Kowhai Tours

Kowhai tours offer our personally guided day trips from Christchurch, New Zealand.

We specialize in two of the most popular destinations from Christchurch City - Akaroa and Hanmer Springs - from $79.00 per person.

We look forward to showing you some of our spectacular scenery!

 

FROM NZ $79

Christchurch To Hanmer Day Trip - $89.00
The picturesque mountain village of Hanmer has many attractions such as the thermal pools, horse riding, quad bikes, mountain bikes, mini golf, massages, facials, several forest walks and is an ideal place for all age groups.

Price includes:
- personal commentary
- barbecue lunch
- glass of wine or juice
(vegetarians also catered for)

Depart Christchurch 8.30 a.m.
Return to Christchurch approximately 5.45 pm
(Pickup and drop off within the city limits)

 

Christchurch To Akaroa Day Trip - $79.00
We will pick up guests from their accommodation and then commence a tour of the inner city and see:-
The Avon River, Victoria Square, Town Hall, Museum, Botanical Gardens, The Arts Centre, Antigua Boat Sheds.
We'll make our way up the Port Hills via the Sign of the Takahe, Sign of the Kiwi and carry on up the Summit Road with views out over the Canterbury Plains, Lake Ellesmere and Kaitorete Spit, past the Sign of the Bellbird overlooking Lyttelton Harbour, Diamond Harbour and Quail Island.

Stops made here:
Little River to admire the local arts and crafts, browse the Art Gallery, or enjoy a stroll in this quiet little farming town. Barry's Bay Cheese Factory where you can sample a variety of locally made cheeses.
Optional stop made at The Hilltop for a coffee break overlooking Akaroa Harbour and Onewa Peninsula.

After a barbecue lunch in Akaroa you'll have time to do a variety of things at your leisure. Perhaps take a harbour cruise to see the rare Hector's dolphins, seals and penguins or you can swim with the dolphins, take a jet boat ride , or sailing experience. Gem & Fossil Museum, Birdlings Flat and admire Vince's private collection or take a walk along the beach where you can collect many beautiful stones.

Arrive back at your accommodation at approximately 5.45 pm.

Price includes:
- personal commentary
- barbecue lunch
- glass of wine or juice
(vegetarians also catered for)

Address:

Christchurch

Phone:

+64 3 388 7899

Free Phone:

0800 27 28 00 (NZ only)

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