5-day Christchurch & Canterbury Explorer Tour For Locals

Itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch Arrival

Pass By: Christchurch International Airport, Canterbury 8053, New Zealand
There will be a meet and greet at the Christchurch International Airport and a transfer to your accommodation, based only a short walk from our central city. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast and evening drink for each day of your stay! There will also be the option to enjoy an afternoon sightseeing tour with your driver (subject to arrival - this will be done on day three if arriving late)

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Pavilions Hotel Christchurch or similar

Day 2: Waipara Wine Trail

Stop At: Waipara, Waipara, Canterbury Region, South Island
Enjoy a wine tour in the afternoon of some of Waipara's most popular vineyards including an excellent lunch at Waipara Springs and tastings at each winery included. Enjoy some award winning wines at Waipara Springs, Pegasus Bay, Fiddler's Green, and Torlesse Winery.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Enjoy a complimentary breakfast in the morning and a free drink in the evening.
• Lunch: Lunch at Waipara Springs Included
Accommodation included: Pavilions Hotel Christchurch or similar

Day 3: Christchurch Sights & Activities

Stop At: Christchurch Tramway, 109 Worcester Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Included are combo pass tram tickets so you join a tram at any of the designated stops within the central city and hop on/hop off as you please.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Christchurch Gondola, 10 Bridle Path Road, Christchurch 8022 New Zealand
Along with tram tickets, you will also be provided transfers and entrance tickets for the Christchurch Gondola which offers amazing 360 degree views of Christchurch and Lyttleton from the top of the Port Hills.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Enjoy a complimentary breakfast in the morning and a free drink in the evening.
Accommodation included: Pavilions Hotel Christchurch or similar

Day 4: Christchurch to Akaroa

Pass By: Banks Peninsula, 575 Summit Road, Christchurch 8081 New Zealand
You will be picked up from your Christchurch accommodation and transported to the quaint township of Akaroa based in the Banks Peninsula. See incredible sights of the old crater rim and harbour along the way.

Stop At: Barrys Bay Cheese, 5807 Christchurch Akaroa Road Barrys Bay, Akaroa 7582 New Zealand
Make a stop at Barry's Bay Cheese Factory - the only cheese factory in the area for sampling and purchases of come local cheeses.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Black Cat Cruises, 63 Beach Road, Akaroa 7520, New Zealand
Join Black Cat Cruises for your nature cruise of Akaroa Harbour. See incredible native wildlife including Hector's Dolphins, the world's smallest and rarest dolphins, along with Little Blue Penguins, and New Zealand Fur Seals.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Akaroa, Akaroa, Canterbury Region, South Island
Spend some time exploring this beautiful harbour township with its excellent shops and restaurants. There will also be time for lunch (own expense). Afterwards, your driver/guide will transport you back to your evening accommodation.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Enjoy a complimentary breakfast in the morning and a free drink in the evening.
Accommodation included: Pavilions Hotel Christchurch or similar

Day 5: Christchurch Departure

Stop At: Christchurch, Christchurch, Canterbury Region, South Island
If unable to do this tour on the day one due to arrival times, this morning you can join us for a sightseeing tour of Christchurch which highlights some of the cities best scenery and landmarks including the Central Business District, Mona Vale Gardens, Sumner, and the Sign of the Takahe for some fantastic views. Alternatively, this can be done on day three instead.
Duration: 3 hours

Pass By: Christchurch International Airport, Canterbury 8053, New Zealand
From your accommodation you will be transferred to the Christchurch Airport to board your flight. At this point the tour will conclude.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.