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Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour

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from $214.13 per person

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Welllington and the Harbour from the Brooklyn Hill wind turbine.
The famous Wellington Cable Car.
Breaker Bay, Wellington.
Wellington City from the Mt Victoria lookout.
Island Bay and Taputeranga Island.
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On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.
7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups!

You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour.

Enjoy a ~8-hour private tour capturing the best of Wellington - Oriental Bay, Mt Victoria, Weta Cave, Massey, Wahine and Ataturk memorials, scenic drive of Eastern and Southern bays, Wellington Wind Turbine at Brooklyn, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park/Tomb of Unknown Soldier, Wellington Cable Car, Parliament Buildings and Old St Pauls Cathedral.

Note: For cruise ship passengers this tour will operate on a slightly reduced itinerary.

What's Included

  • Bottled water New Zealand Spring Water
  • Entry/Admission fee - Old St Pauls Cathedral
  • Pick up and drop off from CBD hotel, Railway Station or Cruise Port terminal
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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CRUISE PASSENGERS - Please note the following important information:Pick up Wellington cruise port, Aotea Quay: We will meet you on the Port at the Independent Tour Operators Pick Up Point. Please note the Port has limited shelter so we recommend waiting until the first rush of visitors has gone through. In the case of bad weather, it will also make your disembarkation more pleasant.DO NOT catch the bus to the Wellington i-SITE. Stay at the port.Disembarkation Directions: • When you disembark, please walk past the buses to the Independent Tour Operators Pick Up Point. There will be people to direct you. • Your Kaewa Tours Guide will be there holding a sign with your name on it. • Your Kaewa Tours Guide will be wearing an orange or a yellow high vis’ vest.Wellington Railway Station: Pick-ups are from outside the front entrance on Bunny Street.Note: For cruise ship passengers this tour will operate on a slightly reduced itinerary.

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New Zealand Parliament

We have a brief walk around the Parliament grounds where your guide will point out the iconic ‘Beehive’, Houses of Parliament and the Parliamentary Library building.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old St Paul's

Built between 1865 and 1866 Old St Pauls Cathedral is one of the best examples of Gothic Revival architecture in the world. The Cathedral is particularly poignant for American visitors. A large contingent of the American Marine Corp were based in and around Wellington in 1942 and many Marines would attend Sunday services. The American Marine Corp flag and the American national flag of that time with 48 stars hang proudly inside the Cathedral. Here we have a guided tour with a Heritage NZ staff member who will provide an extensive overview of the history of the Cathedral.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Wellington Cable Car

Take a ride on Wellington's long standing, iconic tourist attraction - the Wellington Cable Car. Your guide will take you to the entry point and then meet you up at your final destination - Kelburn.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Lady Norwood Rose Garden

We take a walk through the magnificent Lady Norwood Rose Garden located in the Wellington Botanical Gardens. When the roses are not in bloom a short walk in the gardens can be taken.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Wellington Waterfront

Put your I in the iconic Well_ington sign, stroll along the harbourside for great city and harbour scenic photo opportunities and view the statue of Kupe which shows the legendary Polynesian explorer with his wife, Hine Te Apārangi, and his tohunga (priest), Pekahourangi.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mount Victoria

Take a scenic drive along Oriental Bay winding up the narrow roads of Wellington to Wellington's most popular lookout point. Here we take in majestic views over the city and harbour.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Weta Workshop

Immerse yourself in the magical world of movie making and special effects at the Weta Cave. Please note: the visit to the Weta Cave does not include the behind the scenes tour of the Weta Workshop.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Massey Memorial

View the majestic memorial and tomb of the resting place of former Prime Minister William Massey and his wife Christina.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Scorch O Rama

Lunch and a choice of beverage at this iconic Eastern Bays Cafe.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Wahine Memorial

We visit several memorials at Seatoun and Breaker Bay to 51 people who tragically lost their lives on 10 April 1968 from the sinking of the Inter Island Ferry Wahine. In fact a further 2 people were to die after the tragedy as a result of injuries sustained on that fateful day.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ataturk Memorial

We visit the Mustafa Kemal Atatürk memorial, the first President of the Republic of Turkey above Breaker Bay. The memorial looks out over Cook Strait and the site was chosen for its remarkable likeness to the landscape of the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey. The memorial is particularly poignant for Australian, New Zealand and Turkish visitors who commemorate the ANZAC Gallipoli campaign during World War 1.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Wellington Wind Turbine

View Wellington's first wind turbine and take in another majestic view of the city and harbour.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pukeahu National War Memorial Park

Visit the Tomb for the Unknown Solider and pay our respects to all New Zealand service men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Zelati Dessert Cafe

Finish your full day tour of Wellington sampling award winning Gelato at the Zelati Dessert Cafe, a 2nd generation, iconic family-owned business.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • For children under the age of 7 an approved child restraint seat must be used and be supplied by the customer. If an approved child restraint seat is not available the tour cannot proceed.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-301552P1

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water. New Zealand Spring Water.
  • Entry/Admission fee - Old St Pauls Cathedral.
  • Pick up and drop off from CBD hotel, Railway Station or Cruise Port terminal.
  • Entry/Admission fee - Weta Workshop & Cave.
  • Entry/Admission fee - Wellington Cable Car.
  • Lunch and choice of 1 beverage.
  • Complimentary photos and tour summary emailed to guests after tour.
  • Personal Driver/Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

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 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wellington Scenic Full Day 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled waterNew Zealand Spring Water
  • Entry/Admission fee - Old St Pauls Cathedral
  • Pick up and drop off from CBD hotel, Railway Station or Cruise Port terminal
  • Entry/Admission fee - Weta Workshop & Cave
  • Entry/Admission fee - Wellington Cable Car
  • Lunch and choice of 1 beverage
  • Complimentary photos and tour summary emailed to guests after tour
  • Personal Driver/Tour Guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • For children under the age of 7 an approved child restraint seat must be used and be supplied by the customer. If an approved child restraint seat is not available the tour cannot proceed.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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