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New Zealand gardeners are amongst the luckiest on the planet. Nowhere else in the world offers such as amazing range of plants, thriving in an area so easily accessible to the visitor. In such a young country New Zealanders have a fresh innovative approach to the garden tradition.

Christchurch & Canterbury

Following the earthquakes Canterbury is emerging as a region of remarkable contrasts. Despite a loss of many buildings the heart of the Christchurch people remains strong and extremely welcoming and it is still renowned for being The Garden City reflected in the many top quality gardens you can find in this region. Whale watching, skiing, hiking, white water rafting and hot water springs are among the many other activities on offer. You will want to stay a while and explore this region.

North Canterbury

9am - 10.15am	Travel north of Christchurch to Hawarden stop here for morning tea
10.15am - 11.45am	Explore Flaxmere
11.45am - 1pm	Travel back to Christcurch
1pm - 2pm	Lunch in Christchurch
2pm onwards	Discover the Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Alternative suggestion

9am-9:35am	Travel north of Christchurch to Rangiora
9:35am-10:30am	Discover Coldstream Victorian Gardens
10:30am-11:40am	Continue north to Amberley House
12:00pm-1:15pm	Explore Amberley House, take a picnic lunch and enjoy the surroundings
1:15pm -1:50pm	Travel north to Hawarden
2:10pm-3:45pm	Explore Flaxmere
3.45pm	Return to Christchurch

Other activties in North Canterbury

North Canterbury Food & Wine Trail

Weka Pass Railway Scenic Line

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa plus adventure activities

Gateway to the coastal drive to Kaikoura - a leading eco-tourism destination

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Central Ch'ch

9:00am - 9:15am	Travel to Christchurch Botanic Gardens
9:15am - 2pm	Morning tea, explore the Botanic Garden followed by lunch
2pm - 2.15pm	Travel to Broadfield NZ Landscape Garden
2.15pm - 4pm	Discover Broadfield NZ Landscape Garden
4pm onwards	Enjoy an evening in Christchurch

Other activities in Christchurch/Otautahi

Christchurch is re-imerging as a vibrant city post quake. There are many pop up cafes, restaurants and bars and many attractions to enjoy in the city and surrounding areas:

Cardboard Cathedral development, Punting on the Avon, Canterbury Museum, International Antarctic Centre, Airforce Museum of Canterbury, Oranan Wildlife Park, Adrenalin Forest of Christchurch

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Central & South Ch'ch

9:00am- 9:15am	Travel to Christchurch Botanic Garden
9:15am-1:30pm	Explore Christchurch Botanic Gardens - option of morning tea & lunch
1.30pm - 2pm	Travel to Ohinetahi
2pm - 3:30pm	Discover Ohinetahi
3:30pm	Travel back to Christchurch
3:30pm - onwards	If looking for a special night away book your stay at Otahuna Lodge and enjoy the experience of luxury and a walk through the beautiful gardens

Other activities in Christchurch/Otautahi

Christchurch is re-imerging as a vibrant city post quake. There are many pop up cafes, restaurants and bars and many attractions to enjoy in the city and surrounding areas:

Cardboard Cathedral development, Punting on the Avon, Canterbury Museum, International Antarctic Centre, Airforce Museum of Canterbury, Oranan Wildlife Park, Adrenalin Forest of Christchurch

For more information go to www.christchurchnz.com

Banks Peninsula

8.30am - 9.45am	Travel from Christchurch to The Garden at French Farm
9.45am - 10.45am	Explore the delights of The Garden at French Farm
10.45am - 11.15am	Morning tea in French Farm
11.15am - 11.50am	Travel to Fishermans Bay
11.50am - 1pm	Discover Fishermans Bay
1pm - 1.30pm	Travel to The Giant's House, Akaroa
1.30pm - 3.30pm	Lunch at The Giants House and explore the gallery and garden
3.30pm onwards	Spend a night or two in Akaroa or travel back to Christchurch

Other activities in the Banks Peninsula

Akaroa is a township with a french character. It is a great base for a romantic stay.

Walking trails, and water based activities of cruises for viewing dolphins and little Blue Penguins and the beauty of the harbour.

Barry's Bay Cheese and French Farm Winery and Function Centre

Okains May Maori & Colonial Museum

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Ch'ch - Ashburton

Other activities in the Methven & Ashburton region Tekapo

Methven NZ Alpine & Agriculture Centre, Methven Heritage Centre

Methven is home to summer adventure activities and Mt Hutt ski fields in the winter

Ashburton museums, local art and craft galleries

Nowhere Trail, Dunhampton Lily Fields

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Ashburton

9am - 9.30am	Travel to Casa Rossa
9.30am - 10:30am	Enjoy Casa Rossa
10:30am - 12.45pm	Travel to Ashburton for morning tea walk fo the town and lunch
12:45pm - 12:55pm	Travel to Trotts Garden
12:55pm - 2:30pm	Explore Trotts Garden
2:30pm onwards	Travel back to Ashburton

Other activities in Ashburton & Methven region

Methven NZ Alpine & Agriculture Centre, Methven Heritage Centre

Methven is home to summer adventure activities and Mt. Hutt ski fields in the winter

Ashburton museums, local art and craft galleries

Nowhere Trail, Dunhampton Lily Fields

For more information go to www.christchurchnz.com

Timaru

9am - 12pm	Visit the Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden & explore Caroline Bay
12pm - 1pm	Lunch in Timaru
1pm - 2pm	Explore Timaru Botanic Garden
2pm onwards	Explore the surround area

Other activtiies in Timaru

Peel Forest; Pleasant Point Museum & Railway; Temuka Pottery; water activities including rafting, canyoning, kayaking; Caroline Bay; South Canterbury Museum; Te Ana Rock Art Centre; Mountain biking and cycle ways

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