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Day Trips from Christchurch: Compare 109 Options

Independent comparison Prices checked October 4, 2026 Prices shown in NZD 109 options compared

Our top pick is TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip (10 h, ★ 4.9 (497)). Well-rated options start at 199 NZD from, per person, and 101 of 109 options offer free cancellation.

Our picks

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Best overall

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

10 h · ★ 4.9 (497) 380 NZD from, per person
Free cancellation Likely to sell out
Highest weighted rating of 15 options with 50+ reviews. Check availability
Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings
Lowest price

Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings

5.5 h · ★ 4.5 (513) 199 NZD from, per person
Free cancellation
Lowest starting price among the well-rated options. Check availability
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic
Shortest

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic

5 h · ★ 5.0 (70) 350 NZD from, per person
Free cancellation Likely to sell out
Shortest well-rated option, if you are short on time. Check availability

Compare the options

Option Duration Rating Price Book
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Free cancellation Likely to sell out
10 h ★ 4.9 (497) 380 NZD
from, per person		 Check
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Free cancellation
13 h ★ 4.9 (387) 275 NZD
from, per person		 Check
Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch
Free cancellation
5.5 h ★ 4.9 (163) 249 NZD
from, per person		 Check
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
Free cancellation Likely to sell out
9 h ★ 4.8 (379) 335 NZD
from, per person		 Check
Mt Cook & Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch (lunch included)
Free cancellation
13 h ★ 4.8 (242) 299 NZD
from, per person		 Check
Discover Christchurch Tour
Free cancellation
6 h ★ 5.0 (140) 399 NZD
from, per person		 Check
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic
Free cancellation Likely to sell out
5 h ★ 5.0 (70) 350 NZD
from, per person		 Check
Day Trip Sheep Farm, Lunch, Winery & Christchurch sightseeing.
Free cancellation
6 h ★ 5.0 (63) 345 NZD
from, per person		 Check
Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour
9 h ★ 4.8 (311) 895 NZD
from, per person		 Check
Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings
Free cancellation
5.5 h ★ 4.5 (513) 199 NZD
from, per person		 Check

Explore all 109 options

  1. TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
    TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip 10 h · ★ 4.9 (497)
    Free cancellation Likely to sell out
    380 NZD from, per person Check availability
  2. Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
    Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch 13 h · ★ 4.9 (387)
    Free cancellation
    275 NZD from, per person Check availability
  3. Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch
    Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch 5.5 h · ★ 4.9 (163)
    Free cancellation
    249 NZD from, per person Check availability
  4. Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
    Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch 9 h · ★ 4.8 (379)
    Free cancellation Likely to sell out
    335 NZD from, per person Check availability
  5. Mt Cook & Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch (lunch included)
    Mt Cook & Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch (lunch included) 13 h · ★ 4.8 (242)
    Free cancellation
    299 NZD from, per person Check availability
  6. Discover Christchurch Tour
    Discover Christchurch Tour 6 h · ★ 5.0 (140)
    Free cancellation
    399 NZD from, per person Check availability
  7. Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic
    Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Godley Head Coastal Hike with Picnic 5 h · ★ 5.0 (70)
    Free cancellation Likely to sell out
    350 NZD from, per person Check availability
  8. Day Trip Sheep Farm, Lunch, Winery & Christchurch sightseeing.
    Day Trip Sheep Farm, Lunch, Winery & Christchurch sightseeing. 6 h · ★ 5.0 (63)
    Free cancellation
    345 NZD from, per person Check availability
  9. Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour
    Arthur's Pass Discovery and TranzAlpine Train - Small Group Tour 9 h · ★ 4.8 (311)
    895 NZD from, per person Check availability
  10. TranzAlpine Train to Arthur's Pass from Christchurch with Lunch
    TranzAlpine Train to Arthur's Pass from Christchurch with Lunch 10 h · ★ 5.0 (47)
    Free cancellation
    449 NZD from, per person Check availability
  11. Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings
    Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings 5.5 h · ★ 4.5 (513)
    Free cancellation
    199 NZD from, per person Check availability
  12. Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch
    Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch 13 h · ★ 4.5 (238)
    Free cancellation
    299 NZD from, per person Check availability
  13. Arthur's Pass with optional TranzAlpine Train (Small Group Tour)
    Arthur's Pass with optional TranzAlpine Train (Small Group Tour) 8 h · ★ 4.9 (16)
    Free cancellation
    579 NZD from, per person Check availability
  14. Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch
    Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch 9.5 h · ★ 4.6 (305)
    Likely to sell out
    290 NZD from, per person Check availability
  15. Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
    Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train 9.5 h · ★ 4.6 (234)
    Likely to sell out
    495 NZD from, per person Check availability
  16. Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Tours + TranzAlpine Train & Lunch
    Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Tours + TranzAlpine Train & Lunch 10 h · ★ 4.5 (126)
    Free cancellation
    425 NZD from, per person Check availability
  17. Tranz Alpine Train Tour
    Tranz Alpine Train Tour 9 h · ★ 4.8 (95)
    750 NZD from, per person Check availability
  18. Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour
    Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour 5 h–7 h · ★ 5.0 (16)
    Free cancellation
    625 NZD from, per person Check availability
  19. Lyttelton Shore Excursion City Highlights with 3 best Attractions
    Lyttelton Shore Excursion City Highlights with 3 best Attractions 7 h · New
    Free cancellation
    235 NZD from, per person Check availability
  20. Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
    Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill 10 h · ★ 4.6 (40)
    Free cancellation
    225 NZD from, per person Check availability
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