Maori Cultural Wellington Highlights Tour with Lunch

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the rich Māori culture and history of Wellington on this 3.5-hour bus tour, which includes a visit to significant landmarks and an exclusive tour of Te Aro Pā. Engage with fascinating narratives that highlight the spiritual significance of the region while enjoying a light lunch at an award-winning café. This tour offers a seamless blend of cultural exploration and culinary delight, making it a perfect choice for those interested in local heritage and cuisine.

- 3.5-hour bus tour showcasing Wellington from a Māori Cultural lens
- Includes a light lunch at an award-winning café
- Explore key landmarks and the exclusive Te Aro Pā
- Experience captivating historical and spiritual narratives

What's Included

Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point

Please meet at the Kupe statue in front of the building on the waterfront side.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Be introduced into the tour by the local Māori tribe representatives of the area and view Pipitea Marae (Māori Cultural meeting house) and learn about traditional Marae.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Old St. Paul's

    View Old St Paul’s, Wellington’s finest Gothic Revival Cathedral.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Explore the Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Declaration of Independence and the Women Suffrage Petition.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Wellington Cable Car

    Disembark on the iconic Wellington cable car to see a wider view of the landscape.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    View Te Whanganui a Tara from a wide perspective, and learn about the harbours formation. Awesome photo opportunity here.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Learn about the navigator of Aotearoa Kupe. Cultural lunch is served by the Karaka Cafe, a taste of Māori/Pasifika cuisine.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Discover this hidden gem. Explore this exclusive archaeological site of Māori pā (fortified village) remnants.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Te Wharewaka o Poneke

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Archaeology Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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