Explore Dunedin’s rich history and stunning Larnach Castle on a guided shore excursion. Discover iconic sights and enjoy free time in the city.
Explore Dunedin’s rich history and stunning Larnach Castle on a guided shore excursion. Discover iconic sights and enjoy free time in the city.
- Otago Peninsula - 09:00 Begin the shore excursion with a convenient port pickup and board a comfortable coach for a scenic tour. Travel through Dunedin City and proceed to Larnach Castle for a guided exploration of the grounds and gardens.
- Dunedin Railway Station - En route to the castle, there will be a brief stop in central Dunedin at the…
- Otago Peninsula - 09:00 Begin the shore excursion with a convenient port pickup and board a comfortable coach for a scenic tour. Travel through Dunedin City and proceed to Larnach Castle for a guided exploration of the grounds and gardens.
- Dunedin Railway Station - En route to the castle, there will be a brief stop in central Dunedin at the Dunedin Railway Station, where some participants will leave the coach to join the Taieri Gorge Train Excursion.
- Larnach Castle & Gardens - Arrive at Larnach Castle, where admission to the castle and grounds is included. Enjoy a tour of the castle and discover the intriguing history of its original inhabitants.
- Dunedin - Return to the central city in the early afternoon, where you will have approximately one hour of free time to explore, have lunch, and perhaps do some shopping.
- Dunedin Railway Station - At 2:30 pm, depart from Dunedin Railway Station in the central city for a highlights tour. Listen to commentary about Dunedin’s history as you travel around the hilly city, which overlooks the Otago Peninsula.
- Dunedin Botanic Garden - Visit the beautiful Botanic Gardens of Dunedin City on this sightseeing tour.
- University of Otago - See the University of Otago, the neoclassical Dunedin Town Hall, and the Renaissance Revival–style Dunedin Railway Station, along with grand banks, theatres, and 19th-century buildings.
- Baldwin Street: The Steepest Street in the World - Pass by Baldwin Street, known as the world’s steepest street, and catch a view of the harbor.
- Port Chalmers Wharf - The tour concludes back at your cruise ship docked in Port Chalmers. If time allows, explore Port Chalmers, a vibrant village rich in art and culture, featuring potters, sculptors, painters, musicians, jewelers, and fashion designers, before returning to the ship.

- Admission and Guided Tour of Larnach Castle
- Dunedin sightseeing tour
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Professional guide
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Admission and Guided Tour of Larnach Castle
- Dunedin sightseeing tour
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Professional guide
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Begin your adventure dockside and delve into Dunedin’s heritage with a shore excursion that showcases the city’s central attractions and the historic Larnach Castle. In the morning, enjoy a visit to Larnach Castle, where admission and a guided tour have been arranged for your pleasure. Upon returning to the city center, you’ll have some free time to…
Begin your adventure dockside and delve into Dunedin’s heritage with a shore excursion that showcases the city’s central attractions and the historic Larnach Castle. In the morning, enjoy a visit to Larnach Castle, where admission and a guided tour have been arranged for your pleasure. Upon returning to the city center, you’ll have some free time to explore, enjoy lunch, and perhaps do some shopping. In the afternoon, experience Dunedin’s highlights, including Otago University, the botanical gardens, Baldwin Street—the steepest street in the world—and numerous historic buildings on a two-hour sightseeing tour before returning to your cruise ship.
- Should your cruise ship timetable be indicating that you will be berthing in Dunedin (Port Chalmers) at 9am or later, this does not preclude you from booking these tour options. The timetable may be altered to align, if possible, with the cruise ships arrival time
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.