CHRISTCHURCH · GONDOLA TOURS
The rides worth taking, reviewed.
The 6 christchurch gondola tours travellers reach for first, set side by side. How long the ride lasts, what you glide past or rise above, who runs it, and what a seat costs.
A full-day Christchurch combo: ride the historic tram hop-on hop-off loop, then take the gondola up Mount Cavendish for big views and time at the summit.
Most Popular“Good Gondola trip and vintage team tour. Especially good for the Discovery Drive and café at the hilltop.”
Hop on a vintage tram, get punted down the Avon River, then ride the Christchurch Gondola for 360-degree views from Port Hills.
“Amazing experience and enjoyed every moment of our visit to Christchurch”
Christchurch Gondola ride to Port Hills for 360 views, the Discovery Ride, and snacks at Red Rock Café, $25 per person.
“Was so beautiful 😍 was personally much needed time alone and what better way than to marvel at the stunning creation of this world.”
Ride the Christchurch Gondola to Mt Cavendish crater rim for panoramic views, a history film, nature walks, and optional Avon River punting.
“This was a great experience - we booked the tix - then, on site, added the all-day tram. Discount was applied. Easily accessed getting to the gondola using ship’s free shuttle into Lyttleton then hopped on the #8 bus. After the gondola, hopped back on the #8 to the city bus terminal (clean and user…”
Edwardian punt on the Avon River plus the Christchurch Gondola for 360° Alpine views, Discovery ride, and Red Rock Café.
“Not value for money and not a a unique experience”
Private 8-hour Christchurch day tour with Gondola views, Lyttelton Harbour, Sumner Beach, Botanic Gardens, and optional Antarctic Centre and museums.
“Felt very rushed at the botanical gardens. Only had 40 mins and need at least 1 1/2 hours. When booking, could only book and pay for four people even though there were only 2 of us.”
Canal gondolas and sky gondolas, candlelit drifts and summit climbs, in the places that do them best.
