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
For more information go to www.christchurchnz.com
Central Ch'ch
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
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
For more information go to www.christchurchnz.com
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
For more information go to www.christchurchnz.com
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
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
For more information go to www.christchurchnz.com