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Step behind the scenes of real New Zealand farming on a 6-hour guided tour from Christchurch to spectacular Glenafric, a genuine working sheep farm supporting three generations of the Hoban family, overlooking the South Pacific Ocean. With exclusive access, you’ll hand-feed sheep, watch farmer James in action as he shears their sheep, see skilled sheepdogs at work, and explore the woolshed and vintage tractor museum, followed by a tour of the farm via a unique tractor and trailer ride! Then, unwind with a gourmet picnic lunch featuring local produce at Louises' lookout, followed by a Waipara Valley wine tasting and a touch of city sightseeing before returning to your Christchurch accommodation.
Ideal for Lyttelton/Christchurch cruise passengers.
Our “Peace of Mind” guarantee: All trips are designed to meet Cruise ship's port arrival and departure times. Any reason you are not returned to your ship prior to it departing - we GUARANTEE to get you to the ship's next port of call.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will confirm via email, your pick up the night before.
When booking please let us know your location for the complimentary pickup.
Cruise Ship Bookings - Pick up in Lyttelton. Take Shuttle from ship side to Norwich Quay, LOWER Street, Lyttelton. Look for Real New Zealand Tours Bus or Car
Itinerary
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Meet Donnie - our star pony - feed him a carrot!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Glenafric is a working farm, just North of Amberley. You have exclusive access to this farm, every day see something different. See sheep, lambs, cattle, working dogs and meet the farmer and family.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3
After your farm tour we drive to Georges Road Winery. Meet kirk and the team. Learn all about the Waipara region and why it's so good for wine making. Enjoy a wine tasting of the Rose, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and Syrah. Then explore the gift shop where you can buy a full size bottle of your favourite wine.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Our local kiwi guide will meet you at the pick up point and take on a short tour of the Botanical gardens.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remaining hours in the total duration is for travel time
- Ideal for Lyttelton/Christchurch cruise passengers. We offer Cruise Ship pick up from: NORWICH QUAY, Lower Street, Lyttelton (Take shuttle from ship side to here). We ensure tour arrives back in time for ship departure.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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