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.
