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Private Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 6 people

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6 hours 45 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, exclusive experience where your itinerary is fully customized to your interests. Our private tour ,unlike group tours, offers flexibility in timing, and allows more time to enjoy the breathtaking views of Otago Peninsula and Dunedin. We have been providing Dunedin and South Island private Tours since 2015 and committed to customer satisfaction. You will enjoy personal attention from local guide, access to hidden spots, and freedom to move at your own pace. We are professional, friendly and reliable and happy to meet new customers from around the world.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Pick up and dropp off to Port or habour Terminal
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Larnach garden entry- it is optional
  • Royal Albatros Center guided tours are optional. If you would like to see the albatrosses, you will need to book a guided tour.
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

19 Beach Street
Port Chalmers 9023, New Zealand

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We will arrange pick up and drop off on your requested time, location and cruise schedule time accordinhly.

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The Octagon
Central Dunedin, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

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Dunedin Railways

Our guide will drop off the customers at railway Station and guide them to the garden, exhibition, and ststion the platform and help them take photos,.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dunedin Botanic Garden

Our guide will guide you to the Aviary where you can see and enjoy the exotic parrots and Nz birds, and enjoy the Rhododendron Dell in the beautiful Garden.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Signal Hill

Drive up to the scenic drive up Signal Hill Lookout, enjoy 360 panoramic breathtaking views of Dunedin Harbour, Dunedin city, and Otago Peninsula and surrounding hills etc. The tour guides will assist you with taking photos of you,.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Larnach Castle & Gardens

Our guide drive along the most beautiful rugged Otago peninsula to NZ only castle and let them enjoy the garden and surrounding views with their own pace.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Royal Albatross Centre

Our guide will drive along ruggged the Otago Peninsula and stop to few lookouts for photos, and stop at visitor center. The world's only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colon. A Visit Taiora Head and visitor center offers a unique opportunity to witness the majestic royal Albatross. You will enjoy the breathtaking views of the coastal cliffs, and chance to see the Royal Albatross flying over. We also walk you down to Pilot beach where usually blue penguin tours start here at dusk but we are here to enjoy the Otago Peninsula views and sea lions. You can choose to have free time at Albatross Center or join a 1 hour guided tour which is $65 per person.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Tunnel Beach Walk

Our guide will lead and walk down to Unique tunnel beach and take photos. Tunnel is a historic 1870s hand dug tunnel.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Flagstaff lookout and Hotere Garden

360 panoramic view and great opportunity for photos of your favorite cruise ship and breathtaking.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Octagon

Dunedin city entertaining center, you will be seeing Dunedin Townhall, Regent Theater, St Paul Catholic Church, gift and souvenirs shops, local restaurants etc. Take your own time enjoy and relax.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!

The world's steepest street. It is a great time to challenge you a bit to walk up to the top or just the bottom to take photos.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

University of Otago

One of the oldest Universities in NZ.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Clair Beach

One of the busiest swimming, Surfing, and entertaining beach close to Dunedin city.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

First Church of Otago

The First Church of Otago is one of Dunedin's most significant historic landmarks and a symbol of the city's Scottish heritage. Completed in 1873, it was designed by renowned architect Robert Arthur Lawson in the Gothic Revival style.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ōtākou Marae

Ōtākou Marae is one of the most significant Māori marae in the South Island of New Zealand. It is located at Ōtākou on the Otago Peninsula, about 20 km from central Dunedin, overlooking Otago Harbour. "Ōtākou Marae is the spiritual and cultural heart of the local Ngāi Tahu people. This historic settlement has been occupied for generations and played a pivotal role in the founding of Dunedin. It remains a living marae where Māori traditions, language, and community life continue to thrive."
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Port Chalmers

After visiting the Octagon, we'll return to the Port Chalmers cruise terminal via the picturesque coastal drive along Otago Harbour, where you'll enjoy stunning waterfront scenery before being dropped off directly at your cruise ship.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 6 people?

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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  • Bottled water
  • Pick up and dropp off to Port or habour Terminal
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Licensed or certified guide (English & Mandarin)
  • Larnach garden entry- it is optional
  • Royal Albatros Center guided tours are optional. If you would like to see the albatrosses, you will need to book a guided tour.

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
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