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Listed below are some wonderful day tours. Just click on the links to find out more information and to book


Lord of the Rings - Journey to Edoras
Journey to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts high country station, home of Mt Sunday the location of Edoras from the Lord of the Rings trilogy. This amazing day out includes 4wd access onto Mt Sunday itself, a delicious champagne picnic lunch, fully running commentary from a friendly and knowledgeable local kiwi tour guide and spectacular scenery you will never forget. Book NOW!

The Big Five
Discover Christchurch with The Big Five: a visit to The Antarctic Center; a ride aboard the Christchurch Gondola; Willowbank Wildlife Reserve visit; a two hour cruise with Christchurch Wildlife Cruises and board the Christchurch Tram for a 25 minute ride. BOOK NOW and experience four of Christchurch's top five main attractions!

Christchurch to Mount Cook and Wanaka
Journey from Christchurch to the picturesque town of Wanaka today and experience flat plains, rugged high country and majestic mountain peaks. Stops at Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook offer panoramic views, with the opportunity for scenic flights. Continue past lakes and canals and through a historic gold mining area, before arriving at the picturesque Lake Wanaka and her town.

Akaroa and Banks Peninsula - Nature Cruise or Dolphin Swim
Akaroa is the only French settlement established in New Zealand. The charm of this old French town with the incredible scenery encountered on the way have assured Akaroa's popularity as a unique destination. Discover this magnificent place on a luxury small group tour including an eco-marine nature and harbor cruise or go on an eco-adventure and swim with the Hector's Dolphins just feet away!

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass National Park and Otira Gorge
In the heart of the Southern Alps, Arthur's Pass National Park has an incredible diversity of flora and landscape. Today will inspire the photographer and enchant the nature lover! You'll experience a breathtaking journey aboard the TranzAlpine Train winding it's way through the magnificent Waimakariri Gorge. Join short guided walks to rainforests, rivers and mountain vistas and visit the incredible Castle Hill rocks!

Explore Mount Cook
Experience New Zealand's highest mountain, Mount Cook, on this day trip from Christchurch. Travel over the rural farmland of the Canterbury Plains before encountering the majesty of the mighty Southern Alps. Pass glacial-fed lakes before arriving at the Mount Cook National Park, where you can take an optional scenic flight, landing on the snow of Tasman Glacier. This is an amazing alpine day out.

Akaroa
Akoroa Harbour is the crater of an extinct volcano and has a French flavour and part of the Banks Peninsula. A scenic 90 minute drive from Christchurch. Harbour cruises will show the Hectors Dolphin and fur seals and other marine life.

Amberley
A short drive north of Christchurch well known for its country gardens and arts and crafts.

Arthur's Pass
This pass on Highway 73 crosses South Island and the township of Arthur's Pass is the centre of the National Park with plenty of tramping possibilities.

Banks Peninsula
Banks Peninsula is an area of stunning coastline and the harbours of Akaroa and Lyttelton.

Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs is a small alpine village 385 metre above sea level. Natural mineral thermal springs bubble up from the earth with terminal pools open all year 90 minutes drive north of Christchurch.

Kaikoura
Kaikoura is situated north of Christchurch and famous for the whale watching that can be done by boat or helicopter. Kaikoura is also an adventure playground with many activities possible.,

Lyttelton
Just 12 km from Christchurch is the flooded crater of a volcano. There are many cruises on the harbour.

Methven
Methven is the base for the Mt Hutt ski area and a popular winter resort about one hour from Christchurch. Methven has all the facilities expected of a ski destination and is also a popular summer resort with walks, fishing, golf and lots more.

Mt Cook
Mt Cook is a long day trip but gives a chance to see the rugged landscape of Mt Cook.



 
 

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