Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide

A tour with Gregor is like no other. Emerging business award finalist, Tales From Darkest Dunedin and Gregor Campbell, respected historian and expert story teller has been uncovering forgotten events and people in Dunedin's history. He has been featured in newspapers for his finds and recently on the cover of New Zealand Heritage Magazine for his cemetery tours. Gregor is particularly interested in colonial history, the exchanges between Māori Kāi Tahu, the Scottish and the everyday people that came to make a life here, for better or for worse. And now he's your tour guide!
Gregor's stories of murder, shipwrecks, discovery, heroes and villains are exclusive to Tales From Darkest Dunedin and weave together to give a greater picture of our city and the lives that brought it to where it is today.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: University of Otago, 362 Leith Street, Dunedin 9016 New Zealand

Starting the tour with a quick drive through the university, we see the original old buildings including the Marama Building with ornate features and an interesting story.

Stop At: Northern Cemetery, 40 Lovelock Ave, Dunedin, Dunedin 9016 New Zealand

Drive through the beautiful Northern Cemetery and hear the stories of the famous and everyday people buried there. William Larnach's tomb is here and the architect who designed his properties and tomb among other notable Dunedin buildings.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Baldwin Street: The Steepest Street in the World, Baldwin Street, Dunedin 9010 New Zealand

The world's steepest street! Climb it, look at it, use the toilet facilities, tick it off your bucket list. Whatever you do, Gregor has some fascinating historical stories of the area that he's uncovered in his research.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Dunedin Railway Station, 3074332, Central Dunedin, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

The second most photographed building in the southern hemisphere (second to the Sydney Opera House). Go inside the foyer of the station with its Royal Doulton tiled walls and mosaic floor made with approximately half a million pieces.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: 26/35 Queens Gardens, Dunedin 9054 New Zealand

Queens Gardens, where Dunedin's soldiers paraded before marching off to the Great War and where thousands gather annually to remember those who did not return.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: High Street, Central Dunedin, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

High Street is where wealthy professionals built their large houses and consulting rooms, the surviving buildings are quite beautiful and deserve a look. Which then leads into the 'Devil's Half Acre'. An area of town that was known for mischief and tragedy.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Highgate, Roslyn, Dunedin, New Zealand

Stop for lunch at Luna Bar and Restaurant. A little off the typical tourist track, Luna offers an incredible view of Dunedin, delicious food and a wonderful atmosphere. We come here to support local business and stay away from busy tourist areas. We hope you love it as much as we do! Lunch is not included in tour price.
The current lunch menu:
https://www.lunaroslyn.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/luna-lunch-menu-nov2022.pdf

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Larnach Castle & Gardens, 145 Camp Rd Otago Peninsula, Dunedin New Zealand

Situated on the picturesque Otago Peninsula, Larnach Castle is one of New Zealand’s premier visitor attractions. Lovingly restored by the Barker Family, the Castle and surrounding grounds are at the heart of the Dunedin visitor experience. Take a guided tour with your historian tour guide and learn of the tragic end to the Larnach family.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"We will have approximately 1h30 total driving time between pickup point, attractions and drop off."
"Tour time can be altered to fit in your ship schedule"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 10:00 AM
Duração: 5 To 6 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
You'll be given a text or email (if you leave your email address) when pickup starts. Please be waiting outside your hotel for the van. Pickup may start later than an hour before depending on how many pick ups there are. Cruise ship port pickups will be last and the tour begins straight after.

Ports

• Port Chalmers Wharf, 19 Beach Street, Port Chalmers 9023, New Zealand

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Local guide/driver
• Hotel and cruise ship port pick up and drop off
• Entry to Larnach Castle
• Entry/Admission - Larnach Castle & Gardens

Não Incluído

• Lunch - We will stop at Luna Restaurant and Bar but it is not included in the price

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