Christchurch Tramway Restaurant Dinner Tour

Sit back in luxury on a 36-seater air-conditioned, colonial style dining tram and be treated to the finest service, cuisine and beverages New Zealand has to offer. See Cathedral Square, Botanical Gardens and the River Avon glide past your windows.

Christchurch is famous for its fabulous dining, entertainment, breathtaking scenery and cultural heritage. Combine all of the above onboard the Christchurch Tramway Restaurant where dining is not only a culinary delight but also a trip back into history.

Dinner Package Options:

• Rolleston Dinner Package - includes four-couse meal (starter, entree, main and dessert) with welcome drink, tea and coffee
• Cathedral Dinner Package - includes five-course meal (starter, entre, main, dessert and cheeseboard) with all selected bevereges including quality New Zealand wines, beer, spirits, juice, tea and coffee

This is a very popular Dinner Tour and is usually booked out in advance, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings, to avoid dissapointment book now!

Schedule details

Christchurch Tramway Restaurant

Departure Point:

The Tram Station Stop Cathedral Junction

Departure Time:

• 7:30pm (September - May)
• 7:00pm (June - August)

Return Details:

Guests can disembark at any stops along the Christchurch Tramway Route.

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Tour options:

Additional information

Christchurch Tramway Restaurant Dinner Tour

Inclusions:

• Christchurch Tramway inner city tour route
• 4 or 5-course dinner (depends on option selected)
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions:

• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• The tram can accommodate a maximum of 36 people. Smoking is strictly prohibited. There is a bathroom on board.
• Dress code is smart casual. Suit or similar dress is recommended
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

Itinerary:

STARTERS

• Freshly baked breads with roasted chick peas, Mexican veggie dip and a pumpkin cream

ENTREES

• Oven baked mussels baked with a garlic and Parmesan crust and drizzled with a chili and sesame dressing
• Chicken and apricot vol au vent with a creamy paprika sauce
• Roast tomato and capsicum soup topped with sour cream and crispy bacon (Dairy Free)

MAINS

• Racks of lamb coated in a garlic and thyme crust, on gratin potatoes, vegetable ratatouille finished with sage jus
• Crispy filo parcel stuffed full of tasty mushrooms and herbs on a pool of white wine cream sauce, served with a timbale of spinach and rice
• Coq au Vin chicken drumsticks cooked in red wine, with a vanilla scented potato mash (Dairy Free / Gluten Free)
• Fish of the Day baked in white wine, chili and lemon, placed on a bed of egg noddles and a fresh tomato and basil salsa (Dairy Free)

DESSERTS

• Cheesecake marbled with dark and white chocolate on a pool of vanilla pod creme anglaise
• Apple Tart sliced apples encased in a crisp puff pastry case with a sweet caramel sauce

FIFTH COURSE (only available with the Cathedral Dinner Package)

• New Zealand cheeseboard -  a trio of hard, soft and veined fine New Zealand cheeses served with sesame crackers, dried fruits and nuts

BEVERAGES ( only available with the Cathedral Dinner Package)

• An extensive beverage selection including quality New Zealand wines, beer, spirits, juice, tea and coffee

The above choices are subject to change. The number of courses available will depend on which dining option you choose.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.