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Shore excursions · New Zealand

Shore excursions
in Lyttleton

148 shore excursions in Lyttleton from $20, most 6 to 10 hours, rated 4.8 on average by cruisers who reviewed them.

Prices checked Nov 7. Ratings from Viator reviews. We may earn a commission when you book through our partners.

Hand-picked tours, activities and adventures for your stop in Lyttleton. Look for Worry-Free tours: the operator guarantees you're back before the ship sails.

Excursions: 148
From: $20
Average rating: 4.8 ★; 91 reviewed tours

Lyttleton cruise port

Lyttleton cruise port

Your day in port

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01 · MOST POPULAR

Most popular in Lyttleton

Rated 4.3 or better, ranked by how many cruisers reviewed them.

Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch

Private

Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch

4.8(252)13 h

Viator

From$170

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Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Sights

Worry-Free

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Sights

4.6(227)3 h 30 min

Viator

From$64

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Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center

Worry-Free

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center

4.6(220)6 h 30 min

Viator

From$111

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Full-Day Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic Lunch

Private

Full-Day Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic Lunch

5.0(167)6 h

Viator

From$193

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Discover Christchurch Tour

Worry-Free

Discover Christchurch Tour

5.0(140)6 h

Viator

From$227

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Christchurch to Queenstown One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo

Private

Christchurch to Queenstown One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo

4.7(127)14 h

Viator

From$227

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Christchurch Land Sailing Adventure Velocity Karts

Small group

Christchurch Land Sailing Adventure Velocity Karts

5.0(114)2 h

Viator

From$56per guest

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Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch & Willowbank Tour

Worry-Free

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch & Willowbank Tour

4.6(90)6 h 30 min

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From$97

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At a glance

Lyttleton excursions at a glance

96% of the excursions with a listed length last 3 hours or longer.
Half cost $205 or less, and prices run from $20 to $8,690.
120 of the 148 are private tours, and 20 run as small groups.
10 are Worry-Free: the operator guarantees you're back before the ship sails.
The most reviewed is Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch, with 252 reviews from cruisers.

About the Lyttleton cruise port

Lyttleton (Christchurch) cruise port is located in the South Island of New Zealand, on the east coast of the Canterbury region. It is situated at the head of Lyttleton Harbour, which is the largest natural harbour in the South Island.

Lyttelton, New Zealand, offers docking at Lyttelton Port, a gateway to Christchurch. Travelers explore the vibrant Christchurch Botanic Gardens and transitional Cardboard Cathedral. Excursions venture to Akaroa’s French-inspired village for dolphin-watching tours.

Ships usually stay about 10 hours.

Lyttleton port guide Ships in Lyttleton by day

02 · SIGHTSEEING

Sightseeing in Lyttleton

Popular here: Bus Tours, Private Sightseeing Tours and Car Tours.

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic

Worry-Free

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic

5.0(71)6 h

Viator

From$199

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Christchurch: Sheep Farm, Lunch and Winery Day Trip

Private

Christchurch: Sheep Farm, Lunch and Winery Day Trip

5.0(65)6 h

Viator

From$196

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TranzAlpine, Castle Hill & Arthur's Pass Small-Group Tour + Lunch

Private

TranzAlpine, Castle Hill & Arthur's Pass Small-Group Tour + Lunch

4.9(58)10 h

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From$255

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Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Day Trip from Christchurch

Private

Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Day Trip from Christchurch

5.0(18)13 h

Viator

From$190

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Waipara Valley Winery Tour Wine Tastings and Scenic Views

Private

Waipara Valley Winery Tour Wine Tastings and Scenic Views

5.0(15)6 h

Viator

From$215

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Private Half-Day Godley Head Coastal Hike from Christchurch

Private

Private Half-Day Godley Head Coastal Hike from Christchurch

5.0(13)4 h

Viator

From$290

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Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch Return

Private

Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch Return

5.0(12)8 h

Viator

From$151

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Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Tour Via Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook

Private

Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Tour Via Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook

5.0(12)13 h

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From$338

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03 · WILDLIFE & NATURE

Wildlife & nature in Lyttleton

Popular here: Nature and Wildlife Tours, Nature Walks and Involves Animals.

Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

Private

Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

5.0(10)9 h

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From$170

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Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo

Private

Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo

4.9(15)13 h 30 min

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From$196

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Akaroa Private Day Trip From Christchurch

Private

Akaroa Private Day Trip From Christchurch

5.0(8)6 h

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From$679

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Akaroa 8hr Tour: Lunch, Transport, Guide. Optional Dolphin Cruise

Private

Akaroa 8hr Tour: Lunch, Transport, Guide. Optional Dolphin Cruise

5.0(5)8 h

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From$329

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Guided Hike & Scenic Drive: Christchurch. 8hr. Lunch & Transport

Private

Guided Hike & Scenic Drive: Christchurch. 8hr. Lunch & Transport

5.0(4)7 h

Viator

From$187

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Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo One Way Small Group Tour

Worry-Free

Christchurch to Mt Cook via Lake Tekapo One Way Small Group Tour

4.9(21)5 h

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From$128

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Lyttelton 8hr Shore Ex: Akaroa. Guide, Lunch, Transport, Sml Grp

Private

Lyttelton 8hr Shore Ex: Akaroa. Guide, Lunch, Transport, Sml Grp

5.0(3)7 h

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From$329

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Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch & Lyttelton

Private

Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch & Lyttelton

5.0(3)8 h

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From$113

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04 · ADVENTURE

Adventure in Lyttleton

Popular here: Adventure Tours, Extreme Sports and 4WD Tours.

Arthur’s Pass and Castle hills Private Day Trip From Christchurch

Private

Arthur’s Pass and Castle hills Private Day Trip From Christchurch

5.0(10)10 h

Viator

From$153

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Akaroa Private Group Day Trip from Christchurch

Private

Akaroa Private Group Day Trip from Christchurch

5.0(10)6 h

Viator

From$176

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Caving Adventure with Optional Castle Hill Rocks Tour

Likely to sell out

Caving Adventure with Optional Castle Hill Rocks Tour

5.0(8)24 h

Viator

From$187per guest

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Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch

Private

Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch

5.0(7)13 h

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From$182

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4-8hr Rock Climbing tour Christchurch. Food, guide, transport inc

Small group

4-8hr Rock Climbing tour Christchurch. Food, guide, transport inc

5.0(7)24 h

Viator

From$187per guest

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Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch

Private

Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch

5.0(7)8 h

Viator

From$170

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Hanmer Springs Pool Day Tour From Christchurch

Hanmer Springs Pool Day Tour From Christchurch

5.0(4)8 h

Viator

From$131per guest

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Helicopter & Jet Boat Tour – Canterbury

Private

Helicopter & Jet Boat Tour – Canterbury

5.0(3)1 h 30 min

Viator

From$511

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05 · HISTORY & CULTURE

History & culture in Lyttleton

Popular here: Historical Tours, Underground Tours and Cultural.

Christchurch Highlights Tour (Private Lyttelton shore excursion)

Private

Christchurch Highlights Tour (Private Lyttelton shore excursion)

5.0(10)6 h 30 min

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From$795

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Private 8h Scenic Drive & Hike Christchurch Lunch Guide Transport

Private

Private 8h Scenic Drive & Hike Christchurch Lunch Guide Transport

5.0(2)8 h

Viator

From$241

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Arthur’s Pass National Park & Castle Hill Private Tour

Private

Arthur’s Pass National Park & Castle Hill Private Tour

5.0(2)7 h

Viator

From$204

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Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Highlights & Avon Punting

Likely to sell out

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Highlights & Avon Punting

5.0(2)6 h

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From$216

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Private 3.5hr Christchurch Scenic Tour. Food, guide, & transport.

Private

Private 3.5hr Christchurch Scenic Tour. Food, guide, & transport.

5.0(1)5 h

Viator

From$241

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Private Christchurch Highlights Tour with Avon Punting

Private

Private Christchurch Highlights Tour with Avon Punting

6 h

Viator

From$341

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Christchurch Sights and Sheep

Christchurch Sights and Sheep

Tour the highlights of Christchurch, including the panoramic Sign of the Takahe, peaceful Mona Vale Gardens, and the city's post-earthquake…

7.5 hours

Shore Excursions Group

From$173per guest

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Kaikoura Wildlife Day Tour from Christchurch

Private

Kaikoura Wildlife Day Tour from Christchurch

10 h 30 min

Viator

From$222

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06 · EVERYTHING IN LYTTLETON

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148 excursions in Lyttleton, 25 per page.

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Escorted Hike and Picnic Adventure on Banks Peninsula

Escorted Hike and Picnic Adventure on Banks Peninsula

Uncover New Zealand's hidden landscapes and geological marvels, all within a short half-hour drive from Christchurch. Explore destinations…

5 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$299

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$299per guest

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Best of Christchurch

Best of Christchurch

Experience the best of Christchurch and its scenic surroundings, then unwind at Sumner Beach and savor breathtaking vistas from Evans Pass…

4 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$97

From

$97per guest

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Hanmer Springs Hot Pool Return Trip From Christchurch

Private

Hanmer Springs Hot Pool Return Trip From Christchurch

8 hViator

From$162

From

$162

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Kiwi Canapé Cooking Competition at Riverside Market 2 Hrs

Kiwi Canapé Cooking Competition at Riverside Market 2 Hrs

2 hViator

From$71

From

$71per guest

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Captivating Christchurch and Gondola Ride

Captivating Christchurch and Gondola Ride

Tour the dynamic city of Christchurch, enjoying sights like the panoramic Sign of the Takahe, the tranquil Mona Vale Gardens, the resilient…

7 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$205

From

$205per guest

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Multi Day Guided Tour at South Island

Private

Multi Day Guided Tour at South Island

120 hViator

From$1,249

From

$1,249

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Guided Day Hike from Christchurch to Packhorse Hut

Private

Guided Day Hike from Christchurch to Packhorse Hut

8 hViator

From$454

From

$454

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A Taste of Christchurch

A Taste of Christchurch

Discover Christchurch's highlights, from panoramic views to peaceful exploration, then enjoy wine tasting and lunch in the Waipara Wine…

7.5 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$205

From

$205per guest

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Private 8hr Sea Kayak Tour Christchurch. Lunch, Guide, Transport.

Private 8hr Sea Kayak Tour Christchurch. Lunch, Guide, Transport.

24 hViator

From$454

From

$454per guest

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Private Photo Tour of Christchurch

Private Photo Tour of Christchurch

5 hViator

From$142

From

$142per guest

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Private Christchurch Highlights Shore Excursion (Lyttelton) 3.5hr

Private

Private Christchurch Highlights Shore Excursion (Lyttelton) 3.5hr

3 h 30 minViator

From$241

From

$241

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Banks Peninsula Explorer Tour (ex Lyttelton or Christchurch)

Private

Banks Peninsula Explorer Tour (ex Lyttelton or Christchurch)

3 h 30 minViator

From$170

From

$170

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Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Day Tour Christchurch

Private

Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Day Tour Christchurch

12 h 30 minViator

From$341

From

$341

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Christchurch Sightseeing and Jet Boat Adventure

Christchurch Sightseeing and Jet Boat Adventure

Experience the allure of Christchurch, then hop aboard a jet boating adventure on the Lower Waimakariri River.

6.5 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$213

From

$213per guest

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Christchurch Scenic Highlights Full Day Private Tour

Private

Christchurch Scenic Highlights Full Day Private Tour

7 hViator

From$227

From

$227

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Private Akaroa Day Trip from Christchurch

Private

Private Akaroa Day Trip from Christchurch

10 hViator

From$511

From

$511

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Christchurch Wonders and Wildlife

Christchurch Wonders and Wildlife

Enjoy awe-inspiring views and peaceful moments at the outset of this adventure, then marvel at the Christchurch's post-earthquake…

7.5 hoursShore Excursions Group

From$150

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$150per guest

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Private Tour to Mt. Sunday (Edoras) Lord Of The Rings

Private

Private Tour to Mt. Sunday (Edoras) Lord Of The Rings

8 hViator

From$1,136

From

$1,136

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From Christchurch Scenic Day Trip to Hanmer Springs

Private

From Christchurch Scenic Day Trip to Hanmer Springs

10 hViator

From$511

From

$511

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Dunedin private tour 3D2N from Christchurch

Private

Dunedin private tour 3D2N from Christchurch

72 hViator

From$1,079

From

$1,079

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Christchurch Wheelchair Transport Sightseeing Tours

Private

Christchurch Wheelchair Transport Sightseeing Tours

5 hViator

From$386

From

$386

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Customized South Island Tour

Private

Customized South Island Tour

192 hViator

From$8,690

From

$8,690

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Ultimate Christchurch Walking Tour

Private

Ultimate Christchurch Walking Tour

3 hViator

From$96

From

$96

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Lyttelton shore ex:3.5hr Scenic Highlights tour small Local Guide

Likely to sell outPrivate

Lyttelton shore ex:3.5hr Scenic Highlights tour small Local Guide

4 hViator

From$181

From

$181

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Guided 4-Day Snow Tour from Christchurch

Private

Guided 4-Day Snow Tour from Christchurch

96 hViator

From$738

From

$738

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