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Canterbury & The West Coast
The Region of Canterbury
•Located in the Southern Island of New Zealand
•The largest region in New Zealand
•Area extends from Kaikoura to Waimate and from Banks Peninsula to the Southern Alps
Christchurch – Alps to Ocean
Cultural Precinct of Christchurch
S.O.L
S.O.L
Gondola, Guided & Independent Walks
Punting on the Avon
Leading Attractions
Itinerary OneChristchurch-Kaikoura-Hanmer Springs-West Coast
•Alpine Pacific Triangle Touring Route
•A great 3-4 day itinerary
Kaikoura - Whale watching, swimming with the dolphins, seafood, eco-tourism, albatross, NZ fur seal colony, coastal walks
Hanmer Springs – Thermal pools & spa, jet boating, horse trekking, mountain biking, golf, bungy jumping
Continue to the West Coast via Lewis Pass
Marine Life & Eco Tourism
Wineries of Waipara
Maori Culture
Therapeutic Waters
Itinerary TwoChristchurch – Akaroa (1.5hrs from Christchurch)
•A great day trip or extend for a relaxing holiday break!
Akaroa – Dolphin swimming, Hectors Dolphins, French inspired settlement, harbour cruises, arts & crafts, heritage walks, coastal walks, fishing, seals, penguins & other marine life
Connect to the Alpine Pacific Triangle or continue on to Queenstown
Banks Peninsula
Akaroa
Hector’s Dolphins
Itinerary ThreeChristchurch-Methven-Ashburton-Geraldine-Timaru
•Inland Scenic Route
•Recommended 3-4 day itinerary
Methven & Ashburton - Skiing, Lord of the Rings locations, golf, hot air ballooning, white water rafting, fly fishing, jet boating
Geraldine & Timaru – Pottery & crafts, gourmet goodies, horse trekking
Relax and take your time, continue on to Dunedin
Golf
Skiing
Central South Island
Itinerary FourChristchurch-Lake Tekapo-Mount Cook
•Recommended 3 day itinerary
Lake Tekapo - Spa facilities, ice skating, scenic flights, salmon, observatory, turquoise lakes
Mount Cook – Aoraki Mount Cook (New Zealand’s highest mountain 3754 metres), ski planes, glaciers, walking, hiking, kayaking, luxury accommodation
Continue on to Queenstown or the West Coast
Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo Activities
Aoraki Mount Cook
Glaciers
Itinerary FiveChristchurch-Arthur’s Pass-West Coast
•Recommended 3-4 day itinerary
•A great self-drive option
•Or board the TranzAlpine
•Suggested things to see & do:
Arthur’s Pass National Park, jet boating, luxury lodges, mountain walks, glaciers, gold panning, rainforests, kayaking, whitebait
TranzAlpine
Pancake Rocks
Glaciers & Hiking
Stunning Scenery
Websites
www.christchurchnz.com
www.westcoastnz.com
www.mtcooknz.com