Where to go from Christchurch

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Arthur's Pass Transalpine Day Tour

Experience one of the great train journeys in the world. Take time out for stunning photo opportunities in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. Feast your eyes on gorges, rivers and waterfalls as well as snowcapped mountains. Then take a jet boat ride.

Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour

From Christchurch journey to Kaikoura and take a whale-watch tour where you have the opportunity to see whale, dolphins and seals.

Gondola, Dinner and Maori Concert

Have an exciting evening in Christchurch. Watch a Maori concert at the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, then see the rare native Kiwis at the Kiwi House before taking a Gondola to get breathtaking 360 degree views of the city, Canterbury Plains and Banks Peninsula. Finally cap it all off with a three-course a la carte dinner.

Christchurch's Must-See 4

If time is short do the best things in Christchurch in one day! See the International Antarctic Centre, take a ride on the Christchurch Tram through the central city, visit the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve and finish up taking the Christchurch Gondola.

Willowbank Dinner and Maori Concert

Visit a wildlife reserve, enjoy a buffet dinner before spotting nocturnal animals and experiencing Maori culture.

3 Day Lake Brunner Lodge Luxury Train Escape

Hop aboard the world famous TranzAlpine train from Christchurch and across the Southern Alps to the rugged West Coast. Spend two nights at the deluxe Lake Brunner Lodge where you can go fishing, canoeing or just relax.

Wine Trail

Indulge your taste buds at four of North Canterbury's boutique vineyards. Sample classic New Zealand red and white wines.

Akaroa Swim With Dolphins

Cruise out from the unique French settlement of Akaroa and experience the magic of swimming with dolphins.

Discover Hanmer Springs

Beautiful and tranquil Hanmer Springs is place where you can relax or let your hair down and enjoy the rush of Thrillseekers Canyon and the white water rapids of the Waiau Gorge by either jetboat or raft.

Arthur's Pass National Park and the Otira Gorge

Let nature inspire you on a journey through Arthur's Pass National Park's diversity of flora and natural wonders. This TranzAlpine Train will amaze you and then let you take guided walks to rainforests, rivers and mountain views that need to be seen to be believed.

Akaroa and Banks Peninsula - Nature Cruise or Dolphin Swim

As the only French settlement established in New Zealand Akaroa has a unique charm. Incredible scenery boosts an eco-marine nature and harbor cruise aboard the Canterbury Cat or Dolphins Up Close - where you can watch and swim with the Hector's Dolphins.

2 Day Marlborough Wine Explorer Train Escape

Wine lovers listen up! Travel to Marlborough on the TranzCoastal train and sample the delights of the Marlborough vineyards. Stay overnight at Blenheim Country Lodge Hotel and the next day head back to Christchurch.

Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour

Experience a marine delight unmatched by anything else. Head from Christchurch to Kaikoura to watch whales and swim with dolphins.

Maori Concert

Experience Maori culture on the Nga Hau E Wha National Marae with a performance of dance and song. See action songs, poi dances and even the famous haka war dance!

Discover Christchurch (Afternoon Sights)

Explore Christchurch for an afternoon and discover its delights, including the Mona Vale homestead and gardens, then climb the Port Hills for views of the city, the Canterbury Plains and the Southern Alps.

2 Day Punakaiki Gold Train Escape

Take the TranzAlpine train and across the Canterbury Plains, over the Southern Alps to the West Coast. Get a guided tour of the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and blowholes, stay overnight in Greymouth and the next day relive the goldrush at Shantytown before returning to Christchurch.

Five Day Great Southern Circle Tour

Spend five days indulging in the fantastic South Island of New Zealand through Mount Cook National Park, Queenstown, Milford Sound and the rugged West Coast.

Christchurch City Stopover

See the sights of New Zealand's second largest city - a place alive with world-class attractions.

Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins

Go from Christchurch to Kaikoura and take a Swim with Dolphins cruise. This will be one experience you'll dine out on for the rest of your life!

Horse Trekking and Jet Boat Tour

Take a horse trek on the Banks Peninsula, enjoy the rugged scenery and then finish your day with a thrilling jet boat excursion.

Golf - Half Day

For a quiter more relaxing time take half a day out and visit one of Christchurch's wonderful golf courses.

Horse Trekking and Sheep Farm Visit

Ride a horse, shear a sheep or milk a cow. Experience the sort of country life that has made New Zealand famous. Help herd sheep or let the kids feed a pet lamb.

Christchurch to Mount Cook

This is a trip of stark contrasts between the Canterbury Plains and the peak of New Zealand's highest spot Mount Cook. Stopover at Lake Tekapo.

5 Day Top of the South Train Escape

Now this is hard to pass up. Take a five day train journey around the north of the South Island. Taste the produce at Marlborough's famous wineries, look out on the rugged West Coast, visit the arts and crafts areas of Nelson and then try your habd a gold prospecting. After all that, have a restful trip back to Christchurch.

Four Day Southern Discovery Tour

This is something to be savoured. Have a scenic flight to the Alps, land on a glacier and then take a boat on one of the world's great fiords. Add to that three nights in Queenstown's alpine splendour and you have an unforgettable holiday.

The TranzCoastal Rail Service

Take a train north from Christchurch to the port town of Picton. Along the way you'll cross lush farmland, journey between the Pacific Ocean and the Southern Alps before reaching rich grape country and Picton.

The TranzAlpine Rail Service

The TranzAlpine train is famed for the beautiful scenery it passes through as you head from Christchurch to Greymouth on the beautiful West Coast.

Horse Trekking

Horse lovers of all standards of riding skills will love this trek through some of the world's most beautiful landscapes.

High Country Safari Tour

Alpine adventurers take note this is for you! Go to the amazing Waimakariri Gorge, where you take a thrilling jet boat ride into the foothills of the Southern Alps. From there it four-wheel driving to the high-country's Flock Hill Station for lunch. Then hop on the TranzAlpine train and go through the famous Arthur's Pass back to Christchurch.

Maori Sightseeing Tour

Learn about Maori history and culture as you wander through a native forest. A guide will tell you what trees and plants were used for traditional Maori food and medicines. A wonderful insight into New Zealand's Maori people.

The Big Five

If time is short visit Christchurch's Big Five. Visit The Antarctic Centre, ride aboard the Christchurch Gondola, take in the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, have a two hour cruise with Christchurch Wildlife Cruises and then hop on the Christchurch Tram for a 25 minute ride.

Christchurch to Mount Cook and Queenstown

Take a coach trip from Christchurch across the rolling Canterbury Plains to the glacial-fed waters of Lake Tekapo. Go into the Mount Cook National Park and then on to the stunning alpine Queenstown.

Christchurch to Mount Cook and Wanaka

Travel to the picturesque town of Wanaka through rolling plains, rugged high country and majestic mountain peaks. Stop at Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook for glorious panoramic views, and consider getting a bird's-eye look on a scenic flight. Next it's passing through a historic gold mining area, before reaching Lake Wanaka.

Three Day Great Southern Circle Tour

A three-day tour packed with sights and wonders. Journey over the Canterbury Plains, visit the Mount Cook National Park, stay overnight in Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and then on to the wild West Coast and its famous glaciers, before crossing the Southern Alps and back to Christchurch.

Three Day Southern Discovery Tour

Included in this package is a visit to the Mount Cook National Park, two nights in stunning Queenstown, a trip to the spectacular Milford Sound where you can take a boat cruise in one of nature's truly remarkable landscapes.

Six Day Southern Heritage Tour

If you have a bit more time to spend in the South island try this six-day heritage tour. View the alpine wonders of Mount Cook - think about taking a ski plane and land on a glacier - go to Queenstown, Milford Sound and visit historic Dunedin, described as the 'Edinburgh of the South'.

Seven Day Coastal Splendor Tour

Visit historic Dunedin and its heritage buildings. Take in Queenstown and its beautiful lake. Experience the rugged West Coast and view the mighty Franz Josef Glacier. Cruise Milford Sound and see the towering Mitre Peak.

Wilderness South Expedition

Take a luxury tour of New Zealand's South Island and take in beaches, rainforests and frozen alpine peaks. Travel with a small group and spend nine days in New Zealand's magical National Parks and World Heritage listed areas. Stay in secluded lodges and enjoy the finest of New Zealand's food and wines.

Half Day Fishing Tour

Few waters in the world compare with those of New Zealand so take this trip to the best fishing spots and catch your own New Zealand Trout or Salmon on either the Waimakariri or Rakaia Rivers.

Full Day Fishing Tour

Enjoy fishing with an expert guide on either the Waimakariri or Rakaia Rivers that are famous for their brown trout and salmon. Go by jet boat to the best fishing spots and with everything supplied all you need to do is catch the fish!

Golf - Executive Package

Golf fans will love this treat on some of Christchurch's best golf courses. The package includes transfers, golf equipment and golf buggy.

Snow and Kiwi Tour

Get an idea of what Antarctica is like with a visit to the International Antarctic Centre. Afterwards head to the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve for dinner and see New Zealand's bird symbol the Kiwi.

Waimak Gorge Jet Boating

The Waimakariri River jet boat rides are famed for their excitement value, but are never so wild you can't appreciate the stunning waterway at the foot of the Southern Alps.

Lower Waimak Jet Boat

Thrill seekers will want to do this. Hurtle over the shallow river flats of the Waimakariri River.

Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour with one way train

Hop aboard the Tranz Coastal train in Christchurch and journey to Kaikoura for a spot of whale and dolphin watching. If you are lucky you can see the ocean giants at play from either a boat or plane. A magical chance of a lifetime!

Picture courtesy of Tranzalpine Train