The 10 Best Tours in Wellington, North Island

Ride at your own pace by hiring an eBike on this full-day self-guided adventure of Wellington. (Optionally, extend your rental for two days and have it for your entire stay.) From the centrally located Waterfront to the quiet bays and panoramic lookouts, you’ll be enthralled from start to finish. These quality electric bikes are easy to use and suitable for any level of fitness. If you can ride a bike, you can ride an eBike. You will be provided with riding instructions, a helmet, a lock and a cycle map of the city, including top picks of places to stop on your ride. You can ride the bays to take in the best view points or use your eBike as your transport between the Wellington must see attractions such as Weta Workshop, Zealandia Sanctuary, Te Papa Museum or the Wellington Cable Car located only 5-minutes away. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or in a group, these top-quality electric bikes make your mode of transport an experience in itself.

Inclusions: Self-Guided bike tour, Use of bicycle, helmet and lock, Hi Vis available, Wellington City Cycle Map, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Deep in the Marlborough Sounds, Bay of Many Coves, a 5-star luxury resort, offers perfect seclusion in a pristine natural environment. Enjoy a helicopter journey to discover world-class cuisine, stunning scenery, adventure, romance and a sense of relaxation you could only dream of. Please allow 3-hours for this tour. 3-course meal and glass of wine included.

Inclusions: Helicopter scenic tour, 3-course meal and a glass of wine, Live commentary on board, Local taxes

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable)

Enjoy a 5 hour guided tour over the Remutaka Ranges to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Visit three of the regions best wineries and enjoy their Cellar Door experiences as you sample the world class products available. Your driver guide will narrate your journey and provide local knowledge about this stunningly beautiful area.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Lunch (optional)

Visit four of Wellington and the Hutt Valley’s best craft breweries with tastings at each location. Tour includes an in depth brewery tour led by brewery staff. Enjoy a range of locally made craft beers at each location and share in the passion these producers have for their products.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Local driver/guide with onboard commentary, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in private vehicle or mini-van, All tasting fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Meals (optional), Takeaway purchases (optional)

Your expert local guide will narrate as you take a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, where you will enjoy wine tastings at a selection of Martinborough wineries, on this full day tour. Lunch will be served at a vineyard restaurant before the tour heads to the south Wairarapa coast. Visit the rugged coastal village of Ngawi and the North Island's largest permanent seal colony as well as a drive by of the famed “Paths of the Dead” from Lord of the Rings, the Putangirua Pinnacles. Finally climb the steps to the Cape Palliser Lighthouse for epic sweeping sea views before heading to the Lake Ferry Hotel on the edge of Lake Onoke for dinner. This 10 hour tour takes in a variety of stunning landscapes in the greater Wellington region.

Inclusions: Local accommodation (hotel) or cruise ship pickup and drop-off, Local driver guide, Live commentary on board, Lunch (main dish and one drink), Wine tasting fees, Dinner (main dish and one drink), Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities

Discover Wellington's beautiful Eastern Bays and beyond, when you hire a comfort mountain bike from Wildfinder Pencarrow! Wildfinder is conveniently located right next to the start of the Pencarrow coastal trail, and is easily accessed by public transport or car from Wellington or The Hutt Valley. Duration: 4 hour bike hire from Wildfinder Pencarrow, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, Greater Wellington, North Island.

Inclusions: Modern mountain bike, Helmet, Repair kit, Map

Exclusions: Food and drink (limited range available for purchase)

This tour combines behind the scenes experiences at FIVE of the regions best artisan foodie producers. The tour covers a wide range of products and allows guests to get up close and personal with the owners and staff who pour their heart and soul into these fantastic foodie creations.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Tasting fees (cheese, wine, olive oil, craft beer), Lunch, Professional guide/driver, Live commentary on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private transportation for the duration of the tour (private vehicle), Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages, olive oils and food to take away are available to purchase (optional) at own expense.

Discover Wellington's beautiful Eastern Bays and beyond, when you hire a comfort mountain bike from Wildfinder Pencarrow! Wildfinder is conveniently located right next to the start of the Pencarrow coastal trail, and is easily accessed by public transport or car from Wellington or The Hutt Valley. Duration: 2 hour bike hire from Wildfinder Pencarrow, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, Greater Wellington, North Island.

Inclusions: Modern mountain bike, Helmet, Repair kit, Map

Exclusions: Food and drink (limited range available for purchase)

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy a 7 hour private tour from Wellington to the South Wairarapa covering majestic scenery, visits to Gladstone and Martinborough Wineries including a spectacular platter lunch at one of the wineries we visit. We also visit the beautiful town of Martinborough well recognised for the 'Capital' of Pinot Noir of the North Island. We visit 4 wineries including lunch at a winery. Your tour also includes a private tour at one of the wineries visited covering the winery, vineyard and tastings. If you have any particular winery you wish to visit this can be arranged in advance. Please note this tour is only available for 18 years of age and older.

Inclusions: Bottled New Zealand spring water., Includes 1 glass of wine, beer or other beverage., Tasting fees, Entry fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Enjoy yourself on a relaxing private tour heading north to the Kāpiti Coast. Appreciate the Coast's natural unspoiled beauty, deserted beaches, local bird life, fabulous art and great food at a relaxed pace. Car enthusiasts will not want to miss the over 400 classic cars at Southward Car Museum. uTours offers you flexibility, informed conversation, individual attention, personal space and the opportunity to connect with the Kāpiti that locals love. Why chose uTours: Travel only with your friends (max 10). Your tour will be personalised to reflect your interests, pace & time requirements. Your vehicle is cleaned thoroughly between tours. You will be met on time at an agreed location, usually your accommodation. We will communicate with you quickly and clearly. You will be driven safely, have fun & be well looked after. May be available as a shore excursion, depending on your ship's schedule. uTours – it really is all about you!

Inclusions: We include cold drinks, coffee and locally made treats., Air-conditioned vehicle, Entry to Southward Car Museum

Exclusions: Lunch is at customer cost on the day. This is to maintain flexibility with your food choices. We will recommend excellent local food options based on when and where hunger strikes., Entry to Nga Manu Nature Reserve, A minimum of two guests is required