Wellington Cruise Port Guide

Explore Wellington’s waterfront, quiet bays, and panoramic lookouts on a 3-4 hour guided electric bike tour. These quality eBikes are easy to use and make riding up hills a breeze for anyone who can ride a bike. Your guide provides full instruction and a helmet, keeping the focus on fun, riding, and finding the best viewpoints while sharing a local's perspective on the city.

Join passionate Wellingtonians Jo & Suzee on a private, full-day tour crafted specifically for your group. Discover the stunning scenery, local food, and funky stories of the capital as you ride the iconic Cable Car and visit local beaches. This flexible tour includes pick-up and drop-off in a comfortable vehicle, getting you away from the crowds for an authentic taste of life in Wellington.

Experience the Wellington that locals love on a private, half-day tour with your guides, Jo & Suzee. You will discover stunning scenery, hear fabulous stories, and ride the iconic Cable Car. Enjoy fabulous views from the wind turbine or Mt Victoria lookout on a flexible tour that includes private transport and gets you away from the crowds.

Hire a quality electric bike for a half-day or full-day self-guided adventure and explore Wellington at your own pace. These easy-to-use eBikes are suitable for any fitness level and come with a helmet, lock, instructions, and a city cycle map. Ride the scenic bays to take in the best viewpoints or use your eBike as transport between top attractions like Weta Workshop and Te Papa Museum.

Explore Martinborough's hidden gem vineyards on an expert-guided journey led by a French-trained chef or a nature enthusiast. Subject to availability, you can meet a winemaker at an exclusive micro-producer estate that creates Bordeaux and Burgundy style wines. Other available experiences include decadent food boards with accompanying wine tastings or a horizontal tasting of six wines from various vintages led by an expert sommelier.

Enter a real 1930s bank vault themed as a spaceship in this high-tech, immersive escape room. Your mission is to work as a team to repair the ship’s engines and disable a signal that will doom the planet. Featuring interactive electronic puzzles with light and touch sensors, this challenging game is a fun experience suitable for all ages.

Go behind the scenes at five of the region's best artisan foodie producers on this guided tour. You will discover a wide range of fantastic local products created by passionate owners and staff. This tour allows guests to get up close and personal with the people who pour their heart and soul into their foodie creations.

Enjoy a 9-hour private guided tour for just your group to the majestic South Wairarapa region. The day includes visits to two wineries for tastings and lunch, a scenic drive to the Cape Palliser lighthouse, and a visit to a local seal colony. You'll also see the quaint fishing village of Ngawi before dinner at a local Martinborough restaurant. For cruise passengers, this tour operates on a reduced itinerary without the cheese and chocolate tastings.

Journey to Wellington’s secret coast on a unique 4WD safari with exclusive access through private farmland. Travelling in a Mercedes 4WD vehicle, you'll see a working farm and enjoy stunning views before meeting a colony of New Zealand Fur Seals. Learn about the seals' history and ecology from your guide while enjoying morning or afternoon tea. Please note this tour travels on rough terrain and is not suitable for people with neck or back injuries.

Join a guided electric bike tour, with a choice of morning or afternoon departure, to explore Wellington's stunning bays. These quality eBikes are easy to use, and your guide provides full instruction and a helmet for a safe and lighthearted ride. With a focus on fun and finding the best viewpoints, this tour rides mainly around the scenic bays with minimal city riding.

Hire a quality electric bike for a self-guided adventure to explore Wellington's waterfront, quiet bays, and panoramic lookouts at your own pace. Suitable for any fitness level, these easy-to-use eBikes come with riding instructions, a helmet, a lock, and a city cycle map. Ride the scenic bays for the best views or use your eBike as your transport between Wellington's must-see attractions like Weta Workshop or the Cable Car.

Visit Wellington locations you couldn't easily reach on foot with this tour that packs numerous highlights into a short amount of time. Your local guide will take you to the best views at the Mount Victoria lookout before a stop at the famous Weta Cave. The trip continues with a ride on the iconic Cable Car, followed by a visit to the Lady Norwood Rose Garden and the Parliament grounds.

Enter a mysterious ancient temple in this high-tech, immersive escape room. Your mission is to work as a team to investigate the ruins, seal the Death Gods, and save the world from the Apocalypse. Featuring interactive, electronic, and automated puzzles, this challenging and fun game requires teamwork to accomplish the mission and is suitable for all ages.

Discover Wellington’s breathtaking vistas from three of its most spectacular viewing points on this expertly curated City Heights Tour. Your knowledgeable Kiwi guide will share insider perspectives on the city’s vibrant culture and thriving film industry, including a fascinating walk through the Weta Workshop. The experience is completed with a ride on the iconic Wellington Cable Car for magnificent harbour views and spare time to see the Parliament buildings.

Enjoy a 6-hour, all-inclusive mountain biking day trip on the scenic Remutaka Rail Trail, suitable for riders of all levels. Cycle through native forest, over bridges, and through historic railway tunnels, enjoying a delicious picnic lunch at the summit. This adventure includes everything you need, from a regular mountain bike to all food and transport to and from Wellington Station.

Enjoy an 8-hour private tour with your own dedicated guide to capture the very best of Wellington's landmarks. The comprehensive itinerary includes panoramic views from Mt Victoria, a stop at the Weta Cave, a ride on the Cable Car, and scenic drives along the city's bays. You will also visit key sites like the Parliament Buildings and Old St Paul's Cathedral. Please note, this tour operates on a slightly reduced itinerary for cruise ship passengers.

Discover why Wellington is New Zealand's culinary capital on a locally guided, slow-paced food walking tour with all tastings included. The tour includes stops for coffee, chocolate, a visit to a second-generation-owned restaurant, and a gorgeous waterfront eatery. Your journey through the city's character and culture is topped off with craft beer, charcuterie, and cheese. Guests must be over 18 to sample any alcohol.

Enjoy a 5-hour guided tour over the scenic Remutaka Ranges to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. You will visit three of the area's best wineries to enjoy their cellar door experiences and sample world-class products. Throughout the journey, your driver-guide will provide narration and share local knowledge about this stunningly beautiful area.

See Wellington's top sights with a friendly guide on a tour that provides plenty of opportunities to get out of the vehicle and stretch your legs. The day begins with stunning views from the Mount Victoria lookout, followed by a visit to the Weta Cave store. You'll also enjoy a ride on the iconic Cable Car and visit key downtown sites like the Lady Norwood Rose Garden and the Parliament buildings.

Explore the breathtaking Wellington landscapes that became Middle-earth on this exclusive Lord of the Rings tour. Your adventure includes visiting key filming sites around the region and a 90-minute immersive experience at the legendary Weta Workshop. The tour also features a gourmet lunch prepared by a French-trained chef and an optional cosplay experience to dress as your favourite character.