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Day trip to Arthurs Pass from Christchurch
A day spent exploring natural landscapes from impressive karst rock formations to alpine scenery where resident keas (alpine parrots) herald visitors a welcome. The study contrasts the inland Canterbury rolling farmland to dryer higher plains and valleys of Waimakariri Basin into the high alpine Arthur’s pass. This is a marathon day hence the early start to squash everything into the day. Depart from Christchurch between 7.30 - 8.00am
Day trip from Napier to Havelock North
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Day trip to Te Aroha
The Edwardian spa town is New Zealand’s intact original spa resort nestled at the base of Mount Te Aroha. Edwardian buildings are current homes for the museum, cafes and the popular natural mineral spa. Indulgence is just a day trip from Auckland.
Day trip Duntroon: natural history and wildlife
Ancient rock formations created before dinosaurs walked the earth, a vanished world where fossiled shells narrate the story of the earth. Combined with an evening visit to hang out with little blue penguins, one of those magical moments.
What’s so great about Clyde
Explore the historic buildings, precinct and two museums. Linger in the boutique shops showcasing local merino wool and yarns, art, homeware, jewellery, wine and artisan goods. The cycling trails, Otago Central Rail Trail or Roxburgh Gorge Trail are but two tempting ways to explore the landscapes. Wine trails based around single origin estates culminating in Easter Eat & Taste Festivals. There are walks up and around the very large concrete dam above the town with the newly created Lake Dunstan now a popular place for kayaking, swimming and boating year round.
What’s so great about Ophir, what to see and best things to do
Ophir, Maniototo district Central Otago is a detour where the 19th century is captured in the streetscape of a town that once had over a thousand inhabitants. Now tourism is the mainstay of the area. The picturesque town, nestled in the tussock country of Central Otago is a glorious snapshot of why we travel. The slow lane exploring culture, heritage and history of an area is a very good reason to stop and savour the colour of spring hollyhocks in Ophir.
What’s so great about Roxburgh, what to see and best things to do
WHAT TO DO, HIGHLIGHTS
● Roxburgh hydroelectric dam & lookout
● Roxburgh’s cinema -- NZ’s oldest continuously operated theatre
● Quirky hillside golf course
● Cycling trails from Roxburgh Gorge to Clutha Gold Trail
Day trip Dunedin to Otago Peninsula heritage & culture
Wildlife is the top rated activity on the Otago Peninsula yet the intriguing lime kiln heritage site or an outstanding gardens surrounding a castle wreathed in tragedy are worthy of time spent exploring the Otago Peninsula. From a garden with its award winning restaurant to a restored Edwardian villa the Otago Peninsula offers history buffs plenty to do and see.
Port Chalmers heritage trail, where to go and what to see
Dunedin’s port town offers visitors a wealth of quirky historical sites and places to visit. A mere 15 - 20 minutes from Dunedin’s Octagon, Port Chalmers has an assortment of galleries, second hand clothing stores, collectables and vintage objects, cafes and boutique stores located in nineteenth century buildings. The category 2 heritage rating shop facades next to the Bank of New Zealand building are a contrast between a busy container port, the world of shipping and sailors. Yet the contrast is part and parcel of the story of Port Chalmers.
Cats and dogs friendly place.
Day trip Dunedin cycling from Port Chalmers to Aramonana spit
Port to Port ferry (Portobella wharf - Port Chalmers) 11 km bike ride in conjunction with Dunedin’s Bike rental in Dunedin - iBike Hire | Largest range and best rates. Of course you can cycle from Dunedin however this about a chilled out day soaking up sights and sounds of the Otago Peninsula. Port Chalmers is an industrial/historical/quaint juxtaposition. The pretty harbour, galleries nestled in heritage buildings with a weekend vibe of eateries, cafes and historic pubs. The atmosphere is a perfect start for a cycling trip. This cycle journey can be part of a road trip around the Otago Peninsula.
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