2-Day Sightseeing Pass

2-Day Sightseeing Pass runs through Christchurch Attractions. Rated 4.5 across 82 reviews. Runs 2 days. From NZ$122.

Overview

This pass bundles three Christchurch rides into one ticket: a hop on, hop off heritage tram through the central city, a gondola ride up to the Summit Station, and a punt trip along the Avon River in a hand crafted boat. The pass runs across 2 days, so travellers can spread the activities out rather than cramming everything into a single outing. One reviewer recommends leaving a full day to fit in all three activities.

There is no hotel pickup or transport between attractions. Tickets can be collected from the Booking Office in Cathedral Junction or at any of the attractions on arrival.

It suits travellers who are happy arranging their own movements between stops, since every connection is self managed. The pass is not fully wheelchair accessible: punting cannot take wheelchairs, though some trams can take wheelchairs under 220kg and the gondola cabin can fit a wheelchair no wider than 600mm.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Collect ticketsPick up the pass at the Booking Office in Cathedral Junction or at any of the three attractions on arrival.
2. Heritage tram loopAn all day hop on, hop off tram pass with commentary from the driver, covering central city heritage sites.
3. Punting on the AvonA prebooked timeslot is required, arranged by contacting the supplier directly before arrival. Reviewers describe roughly 30 minutes on the river.
4. Gondola and Summit StationRide the gondola for views from the Summit Station. Transport there is not included; the number 8 public bus runs to the site at an additional fare.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape how this pass works day to day.

• Book punting ahead. The tram and gondola accept arrivals during opening hours, but punting requires a prebooked timeslot arranged with the supplier directly, and the listing notes attractions can get very busy when a cruise ship is in port.
• Sort your transport. No transport between attractions is included. Reviewers consistently mention the number 8 bus to the gondola, describing it as inexpensive and convenient, with one noting a cash fare paid on the bus.
• Go early. The tram gets crowded later in the day, and one reviewer said boarding became difficult towards the later part of the day and advised doing the tram early in the day.
• Allow a full day. One reviewer suggests leaving a full day to fit in all three activities. The 2 day window is the easier option, and one reviewer split the gondola onto a separate day.
• Weather matters. The experience requires good weather, and one reviewer rescheduled a rainy morning punt to the afternoon without trouble. Poor weather cancellations come with a different date or a full refund.
• Comfort and access. Small steps and handrails help on the trams, but the listing warns that some people with mobility issues may struggle with tram height and the low level of the punting boats. Infants must sit on laps, and service animals are allowed.

Common issues. Crowding is a recurring theme: one reviewer said the tram got crowded towards the later part of the day and boarding became difficult, while the listing warns attractions get especially busy when a cruise ship is in port, with possible waits at entry. Punting must be prebooked directly with the supplier. The pass is not wheelchair accessible overall, since punting cannot take wheelchairs. A full refund requires cancelling at least 24 hours before the start time.

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