Tours and Trips in Wellington

Discover the creative space and minds behind the 'Lord of the Rings' on a four-hour tour of Wellington's Weta Workshop, where you'll learn from crew members who design props, models, and weapons. See behind-the-scenes footage, then enjoy a three-course dinner at CoCo at the Roxy, a creative eatery decked with vintage movie posters. This four-hour Weta Workshop tour includes dinner, as well as round-trip transport from a central location in Wellington.

Only a few kilometers west of the busy Wellington CBD, an assortment of Aotearoa's rarest wildlife is thriving behind an 8.6 kilometer predator-proof fence. In this wildlife sanctuary, enjoy a glimpse into New Zealand before human arrival. Hear birdsong that has disappeared from all but the most remote bush on the New Zealand mainland and meet some of the country's native fauna.

Get a 60-minute introduction to the highlights of Te Papa's 'taonga,' meaning a 'cultural treasures' in the Māori language. While admission to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is free, a small-group tour with a museum guide offers more insight on the enrich your understanding of this unique culture.

Your tour is fully customisable and subject to your personal preferences. We can start and finish at whatever time suits you. Be collected from the Wellington Cruise Ship Terminal. You can choose to visit Wellington City's famous sights. Visit Greytown. Venture out through the spectacular counrtyside to Martinborough for wine tastings at some of New Zealands top vineyards. Select one of the wineries to have a relaxed lunch amongst the vines. After return to your ship. This booking does not include any entry fees. You must book these yourself.

Tick off the top attractions of the Windy City on this private full-day tour of Wellington. Experience the myriad delights of New Zealand's capital as you take in the views from Mt Victoria, spot seals at Red Rocks, then go behind-the-scenes with a 45-minute tour of the Weta Cave, where the special effects for Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit were created. After a scrumptious lunch at the Chocolate Fish Caf e (included), ride the cable car over Wellington and visit landmarks like the Botanical Gardens, the Parliament Buildings and the Beehive.

Go behind the scenes of 'The Lord of the Rings' and other blockbusters at Weta Workshop, the world's leading special effects and prop studio. The informative and entertaining Weta Cave Workshop Tour gives you a glimpse into the film production of your favorite movies including the LOTR trilogy, 'Avatar' and 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2.' Your 2.5-hour tour includes convenient round-trip transport by minivan from central Wellington, eliminating the hassle of driving and parking.

This private shore excursion from your cruise ships arrival into the Port of Wellington is a 8 hour Wellington photography tour and workshop. On this workshop, you'll learn how to shoot dramatic, awe-inspiring coastal landscapes, plus forest and river photography.

Maximise your time in port in Wellington with a 6-hour shore excursion and take in the highlights of the New Zealand capital. Ride the Wellington Cable Car, take in the views from Mount Victoria, visit the famous Weta Cave, and enjoy free time to explore independently. Port pickup and drop-off is included.

Sip your way around Martinborough - a once sleepy colonial town that's now a prominent wine village at the heart of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail - on this private day trip from Wellington. Following hotel or port pickup and a scenic drive through the Wairarapa, you'll visit three of Martinborough's renowned wineries. Enjoy a guided wine tasting at each and a lunch platter with wine at Poppies Martinborough. Then, choose to continue hopping around Martinborough's wineries or travel to nearby Greytown, whose pretty streets are thronged with cafes and antique stores.

Choose this day-tour for a personal and comfortable visit to a number of craft beer breweries in Wellington.  With beverages and lunch included, you're all set to have a low-stress, informal day away from the hustle and bustle of your cruise ship. This is a great way to understand, from beer to beer, why the city is the craft beer capital of New Zealand.  Make the most of Wellington's array of craft beer and its friendly, knowledgeable residents!

Zealandia is the world's first fully fenced urban eco-sanctuary and home to some of New Zealand's most extraordinary wildlife. This 2-hour guided walking tour will introduce you to native birds such as kakariki, tui, and bellbirds; rare species like takahā“; and unique reptiles including green gecko and tuatara. Entrance fees are included.

Let a knowledgeable guide lead you off the beaten track during this day trip from Wellington to Cape Palliser Bay. Set out from the New Zealand capital to visit Lake Ferry and the fishing village of Ngawi, with stunning views of the rugged coastline. See the North Island's largest colony of fur seals near Cape Palliser Lighthouse, and stop at a winery in Martinborough for wine tasting. You'll even discover Middle-earth at a filming site from 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. Includes lunch and round-trip hotel transport.

Gain entry to Zealandia at night and take a guided tour of Zealandia: The Exhibition, which showcases New Zealand's natural history. Interact with a life-size model moa and Haast's eagle - both extinct - and learn about the country's conservation efforts to preserve other native species. Located just minutes from central Wellington, Zealandia includes a night tour of Sanctuary Valley, a fenced eco-sanctuary and safe haven for endemic animal and bird species such as the nocturnal little spotted kiwi.

Getting around all of Wellington's landmarks and attractions by yourself can be a grind: making sense of bus schedules, working out where the best spots are, finding the time to eat in between activities. This scenic tour offers a chance to visit all the must-see locations highlighted in the travel brochures - the sprawling harbour views of Mount Victoria, the props and memorabilia at Weta Workshop's Weta Cave, the marine life of Te Kopahou Reserve - without having to worry about micromanaging your itinerary.

Go behind the scenes at Weta Workshop to see the creative studio behind 'The Lord of the Rings' and other top films. The crew member-led 'There and Back Again' tour gets you access to the Weta Cave Shop, props and costumes from Weta Workshop projects, and priority seating at a documentary screening, along with a round-trip shuttle from central Wellington that saves you the hassle of coordinating separate transit.

Take an evening tour of the Weta Workshop, a leading special effects and prop studio co-founded by director Peter Jackson, where you'll learn about Wellington's movie-making history. Discover the creative film production process from skilled technicians at the Weta Cave. You may recognize blockbusters such as 'Avatar,' 'The Amazing Spider-Man' and - of course - 'The Lord of the Rings.' Finish with a 3-course dinner at CoCo at the Roxy in the heart of Miramar. Round-trip transport from the Wellington CBD included.

Ever wanted to visit a real shooting stage? Blast off on an incredible journey and discover the Weta Workshop miniatures behind the popular TV series, Thunderbirds Are Go. Enjoy a rare photo opportunity, and get a collectable Thunderbirds Are Go pin to take home.

Experience Zealandia as it transforms from daylight to twilight during this special 2 hour guided experience. See birds returning to the sanctuary to settle into their nests and marvel at the sight of the evening sky and hear the changing sounds of birds from day to night. The fully-fenced, urban eco-sanctuary is located 10-minutes from Wellington central business district.

Explore Wellington's natural and cultural history on a full-day tour that includes the rugged south coast. See exhibits on maritime history at the renowned Museum of Wellington City & Sea, then travel by 4WD to Red Rocks Reserve near Owhiro Bay. Marvel at a New Zealand fur seal colony and sweeping views of Cook Strait and the Tasman Sea while an informative guide shares Maori myths and local birdlife. Enjoy a bistro lunch alongside Wellington Harbour on this small-group tour with a maximum of six people.

The hills around Wellington offer a spectacular backdrop for a cycling tour, but you don't need to worry about biking uphill. This 4-hour electric bike tour takes all the effort out of cycling, so you can concentrate on admiring the sights and enjoying the views.