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Private Shore Excursion Packhorse Hut Walking Tour
Private Shore Excursion Packhorse Hut Walking Tour
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Private Shore Excursion Packhorse Hut Walking Tour

By Adventure by Nature
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,299 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • 7h
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Overview

On this stunning journey to Packhorse Hut, we visit all four of the historic “rest houses” that were once part of a grand walking experience over the Port Hills. The hut is situated on a saddle above Lyttelton Harbour with unforgettable views of the Harbour and Banks Penninsula.

After being collected from the port, your tour travels along the stunning coastal road to Governors Bay. You then drive up Dyers Pass to the stop at the Sign of the Kiwi and head south along Summit Road to Gebbies Pass.

Our walk starts and finishes at Gebbie’s Pass which is approximately 11km (6.8 Mi) and takes most groups 3-4 hrs of walking to reach the hut and return to Gebbie’s Pass, including a lunch break at Packhorse Hut.

On the return journey, we return to Gebbies Pass then follow the scenic coastal road back to Lyttelton.

This tour does not require minimum numbers to run. It is ideally suited to individuals, couples and small groups looking for a private and unique tour.

Activity location

  • Sign of the Takahe
    • 200 Hackthorne Road
    • 8022, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Norwich Quay
    • Norwich Quay
    • 8082, Lyttelton, Canterbury, New Zealand

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7-8 Person Private Tour
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h7h
  • English

Private Tour
Lunch, snacks & hot drinks

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
NZ$1,849.00 x 1 TravellerNZ$1,849.00
Total
Price is NZ$1,849.00
Until Sat, 25 Jan
5-6 Person Private Tour
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h7h
  • English

Private Tour
Lunch, snacks & hot drinks

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
NZ$1,749.00 x 1 TravellerNZ$1,749.00
Total
Price is NZ$1,749.00
Until Sat, 25 Jan
3-4 person Private tour
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h7h
  • English

Private Tour
Lunch, snacks & hot drinks

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
NZ$1,649.00 x 1 TravellerNZ$1,649.00
Total
Price is NZ$1,649.00
Until Sat, 25 Jan
1-2 Person Private Tour
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h7h
  • English

Private Tour
Lunch, snacks & hot drinks

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
NZ$1,299.00 x 1 TravellerNZ$1,299.00
Total
Price is NZ$1,299.00
Until Sat, 25 Jan

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedCoffee and/or Tea
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAlcoholic Drinks

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Sign of the Takahe
  • 30m
From Christchurch central city we drive for 20 minutes to the Sign of the Takahe, an historic building and cafe. We'll then stop for photos here for 10 minutes.
Sign of the Kiwi Cafe
  • 20m
From the Sign of the Takahe, we'll drive 10 minutes to the Sign of the Kiwi, where we will stop for photos for 10 minutes.
Sign of the Bellbird
  • 40m
We'll drive to the Sign of the Bellbird and stop for morning tea.
Packhorse Hut
  • 4h 30m
We will drive to the start of Packhorse Hut, Te Ara Pātaka/Summit Walkway. We will then walk to Packhorse Hut, have lunch, and return to the car park.
Lyttelton
  • 1h
After completing the walk, the return journey follows the coastal road around Lyttleton Harbour, passing through the small settlement of Governors Bay before heading back to the port in Lyttelton.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSign of the Takahe
    • 200 Hackthorne Road
    • 8022, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLENorwich Quay
    • Norwich Quay
    • 8082, Lyttelton, Canterbury, New Zealand

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