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Day 1: Christchurch to Hanmer
Depart to the alpine spa village of Hanmer Springs along the Alpine Pacific
Triangle Route. As you will be driving though the Waipara Valley,
enjoy a wine tasting at one of the wineries along the way.
Arriving in Hanmer around noon, head to the Powerhouse Café for
a special lunch where fresh, natural and wholesome ingredients
sourced from neighbouring growers, farmers & artisans wherever
possible.
This afternoon experience the 4x4 Hagglund - Swedish military
vehicle in the forest tracks of Hanmer Springs. You will be
surprised by the places this vehicle can take you and of course,
you will be rewarded by amazing views. A great way to see
Hanmer!
For dinner this evening head to Peppers Restaurant & Bar,
home of award winning Chef John Gibson who has won several New
Zealand lamb and beef awards.
Stay at the Hanmer Heritage - a great place
to experience one of New Zealand's premier Alpine Destinations.
Day 2:
Start the day off at Thrillseekers
Adventures. A one-stop shop for a wide range of adventure
activities based around the Thrillseekers lodge, overlooking the
Waiau River and historic Ferry Bridge. Here you will experience a
thrilling jet boat ride in the Waiau Gorge, and if you are a bit of
a dare devil - try bungy jumping off the Ferry Bridge!
For lunch head over to The Garden House
Café, located in the Thermal Pools complex where you will be
delighted with mouth watering food and wines.
In the afternoon relax at Hanmer Springs
Thermal Pools and indulge with a luxurious treatment of your
choice at The Spa. Since 1859 the thermal springs of Hanmer Springs
have attracted visitors seeking to relax, unwind and ease their
aches and pains in the soothing mineral waters - now it's your turn
to enjoy New Zealand's largest thermal complex!
For dinner this evening enjoy fine dining with matching wines,
in a warm and relaxed atmosphere at The
Laurels.
Check out one of the luxury Hanmer Springs hotels.
Day 3: Hanmer to Christchurch
After breakfast at the Hanmer Heritage, enjoy a walk
in the Hanmer Forest before you head back to Christchurch. The Hanmer Forest dates
back to 1901. Prison labour was used to plant a wide variety of
exotic tree species, to test their commercial viability and to
beautify the area. In 1978 the recreation values of these forests
was recognized with the formation of the Hanmer Forest Park.