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Olveston Heritage Tour

City Sights Tour

• Railway Station (an outstanding example of flamish architecture)
• First Church (a classic example of Gothic architecture)
• St Paul's Cathedral (noted for its stone vaulted ceiling)
• Otago Settler's Museum (captures the enterprise of the pioneer era)
• University of Otago (New Zealand's first university)
• Olveston Tour (heritage)

Meet & Greet by a car of your choice. Start at 8.30am and 1pm.

A Scenic City Tour of Dunedin commences at the Dunedin Railway Station. Built in the Flemish Renaissance architectural style the station is considered one of the finest examples of an Edwardian 1827 Railway stations in the country. The tour extends to St Paul’s Cathedral (1868) and First Church (1873). Both are built of white Oamaru stone unique to North Otago

Otago Settlers Museum & University of Otago:

The Otago Settlers' Museum provides a comprehensive historic insight into the development of Otago and the events that elevated Dunedin to the commercial and cultural centre of New Zealand in the mid 1800’s and beyond. This is followed by a drive around the University of Otago New Zealand’s oldest university which was founded in 1869.

Olveston Tour:

At Olveston you will discover David Theomin’s collection of irreplaceable artifacts and priceless treasures. Bronze, cloisonne and ivory from Japan and China. Jade and ceramics, Persian rugs, oriental weaponry and helmets... the list goes on and on. Olveston is special, and an experience not to be missed

Otago Penninsula Eco Tour

• Glenfalloch Garden (rhododendron and exotic flower displays)
• Royal Albatross Centre (world’s only mainland breeding site)
• Monarch (Wildlife Cruise), OR
• Nature's Wonders (Wildlife Experience), OR
• Penguin Place
• Larnach Castle (unique in New Zealand)

Glenfalloch Garden:

Enjoy a scenic drive along Portobello Road to capture the beauty and fragrance of the rhododendrons, azaleas, fuchsias and magnolias displays at Glenfalloch Woodland Garden.

Albatross Centre:

Stop at the world’s only mainland breeding colony of the Royal Northern Albatross and see these magnificent birds close up at the Richdale Observatory. Tour Fort Taiaroa, established in 1885 in response to the perceived threat of invasion from Tsarist Russia. Multiple tunnels beneath the albatross colony house the world’s only fully restored Armstrong Disappearing Gun. Enjoy a leisurely lunch break in this unique environment.

Larnach Castle:

Unique in New Zealand is Larnach Castle. Built in 1871 and set in 14 hectares of native gardens and woodlands Larnach Castle showcases a unique collection of New Zealand and overseas antiques that combine with superb Italian craftsmanship to culminate in a unique experience. Spectacular 360 degree views of Dunedin City are seen from the Castles’s tower.

Lanarch Castle Heritage Tour

City Sights Tour:

• Baldwin Street (the world’s steepest street)
  
• Larnach Castle (unique in New Zealand)

First Church:

Designed by renowned Scottish architect R.A. Lawson, First Church was opened in 1873, twenty five years after the first settlers arrived. This magnificent church was built in white Oamaru stone unique to the Otago region.

University of Otago:

Drive around the University of Otago, New Zealand’s oldest university founded in 1869. The University by maintaining its high academic standards, has status attendant with international recognition. New Zealand's first Medical School and only Dental School are in Dunedin.

Baldwin Street:

Certification of your ascent by foot up the steepest street in the world is recognition of a feat that can expand with the telling to your nearest and dearest... for those of more measured disposition we provide the luxury of ascent by Mercedes or BMW 7 Series.

Larnach Castle:

William Larnach, landowner, Minister of the Crown, banker, financier and merchant baron built the Castle for his beloved first wife, Eliza Jane Guise. Construction began in 1871, with 200 workmen labouring for five years before the family were in residence. European craftsmen worked for a further eleven years to embellish the interiors with the finest materials from around the world.

Attractions include a priceless Venetian glass wall, antique furniture and Victorian articles. From the castle tower commanding 360 degree views of the Peninsula, the City and the Harbour provide a unique overview. Thirty five acres of gardens and shrubs are a backdrop to this unique castle.

The Moeraki Boulders

Mandeville - Turn back the clock

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