Top 10 Private Tours in Greater Wellington, North Island

You've heard about Wellington's Craft beer reputation, now discover it for yourself. We take you to four of Wellington's finest breweries for tastings and the stories behind the scenes. We head around scenic Oriental Parade to Parrot Dog brewery. Next we continue around the rugged south coast to Garage Project, recently voted NZ's best craft beer brewery. Then we stop in at Panhead in Tory St to taste their Supercharger, regularly voted NZ's best craft beer. We finish up with last orders at the Fork and Brewer in Bond St.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Craft Beer tasting, Private driver/guide with live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Spend a relaxing day in the company of craft beer masters on this full-day private craft beer tour from your cruise ships arrival in Wellington. On this informative and fun private tour you will visit the breweries that have made Wellington the craft beer capital of New Zealand. After a "behind the scenes' tour of the Kereru Brewery, you will lunch at Art of Pizza, famous for their New York style pizzas, with Kereru craft beer on tap for the perfect match. Enjoy an afternoon visiting four more craft beer breweries before you return to your cruise ship in Wellington or to a craft beer bar of choice.

Inclusions: Private tour, Bottled water, Lunch, Craft Beer tasting, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

A 5 hour guided highlights tour of coastal Wellington. Tour highlights include spectacular views at the Mount Victoria Lookout, a scenic coastal drive from Oriental Parade around the Miramar Peninsula as well as a visit to the Weta Workshop Weta Cave with exclusive documentary viewing. Enjoy the views from the south Wellington Coast as far as Te Kopahou Reserve and Brooklyn Wind Turbine before a central city stops including the Cable Car and Old St Paul's Cathedral. Optional stops at Lady Norwood Rose Garden and Pukeahu National War Memorial are available if time allows. Lunch (a main and a drink) at a seaside cafe is included.

Inclusions: Lunch (mains + a drink), Exclusive access to private vehicle with local driver/guide and live onboard commentary, Cruise ship terminal or hotel pickup and drop-off service, Private tour only. One group booking only permitted.

Exclusions: Gratuities, Does not include Weta Studio behind the scenes tours (unavailable due to tour time constraints), Does not includes Wellington Cable Car tickets (optional)

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)

Wellington Full Day Tour A fully escorted tour showcasing all of the best highlights of Wellington city and some of its outer suburbs.  Among visiting iconic landmarks, the tour will also include a cafe lunch beside the sea, and the choice of taking either a guided tour of the Weta Workshop Studios, or for the nature lovers, a guided tour of our renowned wildlife sanctuary Zealandia.  Features include: • Mt Victoria lookout (360 views of Wellington) • Ride on Iconic Wellington Cable Car • Parliament Buildings (Beehive) • Old St Paul's Cathedral • Lady Norwood Rose Garden • Rocky coastline • Wahine Memorial • Drive through downtown Wellington • Lunch at a seaside cafe • Weta Cave Tour or Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary (tours are with a guide)

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Cruise ship pick up, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Lunch (main and drink), Small-group tour or private tour, Tour escort/host, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Air-conditioned vehicle, Transport by private vehicle, Lunch, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities

Experience the unique beauty of rural New Zealand with an unforgettable 3 1/2 hour journey across our farm with 1000 sheep, 160 cattle and 100 horses located only 20 minutes drive from the Coolest Little Capital in the World, Wellington.  Help feed wild horses, pet sheep and native New Zealand eels.  Stand beneath an 111m tall wind turbine that helps to power Wellington ctiy.  Complimentary afternoon tea is served at our shepherd’s cabin on the cliffs where you will enjoy stunning views across the Cook Strait and the South Island. A great Wellington tour for all ages.

Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Drinks and food are complimentary

This tour is all about you. We travel in luxury to the Kapiti region just north of Wellington and can customize the tour to suit your needs.

Inclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water, Private transportation, All entrance fees for the day

Exclusions:

This privately guided bicycle tour, starts from our base located inside the Wellington Railway Station conveniently located near all the major hotels, ferries and cruise terminal. View the Houses of Parliament and the Beehive, before heading on to the waterfront cycle lanes passing plenty of public artwork and buildings of significance, including Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand. Once past the golden sands of Oriental Bay, the route then heads towards the wild south coast, home to Little Blue Penguins and the unique Victorian architecture of Wellington. Visit the Meridian Energy Wind Sculpture Trail before heading back to the beachside village for an ice-cream or barista made coffee. Before returning to our base in the railway station, two more stops will help explain the conservation story of Wellington and a nice photostop. The route is flat and follows cycle lanes. Wind can be a significant factor in Wellington; some fitness and a good level of bike confidence needed.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, Local guide, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

We make Wellington easy for you. On your private tour you will explore our inner city, historic buildings, our beautiful beaches and hills. Learn about our history, our people & our earthquakes from a passionate local. Enjoy flexibility, informed conversation, individual attention, personal space in our comfortable vehicle and the opportunity to connect with the Wellington that locals love. Why chose a uTours private tour: Travel only with your friends (maximum 10). Your tour will be personalised to reflect your interests, pace & time requirements. 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. At the end of your tour, you will have a good sense of Wellington. Shore excursion timing will be based on your ship's schedule. uTours – where it's all about Wellington and all about you!

Inclusions: We include cold drinks, coffee and locally made treats., Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch is at customer cost on the day. We decided to be as flexible as possible to meet your food needs. We will recommend excellent local food options based on when & where hunger strikes., Additional attractions may be available at customer cost on the day., A minimum of two guests is required.

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