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Experience Scotland - rolling hills, highland lakes, wild coasts and the must see city of Dunedin build by craftsmen in past wealthy times.


 

 

Dunedin City 
 
Dunedin City 
During shopping, walking and driving we witness the great past wealth through the many ornate buildings constructed by bygone craftsmen and engineering when gold wealth reigned.  Planning and architecture is replicated from the old Scottish cities. more> .
 

Chocolate Factory

 

Chocolate Factory
A guided tour of the factory reveals the history and development of the product beginning with tasting the beans. Free samples, the big machines and a two tonne "chocolate fall" are just awesome. more> 

 


World's Steepest Street

 

World's Steepest Street
This unique visit enables you to boast to your friends of another unique achievement.  Getting to the top is a must do challenge when visiting Dunedin. It's fun for photographers too.  more>

 

Museum

 
Museum
Visitors interested in archaeology, marine transport, science insect life, Egyptian culture and Polynesian culture, will gain much from a visit to this first class facility. (Free entry).  Large supporters of this facility include the nearby Otago University. Try the whisper dish - its incredible. more>

Manor House

 

Manor House
KANES
take you there and a local guide shows you one of the zone's most wealthy homes of the grand wealthy years. This is a must see visit to experience the way the rich, innovative citizens made and spent their wealth. more>


Train Excursion

 
Train Excursion
From the famous Dunedin Railway Station we take a  4 hour historic train excursion with tunnels through the high hills around the city, over the fertile Taieri Plains and  the beautiful Taieri River Gorge. Stops made en route let us enjoy the big viaducts and great river views. more>

Harbour Cruise

 
Harbour Cruise
We can take a leisurely cruise on the beautiful, historic shipping harbour surrounded by old volcanoes.  This place is packed with wild life and natural beauty. Commentaries from knowledgeable staff explain the fascinating stories of the settlers and extensive wildlife. more>
 

Moeraki Boulders
 
Moeraki Boulders
We explore giant, round ball-shaped rocks mysteriously scattered along a sandy beach. more>

Historic Oamaru

 
Historic Oamaru
Encounter wonderful 19th century sandstone buildings, some following ancient styles and see the little penguins come home after their day  fishing for their helpless chicks. more>


 


Albatross Colony
 

Albatross Colony
For interested groups KANES arrange a visit to the nesting place of worlds biggest seabird. The visit takes a memorable drive from the city centre. We enjoy excellent displays that lead us through the life of this regal creature. more>

Tunnel Beach Walk

 

Tunnel Beach Walk
KANES
invite us to an exclusive beach enclosed by high cliffs where the only access is via a secret tunnel and a 30 min walk. This was once the preserve of a wealthy trader. more>

 

Southern most place

 

Southern most place
Just 30 min south of Invercargill a photo is a boast that you have been there, this far south.  On the way we pass around the zone's southern harbour and its town, Bluff. more>


Castle 

Castle
Wealth displayed.  This is said to be New Zealand's only true castle. Its location, intricate interior design, and gardens are outstanding. more>
 

Brewery Visit
 
Brewery Visit
Take an award-winning, informative and interactive tour through a working brewery and heritage centre. This is a fully guided tour which takes about 90 minutes.  Learn the history of beer making, the brewing process and how to make traditional wooden beer casks. more>
 
 

Aluminum Factory
Aluminum Factory
Special factory visits near Invercargill can be arranged for guests to view this huge complex at the southernmost location of New Zealand. more>
 

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