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Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
7.8 out of 10 with 43 reviews
7,8/10
43 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 302 reviews
9,8/10
302 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
8.8 out of 10 with 57 reviews
8,8/10
57 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
9.6 out of 10 with 175 reviews
9,6/10
175 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
8.8 out of 10 with 20 reviews
8,8/10
20 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
9.2 out of 10 with 192 reviews
9,2/10
192 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 53 reviews
9,8/10
53 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.6 out of 10 with 24 reviews
9,6/10
24 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
9.8 out of 10 with 249 reviews
9,8/10
249 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Half-day Sightseeing Tour of Christchurch
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.8 out of 10 with 11 reviews
9,8/10
11 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
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Akaroa Private Day Tour from Christchurch
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
10/10
4 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per child
Private Day Tour Hanmer Springs including Entry to Hot pools
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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World in a day
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Arthurs Pass Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch Full Day Tour
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Christchurch Half Day Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Lake Tekapo and Aoraki Mount Cook
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Full Day Kaikoura Tour Whale Watching Seals and Scenic Coast
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife
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Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.6 out of 10 with 31 reviews
9,6/10
31 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Caving & Optional Castle Hill Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h+
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Godley Head & Lyttelton Guided Walking Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m+
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.4 out of 10 with 18 reviews
9,4/10
18 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Tekapo: Small-Group, Carbon Neutral Mt Cook Day Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
7.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
7,8/10
6 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Sheep Farm Experience with Lunch & Winery
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Arthur's Pass & Castle Hill Scenic Day Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
10/10
7 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Waipara Valley Private Wine Tour with Tastings
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
See all 18 activitiesWorld in a day
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour
Activity duration is 20 minutes
20m
9.6 out of 10 with 12 reviews
9,6/10
12 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch to Akaroa with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Helicopter Trial Flight
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Helicopter & Jet Boat Tour – Canterbury
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mt Cook Experience
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Rakaia Glaciers
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Canterbury Winery Heli Lunch
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Alpine Jet Boat Experience
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Scenic
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Wildlife & nature
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Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes
11h 30m
5.2 out of 10 with 9 reviews
5,2/10
9 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
8.8 out of 10 with 39 reviews
8,8/10
39 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Akaroa Day Tour
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Sheep Farm Experience with Lunch & Winery
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lyttelton: Shore Excursion, Godley Head, Guided Walk
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h+
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch City Top Spots Private Half Day Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch City Highlights Half Day Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
8/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: to Franz Josef via Hokitika 1 Way Tour
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: City Sights & Sheep Farm Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
What to do in Kaiapoi
Popular places to visit
Woodford Glen Speedway
You can take time to visit Woodford Glen Speedway during your travels to Kaiapoi.
Darjon Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Darjon Vineyard during your travels to Kaiapoi. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Kaiapoi Food Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Kaiapoi Food Forest, a lovely green space in Kaiapoi.
Aqualand New Zealand
Enjoy an outing to Aqualand New Zealand during your stay in Kaiapoi.
Kaiapoi Dog Park
After visiting Kaiapoi Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kaiapoi.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kaiapoi worth visiting?
Kaiapoi offers a unique blend of local charm, attractions and culture. Whether you're into history, the outdoors or traditional cuisine, there's a lot to enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in Kaiapoi?
After you've checked off top attractions like Lake Pukaki and Woodford Glen Speedway, spend some time enjoying the retail and food options in Kaiapoi.
What is the top tourist attraction in Kaiapoi?
The top tourist attraction in Kaiapoi is Darjon Vineyard, so make sure to put it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Kaiapoi?
Three days will give you time to tick off the leading city sights, like Darjon Vineyard, Lake Pukaki and Woodford Glen Speedway. The average stay in Kaiapoi is three days. If you have the urge to extend your trip, Christchurch isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Kaiapoi with kids?
Whether you're travelling with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, a fun-filled itinerary is the key to a stress-free getaway. Check out our ideas for what to do in Kaiapoi with kids.
What to do in Kaiapoi for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Kaiapoi, with experiences for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Darjon Vineyard.
Are there free things to do in Kaiapoi?
One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Kaiapoi is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Lake Pukaki is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.
