Arthur's Pass National Park with TranzAlpine Train Small Group Tour from Christchurch  

In the heart of the Southern Alps, Arthur's Pass National Park has an incredible diversity of flora and landscape. 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. Traveling in a small group, maximum nine participants, allows for an intimate and  informative experience.

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Duration: 9 - 9.5 hours
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Christchurch Tamaki Heritage Village Tour including Buffet Dinner  

Tamaki Heritage Village in Christchurch offers a journey to be remembered a journey back in time. Your tour guide will lead you back to Colonial days with stories, history and events that shaped a nation. Tamaki Heritage Village, located 15 minutes from Central Christchurch.

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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Starting From: Starting from £48.92 per person
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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

Spend the day getting close to nature on a whale-watching day trip to Kaikoura, renowned for its variety of marine mammals. You'll enjoy a scenic drive through the rolling hill country of North Canterbury, go on a whale-watching boat tour from Kaikoura, visit a seal colony and complete the day with a wine tasting at a local vineyard.

Duration: 11 hrs
Starting From: Starting from £122.29 per person
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Explore Mount Cook from Christchurch

Travel by road on a full day tour from Christchurch to Mount Cook, Australasia's highest mountain. Along the way you'll pass through the spectacular scenery of the Canterbury Plains, view MacKenzie Basin, Lakes Tekapo and Pukari and Tasman Glacier. Lunch at the Hermitage Hotel as well as morning and afternoon snacks are also included on your guided tour.

Duration: 13 hrs
Starting From: Starting from £132.97 per person
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5-Day South Island Tour from Christchurch

See all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island on a five-day guided sightseeing tour. You'll travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown, experience the majesty of Milford Sound, view the glacier at Franz Josef and travel aboard the famous TranzAlpine Express train.

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Starting From: Starting from £709.30 per person
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Christchurch Gondola Dinner and Maori Concert

For an evening in Christchurch you'll always remember, see a Maori cultural performance, take an early-evening ride on the Christchurch Gondola and dine surrounded by panoramic views at the Gondola Restaurant.

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Starting From: Starting from £88.50 per person
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Christchurch Big Five Attractions

Want to cover the five "must-do" attractions in Christchurch in one day? You'll visit the International Antarctic Center, see native kiwis at the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, take a ride on a historic Christchurch tram, soar above the city on the Christchurch Gondola before taking a relaxing two-hour harbor cruise.

Duration: 7 hours
Starting From: Starting from £84.49 per person
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3-Day South Island Circle Tour from Christchurch

Experience a brief tour of the major highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island on this three day independent coach tour. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown and then up the rugged West Coast to Greymouth, before returning to Christchurch.

During this journey, you will enjoy a visit to the Mount Cook National Park, view the glacier at Franz Josef and travel over the mighty Southern Alps. It is recommended an extended journey is taken, to incorporate additional days in Queenstown and Mount Cook, for a more relaxed sightseeing tour of the South Island.

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Starting From: Starting from £486.95 per person
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4-Day Great Southern Island Circle Tour from Christchurch

Picturesque mountains, deep fiords and icy glaciers - this is New Zealand's South Island. See for yourself on a four-day independent tour highlighting this scenic region. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown and up the West Coast to Greymouth before a return to Christchurch. View Franz Josef glacier and experience Milford Sound.

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Starting From: Starting from £649.26 per person
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7-Day South Island Coastal Splendor Tour from Christchurch

Visit the scenic South Island of New Zealand on this seven day independent coach tour. Travel by coach and train from Christchurch to the city of Dunedin, then head to Queenstown and up the rugged West Coast before returning to Christchurch.

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Starting From: Starting from £842.71 per person
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6-Day South Island Southern Heritage Tour from Christchurch

Experience a six day independent coach tour of the scenic South Island of New Zealand. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Mount Cook and Queenstown and across to the city of Dunedin, before returning to Christchurch.

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Starting From: Starting from £691.51 per person
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Lord of the Rings - Journey to Edoras from Christchurch

Journey to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts high country station, home of Mt Sunday; see how this peaceful mountain was transformed into Edoras, the capital city of the Rohan people in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Immerse yourself in the natural unspoilt beauty of the high country's sparkling clear lakes, glistening blue rivers and fresh mountain air.

Duration: 9 hours
Starting From: Starting from £95.61 per person
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Christchurch Tramway Restaurant Dinner Tour

Sit back in luxury on a 36-seater air-conditioned, colonial style dining tram and be treated to the finest service, cuisine and beverages New Zealand has to offer. See Cathedral Square, Botanical Gardens and the River Avon glide past your windows.

Duration: Varies
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Christchurch Hot Air Ballooning over Canterbury Plains

See the sun rise over the Canterbury Plains on an early-morning hot-air balloon flight from Christchurch. The sensation of floating over the patchwork farmland at dawn is something you'll never forget, whether you're a visitor or a local - and the views you'll capture with your camera are sensational.

Duration: 3 - 4 hours
Starting From: Starting from £142.30 per person
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Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Enjoy this full day trip from Christchurch and visit the beautiful unspoiled old French whaling depot of Akaroa. Travel by road to Akaroa via Sign of the Takahe and Sign of the Kiwi, Governors Bay, Gebbies Pass, Lake Ellesmere, Lake Forsyth, Little River and the Hill Top. A stop will also be made at the cheese factory at Barry's Bay, where you can sample some fine New Zealand cheese.

Duration: 9 hours
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Swimming with Dolphins in Akaroa

Make a date with the worlds smallest, rarest and friendliest dolphins only on Akaroa Harbour. There is only one place on the planet where you can swim with Hector Dolphins also known as the New Zealand Dolphin and that is the beautiful sheltered Akaroa Harbour.

Duration: 3 hours
Starting From: Starting from £31.13 per person
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Akaroa Harbour and Banks Peninsula Eco Marine Harbour Cruise Small Group Tour

Discover the historic town of Akaroa and the magnificent natural beauty of the Banks Peninsula on this small group tour from Christchurch. Be amazed by the spectacular views of Akaroa Harbour and the Canterbury Plains on the high scenic drive from Christchurch, visit a cheese factory to taste locally made cheese and explore Akoroa's French influenced streets. You'llll have the choice to join a nature and harbor cruise to see the rich variety of marine and bird life or to swim with Hector's Dolphins, the world smallest and rarest dolphins only found in New Zealand waters.

Duration: 9 hours
Starting From: Starting from £133.41 per person
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Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch

Watch whales and swim with dolphins. This is a overnight delight for all those who wish to get close to nature. Journey from Christchurch to Kaikoura, where you will take a whale watch tour. Overnight in this tiny coastal town, before joining your Swim with Dolphins cruise. Dive into the oceans and swim next to these amazing mammals. A marine experience unmatched by any other.

Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Starting From: Starting from £154.09 per person
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Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour including TranzCoastal Train from Christchurch to Kaikoura

Spend the day getting close to nature. Travel by the Tranz Coastal train through the rolling hill country of North Canterbury, enjoying the beauty of its rural pastoral scenes, to Kaikoura where mountains meet sea (a journey of approximately 3 hours by train). Kaikoura is world renowned for the variety of marine mammals which can be seen, not least of all the giant sperm whales and the acrobatic Dusky Dolphins.

Duration: 10.5 hours
Starting From: Starting from £155.64 per person
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Rangitata River White-Water Rafting

Experience 2.5 hours of incredible rafting amongst spectacular scenery on Rangitata River, one of New Zealand's most exciting stretches of white water!

Duration: 11 hours
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Christchurch Hop-on Hop-off Tram Tour

Join the Christchurch Hop-on Hop-off Tram Tour and experience the combination of tram heritage, attractions and historic buildings with the culture of the Garden City.

Duration: Varies
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Willowbank Dinner and Maori Concert from Christchurch

The tour commences at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. Here you will be treated to a truly memorable Maori welcome followed by a cultural performance with a Maori Concert consisting of action songs, poi dances and haka.

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
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Waimak Gorge Jet Boating from Christchurch

Take the plunge on a jet boat ride through Christchurch waters and admire striking scenery! Weather you're pressed for time or can afford a half day, this adventure full of thrills and spills is suitable for the whole family.

Duration: 3 hours
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Discover Christchurch Sightseeing Tour with optional International Antarctic Center Admission

Spend the morning or afternoon discovering Christchurch. Visit the famous Mona Vale homestead and gardens, before climbing the Port Hills for fantastic views of the city, the Canterbury Plains and the mighty Southern Alps. A must see tour for all those vacationing in the 'Garden City'.

Duration: 3 hrs
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Christchurch Sheep Farm Visit

Travel 30-minutes from Christchurch into the heart of Canterbury's sheep farm land on this tour.

Visit one of three working sheep farms all set in tranquil and picturesque locations. Enjoy the experience of watching sheep dogs work, rounding up the flock and penning them for you to touch, examine and photograph. A shearing demonstration has been arranged and if you wish, you can have a go too! There are many other sheep farm activities for you to witness and enjoy, such as feeding the animals. Morning or afternoon tea will be provided.

Duration: 3.5 hrs
Starting From: Starting from £37.80 per person
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Christchurch Snow and Kiwi Tour

Visit the International Antarctic Centre and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve on a guided half day tour. Savor a buffet dinner and don't miss your opportunity to ride on the Hagglund all-terrain snow mobile.

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
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Full Day Fishing Tour from Christchurch

Enjoy a full day fishing with an expert guide on either the Waimakariri or Rakaia Rivers in Canterbury. Known for their brown trout and salmon, you'll travel from one fishing spot to another on the river by jet boat.

Duration: 9 hours
Starting From: Starting from £197.89 per person
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Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

Experience majestic scenery and stunning wildlife including dolphins, penguins and marine bird life on this Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise.

Duration: 2 hours
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Christchurch Maori Concert and Kiwi Viewing

Complete your New Zealand experience with a traditional Maori Concert. On this evening tour from Christchurch, visit the Nga Hau E Wha National Marae, where you will view a cultural performance of Maori dance and song including the famous haka!

Duration: 2.5 hrs
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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Spend the day getting close to Dolphins. Travel by coach through the rolling hill country of North Canterbury, enjoying the beauty of its rural pastoral scenes, to Kaikoura where mountains meet sea. Kaikoura is world renowned for the variety of marine mammals which can be seen, not least of all the giant sperm whales and the acrobatic Dusky Dolphins.

Duration: 12 hrs
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Christchurch City Sightseeing - Must See Four Attractions

Four of the best things to do in Christchurch in one day! First stop is the Air Force Museum followed by a visit to the International Antarctic Center, where you can experience Antarctica! Take a ride on the Christchurch Tram which weaves through the central city and enjoy a visit to the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve.

Duration: 5 hours
Starting From: Starting from £57.81 per person
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Discover Christchurch Morning Tour

Discover Christchurch on this 3-hour morning tour. Sightseeing highlights include the Anglican Cathedral, Victoria Square, Law Courts, Provincial Chambers, Bridge of Remembrance, Museum, Arts Center, Mona Vale, Sumner Beachfront, Cave Rock, Port Hills and Lyttelton. An optional visit to the International Antarctic Center is also included.

Duration: 3 hours
Starting From: Starting from £26.09 per person
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Kaikoura Albatross Encounter Tour from Christchurch

Kaikoura is famous for whales and dolphins and arguably one of the world's most exciting arenas for ocean going birds. This full day tour accompanies the Kaikoura Whale Watch Tours from Christchurch. Within close proximity of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula, see a considerable array of albatross, petrels, shearwaters, terns, shags and gulls.

Duration: 11 hours
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Christchurch Half-Day Gardens Tour

See why Christchurch is truly the Garden City. You will visit a mixture of public and private gardens. The public gardens may include Mona Vale, the Sanitarium Gardens, or the Christchurch Botanic Gardens.

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Christchurch Horse Trekking

Experience the pleasures of a 1.5 hour horse ride on the Banks of the Waimakariri River, with magnificent and breathtaking views of the Southern Alps.

You will be collected from your centrally located Christchruch accommodation and taken approximately 25 minutes from the city center of Christchurch. An experienced teacher will accompany you on the trek and is available to provide advice and assistance. There are treks and horses available for both the beginner and experienced rider.

Duration: 3 hrs
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Waipara Wine Trail Tour from Christchurch

Enjoy a 3.5-hour wine trail tour exploring four of North Canterbury's boutique vineyards including Mud House, Torlesse, Pegasus Bay and Waipara Springs, all producing a fine selection of both white and red wines.

Duration: 3.5 hours
Starting From: Starting from £40.02 per person
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Lyttelton Harbour Wildlife Cruise from Christchurch

Unwind in the sea air on this two-hour Christchurch Lyttelton Harbour wildlife cruise. You'll experience the extensive local marine life including the world's smallest and rarest marine dolphin - the Hector's Dolphins also known as New Zealand Dolphins.

Duration: 2 hours
Starting From: Starting from £26.68 per person
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Christchurch Gondola Ride

Riding the Christchurch Gondola is a spectacular experience. The 945 meter Gondola ride gently lifts passengers on a six-minute journey in the comfort of a 4 person gondola cabin, almost 500 meters (1500 feet) above sea level. Capture unique 360 degree views of Christchurch and distant peaks of the Southern Alps, see Canterbury Plains and Lyttelton Harbour unfold as you rise to the summit complex, on the crater rim of Christchurch's famous extinct volcano.

There is plenty to do at the summit complex including:

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Kaikoura Quad Bike Tour from Christchurch

The rugged coastline in the vicinity of Kaikoura affords some magnificent scenery and panoramic views. Couple this with a 4 wheel quad bike through spectacular hill country, native bush, river beds and streams and you're in for a full day action-packed adventure!

Duration: 10.5 hours
Starting From: Starting from £108.95 per person
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4-Day South Island Southern Discovery Tour from Christchurch

Enjoy some of the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island on this four day independent coach tour.

Travel by coach from Christchurch to Mount Cook and Queenstown, where you stay for three nights, before returning to Christchurch. You also visit the majestic Milford Sound with a scenic cruise on this mighty fiord.

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
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Half Day Fishing Tour from Christchurch

Choose from a morning or afternoon half day fishing trip from Christchurch on the Waimakariri or Rakaia rivers. With all fishing equipment including fishing license included, travel by jet boat and fish to your heart's content for brown trout and salmon.

Duration: 5 hours
Starting From: Starting from £142.30 per person
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Mount Hutt Skiing Packages from Christchurch

Take advantage of this Tailor-made package, offering you the opportunity to ski at Mount Hutt! Sitting high on the eastern rim of New Zealand's awesome Southern Alps, with a stunning backdrop of snow clad peaks and staggering views across the patchwork quilt of the Canterbury Plains to the Pacific Ocean, Mt Hutt captures the essence of the New Zealand skiing experience.

Duration: 11 hours
Starting From: Starting from £80.05 per person
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Christchurch to Queenstown via Mount Cook One-Way Tour

The majestic beauty of the South Island is a must for any visitor to the South Island and one of the best ways to view the spectacular scenery is aboard a Great Sights luxury coach. This tour takes you from Christchurch, through diverse farmland to Lake Tekapo, where you can view the solitary Church of the Good Shepherd.

Duration: 12 hours
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Christchurch to Wanaka via Mount Cook One-Way Tour

This full day tour departs Christchurch in the morning, and travels through the rich pastoral farmland of the Canterbury Plains before heading inland to the small farming township of Geraldine for a morning tea break. Leaving Geraldine and its rolling green valleys, the tour continues further inland as the road starts to climb and travel across the historic Burkes Pass. The views are breathtaking as you descend towards the stunning, glacial fed Lake Tekapo. Visit the famous Church of the Good Shepherd standing in picturesque solitude on the foreshores of the lake.

Duration: 10 hours
Starting From: Starting from £113.40 per person
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Christchurch Airport Arrival Transfer - To Hotels

Let the drivers collect you from the Christchurch International and Domestic Airport and drop you off at your accommodation doorstep. They'll even help you with your luggage.

Duration: 35 minutes
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Christchurch Airport Departure Transfer - From Hotels

You will be collected from your accommodation doorstep and transferred to Christchurch Airport. They'll even help you with your luggage.

Duration: 35 minutes
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Christchurch to Mount Cook One-Way Tour

Take the scenic route from Christchurch to Mount Cook in the comfort of an air-conditioned coach, admiring spectacular scenery along the way.

Duration: 5 hours
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