Iconic Dunedin Coastal Tour by Minibus with Maori Cultural Walk

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7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience an authentic local Maori guide. Learn about the interesting history of the area, discover local stories and gain insights into how Maori lived prior to European arrival.

Iconic Tours provide comfortable small group transportation and your friendly driver guide to keep you entertained and add to your local experience.

Some excellent photographic opportunities on this tour, especially the lookouts on route, the guided walk with nearby coastal cliffs, and the Moeraki Boulders make for a fascinating subject.

What's Included

Entry fee for Karitane Maori Tours and admission to Moeraki Boulders access walking track are included in the tour price
Cruise Port pickup and drop off; Please meet us inside the Visitor Building on ship's wharf
All guided transport to and from cruise port is included

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us inside the Visitor Building on ship's wharf Port Chalmers Dunedin. Its a short walk from the ship's gangway. Your guide will be holding a sign "ICONIC KARITANE MAORI TOUR"

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Embark on a cultural walking tour to the Huriawa Peninsula to showcase their historic Pā site (fortified village or stronghold) known as Te Pā a Te Wera. Your local guide will tell you about legendary Maori warriors, of fierce battles and rivalries of days gone by, while taking in the stunning views from this remarkable coastal headland.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Also included is a visit the famous Moeraki Boulders on Koekohe Beach nearby. These giant rocks situated right on the ocean shore are indeed a geological marvel, as well as having strong cultural significance for Maori. They formed millions of years ago into perfectly round spheres and have been uncovered by the breaking waves and eroding sand.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    The tour will visit Dunedin City for a brief look at some of the sightseeing highlights, such as Baldwin Street (World's Steepest Street), Dunedin Railway Station and the Octagon (city center) before heading back to Port.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Iconic Tours NZ Ltd

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Seasonal
Shore Excursions

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