Customize your Dunedin adventure with Rams Bottom Tours’ Private Tour, where you pick the sights—from the world’s steepest street to craft brewery tastings. Perfect for travelers who want a personal, flexible way to engage with this vibrant New Zealand city.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking and light activity throughout the day.
Wildlife
History
Dunedin’s architecture and university reflect its Scottish settler heritage, with many buildings dating back to the late 19th century gold rush era.
Conservation
Local initiatives like the Orokonui Ecosanctuary protect native bush and wildlife, promoting ecological restoration in the Otago region.
Rams Bottom Tours
Customize your Dunedin adventure with Rams Bottom Tours’ Private Tour, where you pick the sights—from the world’s steepest street to craft brewery tastings. Perfect for travelers who want a personal, flexible way to engage with this vibrant New Zealand city.
Rams Bottom Tours is a Dunedin, Otago-based tour operator offering a range of guided experiences that showcase the region’s history, architecture and coastal landscapes.
Operating from Dunedin, the company runs a set of curated day trips and half-day tours designed for small groups and private travellers. Its signature itinerary includes the Larnach Castle & Best of Dunedin City Sights Day Tour, which combines a visit to Larnach Castle and its gardens with highlights such as Baldwin Street and the historic railway station. For newcomers and students, the Welcome to Dunedin Tour provides a local introduction to the city’s shopping, dining and cultural hotspots.
Rams Bottom Tours also offers fully private tours that let guests customise their itinerary, choosing from iconic sites, brewery and distillery tastings, or off-the-beaten-path viewpoints. The City Sights half-day tour focuses on landmarks like the Railway Station, Otago Boys High School and Signal Hill viewpoints. For visitors arriving by ship, the Cruise Ship Day Tour includes city sights, a distillery visit and lunch designed to fit cruise schedules.
Guides are described as experienced local guides and passionate locals who lead tours in modern, comfortable transport. Small-group settings, personalised private options and combined sightseeing with local tastings form the core of the experience. Rams Bottom Tours positions itself as a reliable Dunedin operator for visitors seeking guided, well-paced exploration of the city and nearby highlights. Booking details, group sizes and meeting points are provided when reserving each tour to ensure clear logistics for travellers, and local accessibility information.
Tours Offered
6 tours
Curated city and day trips
Small Groups
Small groups
Comfortable, guided experiences
Private Tours
Available
Customisable itineraries on request
Cruise-Friendly
Cruise ship day tour
Day tours tailored to ship schedules
Reserve small-group or private tours to Larnach Castle, city sights, distillery visits and cruise-friendly itineraries today.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
Expect some walking to fully enjoy accessible sites like Baldwin Street and Larnach Castle.
Bring a Water Bottle
Keep hydrated during your 6-hour tour, especially if it’s a warm day.
Check Weather Forecast
Weather can change quickly; layering is advised to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Legal Drinking Age Applies
Those joining brewery tastings must be 18+ to drink, though younger guests are welcome on tours.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Supportive shoes aid in negotiating steep streets and garden paths comfortably.
Layered Clothing
Dunedin’s weather varies; layers help maintain comfortable body temperature throughout the tour.
Reusable Water Bottle
Hydration is important, especially during warmer months and extended outdoor stops.
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Camera or Smartphone
Capture memorable views of Baldwin Street, historic architecture, and scenic lookouts.