WELLINGTON

NZ’S ULTIMATE URBAN DESTINATION

The nation’s capital is an unforgettable city nestled between a beautiful harbour and rolling hills. Sophisticated yet friendly, this compact city has great shopping, arts and culture, a vibrant nightlife, and enough cafés and restaurants per head to rival New York.

DRIVING DISTANCES:

WELLINGTON TO: Auckland 650 kms, 9 hrs 30 mins

Rotorua 460 kms, 6 hrs 30 mins

Taupō 370 kms, 5 hrs 20 mins

Masterton 100 kms, 1 hr 20 mins

Napier 320 kms, 4 hrs 30 mins

SPECIAL EVENTS:

Aug 2023 - Visa on a Plate

Aug 2023 - Beervana

Sep – Oct 2023 - World of Wearable Arts Awards Show

TOP NATURAL ATTRACTIONS:

» Stunning 360 degree city and harbour views from the Mount Victoria Lookout.

» Go kiwi spotting on a nocturnal tour at Zealandia, the Karori wildlife experience.

» Relax at the inner city beach at Oriental Bay.

» Catch the iconic Wellington Cable Car to the Botanic Gardens.

CULTURE, HERITAGE AND SHOPPING:

» Te Papa is Australasia’s most visited museum and is definitely a ‘must-do’. The USA Washington Post described it as “one of the most ambitiously eclectic museums in the world”.

» Wellington is home to the Royal New Zealand Ballet, New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, The New Zealand Opera and the national dance and drama schools, all perform regularly in town.

» Courtney Place is the nightlife capital, full of restaurants, bars, cafés and theatres.

» Cuba Street is the Bohemian alternative quarter capturing the city’s creative pulse.

WELLINGTON Willis Wellington Hotel

Located centrally on Willis Street in the funky, cosmopolitan Cuba Quarter, Willis Wellington Hotel is just a short walk from the CBD and is in the heart of Wellington's cool café culture. Surrounded by superb award-wining restaurants and bars, sophisticated shopping and leisure attractions, the hotel offers stylish, well-appointed, contemporary accommodation.

WELLINGTON CITY Ramada by Wyndham Wellington

Stay in the heart of the central business district and enjoy free WiFi, a gym, and well-appointed guest rooms at Ramada by Wyndham Wellington. Just eight kms from Wellington International Airport and two kms from Wellington Station, our modern, non-smoking hotel is walking distance from the scenic Wellington Waterfront Walk, the restaurants, cafés, bars, and shops of lively Cuba Street.

WELLINGTON CITY Atura Wellington

Located on the outskirts of the city, nestled in the leafy suburb of Thorndon, Atura Wellington is within comfortable walking distance of Lambton Quay shopping, vibrant waterfront dining and Sky Stadium. On-site, enjoy locals’ favourite, Frankie’s Bar & Eatery, free Wi-Fi and room service. End a day of exploring Wellington’s urban gems with Atura’s fresh and comfy accommodation rooms.

Conveniently located in a quiet urban setting, just 2.6km from Wellington Airport and 6km from the city centre. The hotel offers a number of accessible and interconnecting rooms. Other features include an outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour reception and room service, restaurant and bar, free 24-hour airport shuttle, and free car parking for up to five days.

WELLINGTON AIRPORT Rydges Wellington Airport

This 4-star hotel is fully integrated with the main terminal building to provide unparalleled convenience for all our guests. Rydges Wellington Airport features 134 stylish and comfortable hotel rooms, with modern furnishings and amenities throughout. We encourage our guests to take full advantage of our free, unlimited WiFi and 24-hour room service, as well as our on-site gymnasium. Wellington Airport is located just a 20-minute drive from the Wellington CBD. Offering unrivalled convenience and incredible styling.

Ibis Wellington

Featuring contemporary guest rooms in the heart of the city, near the bustle of Lambton Quay and within walking distance of Parliament Buildings, TSB Arena, Westpac Stadium and Te Papa. Accessible rooms available. Amenities include a restaurant and bar (breakfast, lunch and dinner), room service, 24-hour reception, and car parking (paid direct).

WELLINGTON CITY Travelodge Wellington

WELLINGTON CITY Novotel Wellington

Set in the heart of the vibrant capital city amidst world-class shopping and dining, the hotel is only a short stroll from the waterfront, historic Wellington Cable Car, railway station, and many other visitor attractions.

Featuring 24-hour reception and room service, gym, free unlimited WiFi, accessible rooms, restaurant, bar, and on-site parking (paid direct).

WELLINGTON CITY Oaks Wellington

Oaks Wellington Hotel offers modern accommodation in the heart of Wellington’s entertainment precinct. Boasting spectacular views and within close proximity to the waterfront, the hotel features a range of convenient amenities including an on-site restaurant and bar, meeting and gym facilities. Offering hotel room, studio and 2 bedroom apartments, the hotel’s fresh and contemporary look pays homage to the building’s history providing guests with a beautiful mix of history and style.

WELLINGTON CITY Copthorne Oriental Bay

Situated in a premier location overlooking the stunning harbour, only 10 minutes from the city’s shopping and entertainment hub. Te Papa Museum, Mount Victoria Lookout, Embassy Theatre, and a large selection of dining options are within walking distance. Each room features a balcony with views of the harbour or city. On-site restaurant and cocktail lounge and WiFi.

WELLINGTON CITY Movenpick Wellington

Overlooking vibrant Cuban Quarter, the hotel is a short walk from restaurants, shopping and Te Papa. Fully refurbished guest rooms provide elegant sanctuaries and the on-site restaurants and bar offers a unique dining experience and panoramic views. Accessible facilities available. Amenities include 24-hour receptions, room service, indoor lap pool, gym, sauna, WiFi and car parking.

Wellington is surrounded by exceptional dining and entertainment options. With access to the shopping precinct of Lambton Quay and minutes from iconic attractions including Te Papa Museum, The Cable Car, Botanical Gardens and the Waterfront. Modern facilities include restaurant, bar, 24 hour reception, onsite valet parking, wifi, fitness centre, room service, connectable LCD TV and iPod/iPad® dock.

WELLINGTON CITY Rydges Wellington

Centrally located downtown, within walking distance of Lambton Quay, Westpac Stadium, Queens Wharf, and the railway station. With a unique combination of harbour and city outlooks, rooms are flooded with natural light from full-length windows. Amenities include restaurant and bar, 24-hour reception, free WiFi, fitness studio, spa, sauna, and lap pool.

WELLINGTON CITY CityLife Wellington

Soak up the atmosphere of New Zealand’s cultural capital. Situated on Lambton Quay, you’ll find the best shopping, visitor attractions, and cultural landmarks within easy walking distance of these serviced apartments. Dinner available delivered from selected local eateries, 24-hour reception, complimentary WiFi, gym, and car parking (paid direct).

WELLINGTON CITY

Fall down the rabbit hole and lose yourself in signature QT quirk and bustling harbourside vibe, located across the street from Te Papa. Art, eccentric design and exquisite textures invite you to discover this luxury, inner-city hotel featuring the award-winning restaurant, Hippopotamus, bar, lobby lounge, free Wi-Fi, gym and valet car parking.

Kapiti Island Overnight Stay

Whether you're a local or visiting from overseas, seeing Kiwi in their natural habitat is an experience not to be missed. Kapiti Island is home to over 1,200 Little Spotted Kiwi (LSK), making it the most prolific population of LS Kiwi to be found, and one of the most reliable opportunities to see them in the wild. Spend the night and enjoy our famous hospitality and delicious meals, surrounded by stunning native bush and some of our most rare and beautiful native birds. Make yourself at home in our coastal bungalow Ensuite option. This classic Kiwi bach offers comfort and convenience, and priceless ocean view out across Waiorua bay. With 2 bedrooms, toilet and shower facilities.

INCLUDES:

• Ferry transport to/from Kapiti Island

• Introductory talk and welcome from one of our experienced nature guides

• Afternoon ferry transport from Rangatira to the Lodge at the north end of the island

• Unique overnight accommodation in Cabin accommodation

• Wonderful meals cooked by our Chef at the Lodge (dinner, breakfast and lunch provided, you will need to bring a packed lunch for day one) including complimentary New Zealand wines & beers

• A night time guided Kiwi spotting walk with an experienced and knowledgable guide

• Department of Conservation permits.

Craft Beer Tour – Visit four of Wellington and the Hutt Valley's best craft breweries with tastings of their amazing products at each location. The tour includes: A tipple at award-winning Kereru Brewery including brewery tour, A tasting paddle at Panhead Brewery in Brewtown, A stop at Baylands Brewery in Petone for a tasting, Finally, you'll visit the inimitable, Tuatara Brewery Temple of Taste

Martinborough Wine & Foodie Tour - Enjoy a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges before tantalizing your taste buds with tastings at five of our tasting partners. The tour includes: Winery tour with tastings and lunch, A tour of Olivo olive oil grove, Beer tasting at Martinborough Brewery, Tastings at C'est Cheese and Schoc.

Operated by Zozo Travel

Craft Beer Tour

Martinborough Wine & Foodie Tour

Kapiti Island Nature Tours

Per Person

Xplor Tours

Take on board the best the Wellington region has to offer with informative and entertaining Wellington tours. From Wellington sightseeing tours including Lord of the Rings sites, the Weta Cave and other city highlights.

Half Day LOTR Tour - This tour is more than just visiting filming sites… Your guide will share fascinating littleknown gems relating to the filming at each site, and you will want to watch the films all over again once you have done this informative tour. You will also visit Weta Workshop and be part of a guided tour through the workshop to see how props plus weaponry are made, and possibly meet some of the artists at work. The second part of this guided Weta experience will take you through the actual stage set for Thunderbirds, which is fascinating for any age group

Full Day LOTR Tour - This tour will encompass everything listed in the half day tour, but in addition will visit more filming locations in the Hutt Valley, and a lunch will be provided.

Half Day Wellington Highlights - This half day tour takes in breath-taking scenic views and photo opportunities around picturesque and unforgettably beautiful Wellington. We give a taste of why Wellington has been voted internationally the most liveable city twice in recent years.

Adult Child

1/2 Day LOTR Tour $164 $82

Full Day LOTR Tour $267 $133

1/2 Day Wellington Highlights $100 $56

Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand's most important Nature Reserves, rich in conservation activity and history. The tour departs Wellington daily at 7.00am bound for Paraparaumu Beach, roughly a 1-hour drive North. Learn of the incredible history featuring heroic Maori warriors, as well as some of the world's first dedicated conservationists. Your guide will walk with you and help you identify the flora and fauna around you as you enjoy a huge range of endemic New Zealand bird life. Enjoy a delicious cooked lunch with the whanau (family) at the Lodge, followed by independent walking, or relaxation! You can expect to see some of our most beautiful and endangered birds including kaka, takahe, hihi, korimako (bellbird), weka and more! This is New Zealand sightseeing and natural experience at its best.

Adult Child (4-14yrs)

Full Day Tour ex Wellington $344 $267

ZEALANDIA ECO-SANCTUARY

ZEALANDIA by Day - Join a two hour exploration of Wellington’s eco-sanctuary lead by an expert guide. Tours depart daily at 10am, 11am and 1pm. Venture into the sanctuary to discovery the riches of New Zealand’s flora and fauna at its very best. See the critically endangered takahē – only 300 remain in New Zealand. See bird species that have been successfully reintroduced into the mainland by ZEALANDIA, e.g. the busy tīeke (saddleback), the bright hihi, kākā (bush parrot), kākāriki, tūī and bellbirds.

ZEALANDIA by Night - Walk through the gates of the predator-proof fence and hear the evening birdsong that has been absent on mainland New Zealand for more than a century. Explore the valley by torchlight as your guide leads you in search of many of the rare and endangered species and see those which only come out at night. Your group may see some of the 130 little spotted kiwi who call ZEALANDIA home. Tours depart nightly, 30 minutes before sunset (tour time will be confirmed upon booking).

Adult Child

ZEALANDIA by Day (Child: 5-17yrs) $58 $29

ZEALANDIA by Night (Child: 12-17yrs) $91 $46

Twilight Tour $91 $46

Dive head-first into a world of movie magic in Wellington, New Zealand, and journey through the creative design and physical effects facility, Wētā Workshop, with a guided round trip.

In part one, explore real props, costumes and creatures created for your favourite films, from Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit to Avatar, District 9 and Mulan, and many more iconic movies. Interact with cool stuff from our creative departments and catch an artist at work on our tour stage.

Part two sees you step on to a real shooting stage and enter our world of miniatures and modelmaking. Discover the filmmaking technique of miniature effects and learn how they are built for hit TV and film productions. Wander through monumental miniatures from Thunderbirds Are Go and discover how we fit an entire island, cityscape, and mansion under one roof!

In addition, we also include the option for a return transfer from Wellington i-SITE in the city centre to the Wētā Workshop Experience in Miramar. Our knowledgeable driver will highlight and talk about the iconic film sites of Wellington – a UNESCO City Of Film - as you journey across the city.

Departs: Fri – Sun at 9.15am, 10.15am, 11.15am, 12.45pm & 1.45pm. *Family and child pricing available

Adult Child (6-12yrs)

Wētā Workshop Experience (1.5 hours) $50 $26

Wētā Workshop Experience + Creative Workshops Combo (2.5 hours) $81 $81

There and Back Again (Tour & Guided Transport) $91 56