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Tours & day trips
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Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
7.8 out of 10 with 43 reviews
7.8/10
43 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 302 reviews
9.8/10
302 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
9.2 out of 10 with 198 reviews
9.2/10
198 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
8.8 out of 10 with 20 reviews
8.8/10
20 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
8.8 out of 10 with 57 reviews
8.8/10
57 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
9.4 out of 10 with 236 reviews
9.4/10
236 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 56 reviews
9.8/10
56 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Day Tours from Mount Cook
Activity duration is 5 hours and 20 minutes
5h 20m
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
9.8 out of 10 with 249 reviews
9.8/10
249 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.6 out of 10 with 24 reviews
9.6/10
24 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
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Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
10/10
4 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per child
Akaroa Private Day Tour from Christchurch
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Private Day Tour Hanmer Springs including Entry to Hot pools
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Christchurch Full Day Tour
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Kaikoura Day Trip including Whale Watch from Christchurch
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Arthurs Pass Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Tekapo & Mt. Cook the Ultimate Day tour from Christchurch
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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World in a day
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife
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Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.6 out of 10 with 31 reviews
9.6/10
31 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Godley Head & Lyttelton Guided Walking Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m+
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Caving & Optional Castle Hill Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h+
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Tekapo: Small-Group, Carbon Neutral Mt Cook Day Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
7.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
7.8/10
6 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Sheep Farm Experience with Lunch & Winery
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Waipara Valley Private Wine Tour with Tastings
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Akaroa Full Day Private Tour From Christchurch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Arthur's Pass & Castle Hill Scenic Day Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
10/10
7 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
See all 18 activitiesWorld in a day
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Christchurch to Akaroa with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Helicopter Trial Flight
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch Scenic Helicopter Tour
Activity duration is 20 minutes
20m
9.6 out of 10 with 12 reviews
9.6/10
12 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Helicopter & Jet Boat Tour – Canterbury
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mt Cook Experience
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Rakaia Glaciers
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Canterbury Winery Heli Lunch
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Alpine Jet Boat Experience
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Scenic
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Wildlife & nature
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From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
8.8 out of 10 with 40 reviews
8.8/10
40 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Activity duration is 11 hours and 30 minutes
11h 30m
5.2 out of 10 with 9 reviews
5.2/10
9 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Akaroa Day Tour
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Christchurch: Sheep Farm Experience with Lunch & Winery
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lyttelton: Shore Excursion, Godley Head, Guided Walk
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h+
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch City Top Spots Private Half Day Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch City Highlights Half Day Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
9/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Christchurch: to Franz Josef via Hokitika 1 Way Tour
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: City Sights & Sheep Farm Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
What to do in Tai Tapu
Frequently asked questions
Is Tai Tapu worth visiting?
Tai Tapu offers a unique mix of culture, attractions and local charm. Whether you're into history, the outdoors or traditional cuisine, there's a lot you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Tai Tapu?
Start your adventures with a visit to the top attractions in the area. Then, check out different parts of Tai Tapu for tasty eats and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Tai Tapu?
Plan your perfect getaway by taking a look at our list of cheap tours, family-friendly options and other amazing things to do in Tai Tapu.
Is three days enough to stay in Tai Tapu?
If you just want to see the leading sights, three days is a good amount of time for a getaway in Tai Tapu. Stay for a week or longer for the chance to truly experience the local vibe, tour nearby hotspots and explore a few hidden gems.
What are some activities to do in Tai Tapu with kids?
Planning what to do in Tai Tapu with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or little ones, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights to keep everyone entertained here.
What to do in Tai Tapu for adults?
Adults of all ages will find plenty of things to do in Tai Tapu. Whether you're into art, history, adventure or just love exploring new destinations, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Tai Tapu?
There's a variety of free things to do in Tai Tapu. Roam the parks or soak up the vibes at free events and festivals. Tai Tapu offers lots of budget-friendly experiences that let you experience the area without reaching for your wallet.
