Banks Peninsula Discovery 2 day
Tour Overview
With at least seven centuries of Maori History and with early settlement by Europeans Banks Peninsula is the Province's most historical area. Blessed with spectacular hill and coastal scenery as well as being home to the world's smallest dolphin and penguins this is a stunning area waiting to be discovered.
Our two day Bank's Peninsula Discovery gives you the opportunity to explore the area, it's history, scenery and wildlife. Included is a cruise on the harbour, visits to historic Maori sites, an authentic Farm Tour (hosted by a fifth generation farmer) and an evening wildlife viewing in a coastal bay (with kayaking an option).
Overnight is spent in one of Akaroa's fine accommodation providers and meals of local produce are taken at an award winning bistro cafe. Enquire Here
Mountain Explorer 2 day
Tour Overview
Some of New Zealand's most spectacular mountain scenery is in Canterbury and on this two day Mountain Explorer you visit the majestic Mt Cook and the rugged Arthur's Pass National Parks. At 3754 metres, New Zealand's highest mountain, Aoraki Mount Cook is dazzling and there are 20 other mountains in this alpine backbone which peak at over 3000 metres. In the Mt Cook National Park, walks can be made to experience the alpine vistas or to view the Tasman Glacier - the longest glacier in a temperate climate zone. There are also excellent exhibits at The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre and the Department of Conservation Centre for you to explore the Maori and European settler history of the area.
Overnight is spent in Tekapo where you can visit Mt John Observatory to view the Southern Night sky with Earth & Sky. There are opportunities (at your own cost) to take a scenic flight around Mt Cook and Tasman Glacier and visit the Alpine Thermal Pools for 'a soak', massage or beauty treatments.
The second day takes you into Arthur's Pass National Park with its incredible diversity of flora and landscape from the eastern beech clad hills to tussock valleys and rainforest in the west. The area is drained by the Waimakariri and its fascinating braided riverbed which you will follow on your return journey to Christchurch with the TranzAlpine Train.
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Kaikoura / Hanmer Experience 2 day
Tour Overview
The Alpine Pacific Triangle™ touring route is one of New Zealand's great scenic drives. It takes in three of New Zealand's best recreational locations. You will spend time in each of them and enjoy a variety of experiences.
- Kaikoura, famous for its whale watching, environment stance, and Maori history
- Hanmer Springs Alpine Village, known for its thermal hot pools and recreational opportunities
- The Waipara Valley New Zealand's newest wine region of note.
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Best of Canterbury 4 day
Tour Overview
Canterbury, north to south has some of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery and best recreational locations.
- Kaikoura, famous for its whale watching,
- Hanmer Springs Alpine Village, known for its thermal hot pools and
- The Waipara Valley wine region
- TranzAlpine Train through the Waimakariri Gorge
- Arthur's Pass and Mt Cook National Parks
- Lake Tekapo's Mt John's Observatory and Alpine Thermal Pools.
This tour provides an absorbing glimpse into New Zealand's rural lifestyle and into the Canterbury Province with it's amazing diversity. Enquire Here
Top of the South Highlights 4/5 or 6 day
Tour Overview
The Top of the South is less well known than the West Coast and Queenstown areas yet you will have the chance to view whales, taste some of the finest wine in the world, enjoy delicious seafood, take in spectacular mountain and lake scenery and see the ocean crashing into a wild and rugged coast. You will also visit one of New Zealand's oldest cities Nelson with a reputation for arts and crafts (including the unique World of Wearable Arts Museum) and the country's best climate. Golden Bay, the Abel Tasman National Park, Takaka , Farewell Spit and Punakaiki await those with five or six days to spend in this less visited region. Your last night is at Hanmer Springs where a visit is not complete without a soak in the thermal pools. Enquire Here
Wilderness South Highlights 6 day
Tour Overview
This tour is for those who are 'pushed for time' but want to experience the highlights of the West Coast and Fiordland. Taking you "off the beaten track", this tour is fully escorted with short guided walks, first class service, good food and comfortable accommodations. It is 'full-on' each day and the only chance to relax is in the evenings! There is different accommodation every night.
- 6 days of scenic splendour
- Diverse landscapes
- Get in touch with nature
- A photographer's dream!
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