Cruise Dunedin City and Larnach Castle
From NZD
$185.00
- Duration: 390 Minutes (approx.)
- Location: Dunedin
- Product code: CRCSLC
A tour that "cruise" the city of Dunedin and Larnach Castle, referred to by many as New Zealand's Castle. Built in 1871 by businessman and politician William Larnach, it is now a lifelong restoration project for the Barker family who are the current owners.
Sit back and relax as we introduce you to Dunedin and its iconic buildings and landmarks. We'll meet you inside the terminal building of Port Otago in Port Chalmers where your cruise ship berth.
Enroute to Dunedin city and the Castle, we'll see the world's steepest street Baldwin Street, Dunedin's covered Sports Stadium and the beautiful and diverse University of Otago campus, all residing in the city's northern area. After stretching the legs on the world's steepest street, we make our way towards the city centre to learn more about the Dunedin history and view some of our city's iconic landmarks including the Dunedin Railway Station, Law Courts House, First Church and other historic buildings in and around the town centre.
We next drive along the picturesque Otago Peninsula enroute to Larnach Castle. Our Castle stop is a self-guided tour and allows guests free time to explore the Castle, its Gardens and Grounds at their own pace. You can even purchase some food or a coffee from the fabulous Castle cafe.Tour highlights:
Note about Cruise Ship Arrival and Departure Times
Sit back and relax as we introduce you to Dunedin and its iconic buildings and landmarks. We'll meet you inside the terminal building of Port Otago in Port Chalmers where your cruise ship berth.
Enroute to Dunedin city and the Castle, we'll see the world's steepest street Baldwin Street, Dunedin's covered Sports Stadium and the beautiful and diverse University of Otago campus, all residing in the city's northern area. After stretching the legs on the world's steepest street, we make our way towards the city centre to learn more about the Dunedin history and view some of our city's iconic landmarks including the Dunedin Railway Station, Law Courts House, First Church and other historic buildings in and around the town centre.
We next drive along the picturesque Otago Peninsula enroute to Larnach Castle. Our Castle stop is a self-guided tour and allows guests free time to explore the Castle, its Gardens and Grounds at their own pace. You can even purchase some food or a coffee from the fabulous Castle cafe.Tour highlights:
- Learn about Dunedin's History
- See the iconic city sights (Baldwin Street, Railway Station, First Church, the Octagon's heritage buildings).
- Our stop at Baldwin Street can include a walk to the top for those that wish to take on this challenge.
- Transportation to and entry into Larnach Castle. Our aim is to spend up to 90 mins at Larnach Castle.
- A walk around the central city area
- Transportation back to Port Chalmers.
Note about Cruise Ship Arrival and Departure Times
- If your Cruise ship arrival and departure times change, we will do our best to adjust our tour times to best fit these changes. We will endeavour to communicate with you a course of action, particularly if we cannot delay the start of the tour. Please ensure all contact details are included in the booking including any "local" mobile numbers you may use whilst on your cruise.
