Garden Tours · NEW ZEALAND
Good garden tours in New Zealand fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 6 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Larnach Castle and Gardens near Dunedin, covering its history, views, gardens, value, access, timing, and practical tips.
“Lovely self guided tour inside Lanarch Castle and walking around the surrounding gardens. Very beautiful and peaceful. Very detailed information provided about the history of the castle. Great way to spend the weekend. We spent about 2 hours there.”
See Dunedin’s top sights from Port Chalmers, including Baldwin Street, Signal Hill, the Botanic Garden, and Railway Station.
“Super tour of the city and area. The only way to get around and see the sights when only in port for a few hours. Our driver was the best!”
Explore Sculptureum near Auckland, with three gardens, six galleries, 800 artworks, quirky sculptures, wine, coffee, and family appeal.
“The artwork and glass art inside the building is fabulous. The gardens and the sculptures are beautiful. The driftwood sculptures of the horses and the whale are amazing. The bronze sculptures were just lovely. I loved the boy pushing the girl on the swing. The sculpture of the boy holding the dolphin is apparently an early work by Leonardo Da Vinci and is quite stunning.”
Review of the Hobbiton and Hamilton Gardens day tour from Auckland, with itinerary details, guide insight, value, transport, and booking advice.
“Our driver was really friendly, fun and informative on the drive to and from Hobbiton. Water and snacks were provided and we stopped for a coffee break on the way. Would recommend and use again”
Review of the Auckland Hobbiton and Hamilton Gardens tour, with itinerary, value, transport, walking tips, and advice on who should book.
“Joe was a great tour guide. The van was very comfortable. Hobbiton was fantastic, not to be missed even if you’re not a movie geek. Every group of 40 or so are spaced out over time so you get a chance to see everything up close and take pictures. So many photo ops! Hamilton gardens are beautiful and interestingly designed. Each element is walled off with hedges so the experience is encapsulated. Wandering on your own gives you a great chance to explore each crated space.”
Review of a private 2-day Auckland tour to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua, and Hamilton Gardens, with transport, tickets, and hotel included.
“Vendu comme une excursion privative avec choix de la langue en francais. La seule chose en francais furent le booklet de 2 pages remis a Hobbiton. Pour le reste un chauffeur muet qui nous a fait faire beaucoup de route pour revenir sur noRead more”
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