Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
An unrivalled tour package! Visit the stunning Larnach Castle, travel the beautiful roads of the Otago Peninsula and join special Monarch Wildlife Cruise.
Enjoy a 90 minute tour of Larnach Castle and it's beautiful grounds. Hear the scandalous story of early settler William Larnach and his family. Explore the beautifully restored castle, with it's original antique furniture and impressive craftsmanship throughout. Time is allowed for exploring the gardens or a quick snack from the ballroom cafe.
You'll then continue along the Otago Peninsula and your guide will give an interactive commentary along the way.
Hop aboard a Wildlife Cruise out through the entrance to the Otago Harbour. Enjoy close viewing of fur seals, royal albatross and other seabirds. Sometimes we spot sea lions, blue penguins & dusky or hectors dolphins.
Options
Castle to Cruise + Penguins
Wildlife + Penguin Tour: Guided walk through an eco-reserve helping save the endangered Yellow-eyed Penguin. Not suitable for cruise ship schedules.
Pickup included
What's included in Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Otago Peninsula
Tour along the beautiful roads of the Otago Peninsula in our comfortable minivan. Enjoy stunning views of harbour and coast as you go.
Larnach Castle & Gardens
Small group guided tour through 'NZ's Castle'. Discover the scandalous story of the Larnach family and explore the painstakingly restored building and it's beautiful grounds.
Bus tour along the scenic roads of the Otago Peninsula.
Inclusions
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Restroom on board
- Complimentary warm jackets and binoculars on the Wildlife Cruise
- We do not provide any food during your tour. Guests have a short time available to purchase a bite to eat at Larnach Castle or snack options are available. A packed lunch can be brought on tour.
- This option doesn't include pickups from the Port Chalmers Cruise Terminal (see our other product)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We can include pickups & dropoffs from Port Chalmers for people visiting Dunedin on a cruise ship. The cruise terminal is located 30-minutes from central Dunedin. Please select the option 'Cruise Ship Terminal pickup' when you book.
Meeting / End Points
- We ask that our visitors check-in 15 minutes prior to their scheduled tour start time. Car parks are available.
