spectacular Wellington: Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour 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 Spectacular Wellington: Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour 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
- SnacksLight refreshments and locally made treats included.
- Private transportation
- Pick up and drop off at the Port, the airport or your centrally located accommodation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Cable car tickets and entry to Old St Pauls Cathedral.
- LunchLunch is at customer cost on the day. We decided to be as flexible as possible to meet your food needs. We will recommend excellent local food options based on when & where hunger strikes.
- Additional attractions may be available at customer cost on the day.
- A minimum of two guests is required.
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
