Christchurch - Holiday Tour Packages
Christchurch is the Garden City that lets you do more than just smell the flowers and have a picnic. Because just two hours from the International Airport, you can let down your hair, let loose, and then bungee jump, ski, ride a hot air balloon, or go whale watching. Yes! No doubt about it!
Places to visit in Christchurch
Often considered the largest city in New Zealand's South Island, Christchurch is literally an urban jungle, or make that urban and jungle. Whichever is the case, it is one of the famous travel destinations in New Zealand.
- City of Christchurch - This is the gateway to the rest of the South Island, which is why it is always included on holiday packages to this side of New Zealand. Enjoy an experience of the contemporary and historical in this area.
- Akaroa - Here, you will find sights and sounds with French influence. And, like people in France, this is where you can indulge in your passion for fine, delectable food.
- Hanmer Springs - A 90-minute drive away from the city is a picturesque alpine village with magnificent landscapes and natural pools of hot water. You can consider Hanmer Springs as your hot tub in Christchurch.
- Twizel - With a name that sounds like a chocolate treat, Twizel is one of those travel destinations you should check out during your vacation in Christchurch. Why, you ask? Because this is where you get to decide whether to leave the city without a taste of adventure or muster up your courage and explore Mount Cook National Park by heli-biking or mountain climbing.
Things to do in Christchurch
- A holiday to Christchurch would be incomplete without a spot of whale watching in Kaikoura, the whale watching mecca in New Zealand. You can then mix it up with walking and hiking for a close encounter with the local wildlife.
- Take a boat cruise to see more than just whales and dolphins. One cruise is all you need to see glacial lakes and different harbours in the area.
- Cycling is one of the favourite things to do when in Christchurch, what with all the scenic trails that are very accessible. This is one opportunity you should not pass up.
With plenty of sightseeing & activities to choose from, there will be no shortage of things to do when in Christchurch.
Top attractions in Christchurch
- Air Force Museum -Formerly named Wigram Airfield, the Airforce Museum is every aviator's haven. It has full-sized replicas of historical fighting planes.
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens - This Botanic Garden is the true representation of the Garden City, with over 10 different gardens filled with mature trees and wide expanse of green. In one end, you will find archery lawn and annual bedding displays.
- Orana Wildlife Park - This is the largest wildlife sanctuary and conservation project in New Zealand where endangered animals from around the world are nurtured in natural habitats and boundaries.
Christchurch holiday packages
Every corner of Christchurch has something fascinating to offer, and the place has even made something positive out of the tragedy that happened through Earthquake Tourism. Consider adding this to your choice of things to do when choosing Christchurch holiday packages. So, Kia Ora to Christchurch !