Cultural food Tours
Experience Ōtautahi, Christchurch through a deeper, more personal lens on a small group tour with Āmiki. Led by passionate local indigenous Māori guides, these intimate experiences are designed to foster connection, conversation, and cultural exchange.
With group sizes kept intentionally small, you’ll enjoy a relaxed pace, exclusive access to hidden gems, and the chance to engage meaningfully with your guide and fellow travellers.
Whether you're exploring the city’s laneways, tasting local cuisine or hearing stories passed down through generations, every moment is enriched by the warmth of manaakitanga (hospitality) and whanaungatanga (connection).
Arrive as strangers, leave as friends.
CITY MEANDER
Two hour tour and tastings
Our original tour!
Discover cultural treasure hidden in plain sight and experience the many flavours the city has to offer. This two hour inner city walk with tasting stops is a perfect way to explore the inner city of Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Wander the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch with Āmiki Tours and experience the city like a local. City Meander is a guided walking tour through the vibrant inner city, where Māori culture, settler history, and contemporary local flavours come together. From ancient legends to modern tastes, explore Christchurch as you’ve never seen it.
Led by local Māori indigenous guides, you will stroll through laneways, sample artisan treats, and connect with the spirit of the city in a warm, welcoming way.
Kai Bites
Two and a half hour foodie lunch
Discover cultural treasure hidden in plain sight and experience the many flavours the city has to offer. This two hour and a half hour inner city walk with kai stops is a perfect way to explore the inner city of Ōtautahi Christchurch.
This tour includes our Ōtautahi Hikoi stops and incorporates our guiding principles fo manaakitanga (hospitality) and whanaugatanga (connection) including how important the act of sharing kai (food) is for Māori.
We have personally picked out some of iconic kiwi flavours and bites created by locals with their own beautiful stories. Our cultural food tours celebrate the diversity that is modern day Ōtautahi Christchurch. From stories of historically gathering mahinga kai on the banks of the river to tasting some of our finest modern day flavours, this tour is a journey for the senses.
Hidden Gems
90 Minute City Sights
Following the footsepts of our tipuna (ancestors) we meander our way along the city laneways and river, sharing Māori and settler stories demonstrating how we are kaitiaki (guardians) for the future.
Discover Christchurch’s soul in just 90 minutes. Journey through the heart of Ōtautahi with passionate local Māori (indigenous) lguides who share their Māori culture, myths and legends, settler history, and the city’s vibrant post earthquake evolution.
Begin with a traditional Māori welcome before exploring laneways, gardens, and riverside paths that reveal Christchurch’s hidden treasures. This immersive walking tour blends storytelling, architecture, and indigenous wisdom, offering a deeper connection to the land and its people. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, you’ll leave with fresh insights, unforgettable memories, and a sense of belonging.
Arrive as strangers and leave as friends.
Insider Intel
Go deeper into Ōtautahi Christchurch with Āmiki Tours’ Insider Intel experience. This intimate walking tour offers exclusive access to the city’s untold stories, hidden spaces, and cultural layers that most visitors miss.
Led by a knowledgeable Māori guide, you’ll explore laneways, riverside paths, and local gems while uncovering insider perspectives on Christchurch’s post-quake transformation, indigenous heritage, and local life.
At the end of the tour, you will enjoy a local creation with a local pairing at one of your local guides favorite hidden gems.
Perfect for curious minds and seasoned travelers, this tour blends storytelling, and insider access to create a rich, unforgettable connection to the city and its people. Discover the stories behind the sights. Taste the spirit of the city.
Arrive as strangers, leave as friendswith insights only locals know.
kai safari
Three hour evening tour
Experience the flavour and stories of Christchurch on a progressive evening walking tour that blends local cuisine, Māori storytelling, and the city’s vibrant culture.
Led by passionate local indigenious Māori guides, this immersive experience takes you on a journey through the heart of the city. As you meander through hidden laneways, riverside paths, and historic precincts, you’ll stop at a curated selection of local establishments. At each stop, share premium seasonal small plates and pairings that showcase the region’s rich culinary landscape.
But this tour is more than just a meal—it’s a cultural encounter. Along the way, your guide will share the stories of their ancestors, the traditions of manaakitanga (hospitality), and the layered history of Christchurch’s post-earthquake transformation. You’ll gain insight into both Māori and settler heritage, and connect with the people and places that make this city so unique.
Whether you're a visitor or a local, a private Ngā Hari Ō te Po | Night of Delights offers a fresh perspective on Christchurch—one that’s rich in flavour, history, and connection.
Arrive as strangers, leave as friends
Private FOOD TOUR
Indulge in a exclusive tour of storytelling, kai (food), and connection on Āmiki Tours’ private culture and culinary tour - a four hour progressive dining journey through the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Led by a local Māori guide, our exclusive experiences are designed for those seeking a deeper, more personal encounter with the city’s culture and cuisine. As you walk through hidden laneways, riverside paths, and historic precincts, you’ll stop at a handpicked selection of local eateries and bars. Each venue offers seasonal dishes and pairings that reflect the region’s unique flavours.
Along the way, your guide will share ancestral stories, Māori traditions, and insights into Christchurch’s post-quake transformation.
With time to slow down, connect, and savour each moment, this private tour is perfect for couples, families, or small groups celebrating a special occasion or simply wanting something unforgettable.
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Private local Māori guide
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Four-hour progressive walking tour
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Seasonal kai and paired beverages at multiple venues
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Cultural storytelling and historical insights
EDUCATION
Bespoke curated tours
Āmiki Tours offers immersive educational experiences designed to deepen understanding of Māori culture, local history, and the diverse narratives that shape Ōtautahi Christchurch
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Perfect for schools, universities, and learning-focused groups, these guided walking tours are led by knowledgeable Māori storytellers who share ancestral wisdom, cultural practices, and the evolving identity of the city.
Participants explore hidden laneways, riverside paths, and historic sites while engaging in meaningful kōrero (conversation) about Māori values, settler heritage, and Christchurch’s post-quake transformation.
Each experience is tailored to suit the age, curriculum, and interests of the group, with optional kai (food) tastings and interactive elements that bring learning to life.
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School and tertiary education groups
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Cultural studies and history programs
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International student groups
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Educators seeking authentic, place-based learning
Bespoke GROUP tours
Larger groups, conference activities, incentive travel, alumni groups or special occasions
Āmiki Tours offers tailored cultural and culinary walking experiences for individuals or groups seeking meaningful connection in Ōtautahi Christchurch—especially when a standard tour doesn’t quite fit.
Perfect for corporate hosting, incentive travel, conference activities, alumni groups, or special occasions, each experience is customised to suit your interests, pace, and schedule.
Led by local Māori guides, guests explore hidden laneways and riverside paths, hear stories of Māori and settler heritage, and enjoy seasonal kai (food) and inu (beverages) at unique local establishments with rich stories to share.
Every step has a story. Arrive as strangers, leave as friends.
Contact us today to curate a memorable experience.
