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Canterbury & The West Coast
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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
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Christchurch – Alps to Ocean
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Cultural Precinct of Christchurch
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S.O.L
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Gondola, Guided & Independent Walks Punting on the Avon Leading Attractions
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Itinerary One Christchurch-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
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Marine Life & Eco Tourism
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Wineries of Waipara
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Maori Culture
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Therapeutic Waters
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Itinerary Two Christchurch – 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
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Banks Peninsula
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Akaroa
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Hector’s Dolphins
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Itinerary Three Christchurch-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
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Golf
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Skiing
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Central South Island
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Itinerary Four Christchurch-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
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Lake Tekapo
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Lake TekapoActivities
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Aoraki Mount Cook
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Glaciers
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Itinerary Five Christchurch-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
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TranzAlpine
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Pancake Rocks
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Glaciers & Hiking
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Stunning Scenery
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Websites www.christchurchnz.com www.westcoastnz.com www.mtcooknz.com
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