Christchurch and Akaroa are two of the most individual and charming towns in New Zealand. Christchurch is more of a city, where you’ll find heritage architecture and beautiful natural surroundings. Head to Akaroa for a taste of colonial history and the chance to spot dolphins.
3 Hotels, 2 Tours, 3 Experiences
Both Queenstown and Wanaka are popular lakeside and alpine ski towns. Head to larger Queenstown for storybook scenery and plenty of opportunities for an adrenaline rush, or visit quieter Wanaka for national park trails and activities for all the family.
10 Hotels, 2 Tours, 4 Experiences
Head down to the south-western chunk of South Island for some of the most spectacular scenery on Earth. Snap jaw-dropping photos at Milford and Doubtful Sound in the Fiordland area, before soaking up the heritage charm at Invercargill and spotting rare wildlife on secluded Stewart Island.
2 Hotels, 2 Tours
Dunedin and adjacent Otago Peninsula is one of the most fascinating areas in New Zealand. Take a trip here and you’ll see everything from multicultural heritage to wonderful wildlife, plus one of the world’s steepest streets.
1 Hotel, 2 Tours, 1 Experiences
South Island’s West Coast is home to coastal walking tracks, deserted beaches and lush rainforests, but is particularly well known for the mighty Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Once you’ve taken in the glaciers, you’ll be met by glorious snowy peaks and stunning lakes in the Southern Alps.
4 Hotels, 2 Tours, 4 Experiences
The north-eastern section of South Island is home to Marlborough, a region famous for outstanding wines and its spectacularly camera-worthy Sounds, as well as beautiful wildlife including whale watching in Kaikoura, not far down the coast.
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Christchurch & Akaroa
Queenstown & Wanaka
Fiordland, Invercargill & Stewart Island
Dunedin & Otago Peninsula
West Coast Glaciers & Southern Alps
Marlborough & Kaikoura
