…Valley to FrenchPassvillage was built in 1957. The drive is spectacular with visitors rating it the most scenic drive in the country (surpassing Milford and Queenstown). FrenchPassvillage on the mainland sits opposite D'Urville Island and is a quiet fishing, farming and tourist village with a…
…/ Finish Christchurch With this Christchurch-based itinerary, you'll discover the French settlement of Akaroa and the mountain village of Arthur's Pass. Includes: Christchurch, Akaroa and Arthurs Pass. Christchurch - Blenheim - Christchurch (5 Days) Start Christchurch / Finish Christchurch…
…Christchurch, expand your horizons with a side tour to Akaroa - a French settlement known for its interesting history, harbour trips and wonderful food. Return to Christchurch for a night before you head for the mountain village of Arthur's Pass. Walking tracks in this area will introduce you to New…
…alpine and thermal village. You can enjoy nature or adventure activities, or laze in the pools. Nearby, in the Hurunui District, you can enjoy the wineries of Waipara. Inland from Christchurch lie the magnificent Southern Alps, only an hour from the city. The village of Arthur's Pass makes an ideal…
…eating crayfish' * Hanmer Springs - a peaceful alpine village * Timaru - features significant Māori rock art collections * Lake Tekapo - beautiful lakeside town * Methven - gateway to Mount Hutt * Akaroa - attractive village with a French history * Darfield - gateway to the scenic attractions…
…rocks called “Frog Rock” Weka Pass, Canterbury, New Zealand Source: Alpine Pacific Tourism Photographer: Christchurch Photographic Society Step back into Maori, whaling, French and British history in Akaroa—Canterbury's oldest village. You can take a cruise on Lyttelton Harbour…