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Mainland Peninsula

Name: Mainland Peninsula
Brand: Tourworks NZ
SKU: 21060
Price: 190.12 USD
Availability: InStock

Activity Duration (4 to 8 hours)

Moderate

Hosted in English

Mainland Peninsula

Overview

Meet your host

Itinerary

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Overview

About

You’ll see the city, learn about our heritage, and experience the wild peninsula all in one comfortable and interesting tour. Our guide will commentate throughout the journey, and there’s plenty of time to chat and ask as many questions as you like. The Otago Peninsula Eco Tour is included in the price, along with entry to the Larnach Castle gardens. Tours inside the castle are not included.
Dunedin is an ecotourism hub, and we have different attractions for all ages. On our Otago Peninsula tours from Dunedin, you will be able to access all the attractions and explore as much or as little as you like. We’ll also make sure you have plenty of opportunities to photograph the wildlife and scenery.

At a Glance

Ages: Maximum 12
Live Guide: English

Tour Highlight

Dunedin Railway Station
University Of Otago
Baldwin Street – the world’s steepest street!
Signal Hill Lookout
Larnach Castle – New Zealand’s only castle (entry to grounds included, castle entry optional)
Lunch – available at the Ballroom Cafe (own cost)
The OPERA (formerly known as “Penguin Place”) – learn about the endangered yellow-eyed penguins, visit the Penguin Rehabilitation Centre (when penguins are present), and experience a guided tour through the reserve which is home to numerous native plants and animals
Royal Albatross Visitor Centre (entry free) (time dependant)
Discover Estuaries, Native Forests & View White Sand Beaches
Stunning Peninsula Views – including sheep farms and excellent photo spots

What you'll do

This is an approximately 6.5-hour tour of Dunedin city and the Otago Peninsula. Included is entry into Larnach Castle gardens, where there is a cafe. Also included is a 1.5-hour tour of the Opera Eco reserve. Excluded are the tour inside Larnach Castle and any food or refreshments

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.

Start: Pickup at the meeting point.

We can collect/drop you off at your accommodation, cruise ship, or the information centre in the Octagon!

Pickup details

Please be ready 15 minutes before departure. Cruise ship guests should look for a large Tourworks sign inside the cruise ship terminal. Please do NOT leave the terminal or get the bus into town.

Hotel pickup offered

Additional pickup options

We collect from any hotel or motel in the central Dunedin region, just let us know which one.

End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

Below is what you will see during your tour with Tourworks NZ in Dunedin.
1. Dunedin Railway Station - The most photographed building in New Zealand
2. University Of Otago
3. Baldwin Street – the world’s steepest street! Walk to the top if you dare.
4. Signal Hill Lookout. Unsurpassed views of the city and East Coast.
5. Larnach Castle – New Zealand’s only castle (entry to grounds included castle entry optional)
Lunch – available at the Ballroom Cafe (at your own cost)
6. The OPERA (formerly known as “Penguin Place”) – learn about the endangered, yellow-eyed penguins, visit the Penguin Rehabilitation Centre (when penguins are present), and experience a guided tour through the reserve, which is home to numerous native plants and animals
7. Royal Albatross Visitor Centre (entry free) (time-dependent)
8. Discover Estuaries, Native Forests & View White Sand Beaches
9. Stunning Peninsula Views – including sheep farms and excellent photo spots

What is not included?

Entry to the tour inside Larnach Castle
Food or any refreshments

Meet your host

Tourworks NZ

Host since 2026

Hey there! Let me introduce you to Tourworks NZ, a gem of a tour company nestled in Dunedin, New Zealand. Our journey began in 2017, when two friends, proud locals of Dunedin, decided to share their love for the city by showcasing its rich history and stunning sights. What sets us apart is our dedication to providing intimate small group tours – no big buses involved here! Our team of guides and drivers are all locals, bursting with firsthand knowledge and captivating insights that will truly make your tour remarkable. So, if you are eager to discover the authentic charm of Dunedin, hop on one of our small-group tours and experience the real essence of our beloved city!

Itinerary

Dunedin Full-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Mainland Peninsula in Dunedin, New Zealand. This full-day tours experience includes 6 stops over 1 day. Duration: 4 hours. Activity level: Moderate.

No meal included on this day.

No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Baldwin Street

Stop: 20 minutes

You will get to explore:

A brisk early morning walk. Not compulsory.

The world's steepest street. Walk to the top if you dare!

Signal Hill

Stop: 15 minutes

You will get to explore:

Get that special picture with Dunedin city in the background.

A great view of the city and a wonderful spot to get a photo.

Larnach Castle

Stop: 1 hour ·Admission included

You will get to explore:

Try a wide range of food and see a variet of plants and fauna. Great photo opportunities around the grounds.

Visit New Zealand's only castle. Garden entry cost is included. Have lunch or light refreshments (at your own cost) in the Ballroom cafe and explore the very extensive gardens. (The 1-hour self-guided tour inside the castle is not included)

The Opera (Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance)

Stop: 1 hour 30 minutes ·Admission included

You will get to explore:

See penguins up close in the rehab centre (when penguins are present). Take an approximately 1 hour walk through the reserve to view various wildlife and great views of the rugged East coast. An extensive commentary on what the Opera people do to try to help the endangered Yellow Eyed penguins and various othe wild life.

The Opera (Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance)

Learn about the endangered yellow-eyed penguins, visit the Penguin Rehabilitation Centre (when penguins are present), and experience a guided tour through the reserve, which is home to numerous native plants and animals. (Please note there is approximately 1.5 kilometres of walking on this tour up and down steps and uneven ground. This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or disabled people. A moderate degree of fitness is required)

Royal Albatross Centre

Stop: 15 minutes

You will get to explore:

There is a chance you may see these magnificent birds in flight. Also there is gift shopping available here.

Visit Taiaroa Head, home of the Royal Albatross. There is a chance you may see these magnificent birds in flight. Explore the visitor centre, where you can learn more about the colony — and you might spot an albatross soaring overhead if conditions are right. (This stop is dependent on time available)