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Private Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula Tour

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| Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula, New Zealand
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Royal Albatross Centre
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Overview

A UP TO 4 people private day trip in Dunedin ensures a tailored, exclusive experience where your itinerary is fully customizable to your interests. Unlike group tours, this private option offers flexibility in timing and allows for a more intimate exploration of the city’s heritage landmarks and the Otago Peninsula’s breathtaking wildlife. You’ll enjoy personal attention from a local guide, access to lesser-known spots, and the freedom to move at your own pace. This unique, personalised touch is perfect for those seeking a deeper, more meaningful connection with Dunedin and its natural surroundings.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Hotspot Connection to get a Free high speed internet
  • Larnach Castle Garden entry ticket
  • Gratuities
  • Larnach Castle inside visit ticket
  • The Guided tours at Royal Albatross Center to watch Albatross Breeding Colony
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ONLY FOR THE BOOKING FROM CRUISE SHIP PASSENGER1. The day before your Dunedin day tour, we will confirm your pick-up time based on the cruise arrival schedule provided by the port authorities. Please note that this time may differ from the one provided at the time of booking, as the initial time is for reference only and not the actual pick-up time. We will share the driver-guide's personal information, contact details, and confirmed pick-up time with you via the platform. If needed, you can communicate directly with our driver-guide through text, phone, WhatsApp, or email to ensure smooth arrangements.2. On the day of the tour, your driver-guide will be waiting for you at Port Chalmers terminal, holding a whiteboard with your name on it for easy identification. Additionally, we guarantee that all cruise passengers will be safely returned to the Port Chalmers terminal before the port's stipulated return time. Rest assured, your schedule is in reliable hands.

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Start Time • Daily 8:30 AM

What To Expect

Port Chalmers (Pass By)

Picking up at Port Chalmers
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Signal Hill

Signal Hill is a huge land mass near the heart of the Otago Harbour. It is home to the Signal Hill Lookout, offering stunning views just a short drive from the centre city. This is the perfect place to survey Dunedin for the first time.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Baldwin Street: The Steepest Street in the World

In the 19th century, British surveyor Charles Kettle superimposed an orderly grid that had worked well on relatively flat terrain on a towering hillside in New Zealand. Thanks to Kettle’s misguided efforts, a residential street in Dunedin known as Baldwin Street has a 19-degree slope. Guinness World Records determined that Baldwin Street’s nearly 35-degree gradient is the steepest street in the world.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

University of Otago

Otago University was established in 1874 and is the oldest of the New Zealand universities. The Clock Tower is a distinguished piece of architecture dating from 1878 and features an early use of local basalt stone on a dramatic and large scale, emphasising the value placed in Otago on higher learning. Although the interior has been largely altered, its exterior remains mostly unchanged and along with the Chemistry Building, the School of Mines and Marama and Allen Halls, forms part of an outstanding group of well related buildings which was erected in the period of Dunedin's pre-eminence and prosperity.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Larnach Castle & Gardens

Spend approximately 1 to 1.5 hours exploring the beautiful gardens at Larnach Castle, taking in the stunning views, and enjoying a snack or drink at the café. You'll also have the chance to learn about the fascinating and dramatic story of William Larnach and his family. Please note that this tour includes entry to the gardens only. If you wish to explore the interior of the historic castle, there is an additional fee of NZD 25 payable at the door. Larnach Castle, New Zealand's only castle, offers a glimpse into the country's rich history and magnificent architecture.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Dunedin Railway Station

Dunedin railway station is a prominent landmark and tourist site in Dunedin, a city in the South Island of New Zealand. It is speculated by locals to be the most photographed building in the country, as well as the second most photographed in the southern hemisphere, after the Sydney Opera House.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sandfly Bay Track

Sandfly Bay is a bay with large dunes, 25 km from the centre of Dunedin on the Otago Peninsula. The beach is a popular site for Hooker's Sea Lions and penguins.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Royal Albatross Centre

Your only chance to see - the world's only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony.A visit to the Royal Albatross Centre and Taiaroa Head (end of Otago Peninsula )offers a unique opportunity to witness the majestic northern royal albatross in their natural habitat. The Centre features a free gallery where you can explore the area's rich wildlife history and learn more about these incredible seabirds. At Taiaroa Head, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the dramatic coastal cliffs, making it a perfect spot for bird watching and taking in the stunning natural scenery. Guests can also browse for souvenirs and relax at the café, enjoying a selection of coffee and delicious food. Don't miss this chance to experience the beauty of one of the world's few mainland albatross colonies!
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Port Chalmers (Pass By)

Finishing the visit at Albatross Center, then directly drive back to Dunedin city and Port chamers, On the return journey, enjoy the coastal drive along the Otago Peninsula, where you’ll spot various seabirds and pass by charming local villages before heading back to your cruise ship. off spot are at Octagan and Port chalmers only.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The total duration includes travel time .

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula 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 (NZST). 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula Tour?
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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 (NZST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Hotspot Connection to get a Free high speed internet.
  • Larnach Castle Garden entry ticket.
  • drop off at Port Chalmers and Dunedin City.
  • Guide with English, Mandarin, Cantonese.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Larnach Castle inside visit ticket.
  • The Guided tours at Royal Albatross Center to watch Albatross Breeding Colony.
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 Private Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Private Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Hotspot Connection to get a Free high speed internet
  • Larnach Castle Garden entry ticket
  • Drop off at Port Chalmers and Dunedin City
  • Guide with English, Mandarin, Cantonese
  • Gratuities
  • Larnach Castle inside visit ticket
  • The Guided tours at Royal Albatross Center to watch Albatross Breeding Colony

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The total duration includes travel time .
  • Wheelchair is not accessible for this product, but we provider step count if needed

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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 (NZST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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