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CHRISTCHURCH SIGHTSEEING
AND ATTRACTIONS

DISCOVER CHRISTCHURCH – Great Sights
Code: CHCSGS57

Highlights include Canterbury Museum, morning tea at Mona Vale and a drive up to the Port Hills for scenic views of the city. Tours depart daily from the Christchurch Visitor Centre (Cathedral Square) Christchurch.

Departs: 9.00am           Returns 12.00pm

> Child 0-4 years (inclusive) is Free of Charge when not occupying a seat.

UP UP & AWAY – Balloon Adventures
Code CHCS001

Please allow 3-4 hours for your ballooning experience. Actual flying time is about one hour and passengers are encouraged to help in the flight preparation. As the sun rises, our flight takes us over a checkerboard of farmland laced with rivers, with the Southern Alps dominating the horizon to the the west and the endless blue of the ocean to the east. After landing in a farmer's field, we relax and enjoy a glass of chilled Methode Champenois. You will take home our complimentary flight certificate as a memento of your ballooning experience. You may also buy photos of your flight.
Start times vary with the season to capture the sunrise. They can be as early as 4.30am in the summer and as late as 7.30 am in the winter. Minimum age 5 years.

THE INTERNATIONAL ANTARCTIC CENTRE
Code CHCS002

Experience the four dramatic seasons which make up a year in Antarctica. Feel the chill of winter and watch daylight return as the Antarctic summer approaches after four months of darkness.  Experience Antarctic conditions first-hand; even on a hot summer’s day! Slide down a snow slope, explore a snow cave, feel icy wind-chills, or just let your body tingle with the exhilaration of being in Antarctica temperatures. Use interactive technology to find out about the people who live and work in Antarctica today. Handle the polar survival clothes they wear, explore Scott Base, home of Antarctica New Zealand, and view the delightful and zany "Penguin Capers" video.
Visitors can now enjoy the thrilling Antarctic Adventure Course ride. The 15 minute Hagglund Ride tests the machine's capabilities over mounds, a crevasse, a newly-constructed liquorice strap obstacle, moguls and of course the plunge into the 3m deep pond.   Open daily from 9am. Hagglund Ride departs every 20 minutes.

> Child under 5 years is Free of Charge.

CHRISTCHURCH TRAMWAY
Code CHCS003

Christchurch Tramway is a quality inner city tour experience that combines the heritage of the trams, attractions and historic buildings with the culture of the Garden City.
The beautifully restored trams follow a 2.5 kilometre loop around central Christchurch taking in some of the most interesting sites. These include Cathedral Square, Aquarium of Discovery, The Arts Centre, Botanic Gardens, Canterbury Museum, Punting on the Avon, Victoria Square, and New Regent Street to name just a few. Using the All Day pass visitors can hop on and off at any of the nine stops around the inner city tram loop and experience the inner city sights and attractions at their leisure.
Trams operate daily from 9am.

Full Day Tram Pass:

HIGH COUNTRY SAFARI TOUR – Canterbury Leisure Tours
Code: CHCSCLT31

The tour travels by road through the Canterbury Plains to the Waimakariri Gorge in the foot hills of the rugged Southern Alps. Travel by jet boat through the George deep into the Southern Alps to areas otherwise inaccessible, past 100 metre high train viaducts, waterfalls and thick beech forest which line the canyon walls. Deep into the rendezvous with the Unimog and travel in this unique 4WD vehicle while viewing the spectacular alpine scenery to Flock Hill Station. Lunch at Flock Hill is followed by the road transfer to Arthur's Pass National Park where you travel by train for the return journey to Christchurch.
A full day tour departing from Christchurch daily over the summer months (October to April).  Tour duration is approximately 9 hours.

> Child 0 - 2 years (inclusive) is Free of Charge when not occupying a seat.

AKAROA DAY TOUR – Canterbury Leisure Tours
Code: CHCSCLT01

Visit the beautiful unspoilt old French whaling depot of Akaroa. Lunch in the naturally picturesque setting of Akaroa Village at the popular Bully Hayes.  In the afternoon enjoy either the Akaroa Harbour Cruise on the Canterbury Cat, horse riding on Banks Peninsula or a game of golf on the picturesque Akaroa Golf Course with beautiful sea views. Alternatively simply explore and enjoy the charm and serenity of Akaroa. Collected 8.30-9.00 a.m. Returned 5.45 p.m. 

 > Child 0 - 2 years (inclusive) is Free of Charge when not occupying a seat.

HANMER SPRINGS DAY TOUR – Canterbury Leisure Tours
Code: CHCSCLT04

Visit the naturally picturesque and tranquil setting of Hanmer Springs nestled in a valley surrounded by a superb expanse of mountains and forest-clad hills. Enjoy the excitement of river rafting, jetboating and bungy jumping at Thrillseekers Canyon. Visit a working sheep farm.  Once in Hanmer Springs lunch at the Garden House Cafe and in the afternoon drive up Jacks Pass into the mountains overlooking the Hanmer Plateau or should you wish, explore the village of Hanmer Springs. End the day by relaxing in the hot thermal pools found in the centre of the village. As an alternative in the afternoon a therapeutic massage is available for relaxation.

Departs: 8.30-9.00am                Returns: 6.00pm

> Child 0- 2 years (inclusive) is Free of Charge when not occupying a seat.

KAIKOURA WHALE WATCH – Canterbury Leisure Tours
Code: CHCSCLT08A

Spend your day getting close to nature. Travel by road or train through the rolling hill country of North Canterbury, enjoying the beauty of its rural pastoral scenes, to Kaikoura where mountains meet sea. Kaikoura is world renowned for the variety of marine mammals which can be seen, not least of all the giant sperm whales and the acrobatic Dusky Dolphins.  On your arrival in Kaikoura you will be transferred to a whale watch tour; by boat, light aircraft or helicopter, the choice is yours. Following the tour lunch has been arranged at Aromas Cafe. In the afternoon you will visit a seal colony where fur seals may be viewed at close quarters. On your return to Christchurch a stop will be made at a North Canterbury vineyard where a wine tasting has been arranged for your pleasure.

Departs: 7.45 - 8.00am              Returns: 6.00 - 6.30pm

> Child 0- 2 years (inclusive) is Free of Charge when not occupying a seat.

CHRISTCHURCH WINE TRAIL – Canterbury Leisure Tours
Code CHCSCLT18

This tour explores four of North Canterbury's boutique vineyards, Canterbury House, Mark Rattray, Pegasus Bay and Waipara Springs all producing a fine selection of both white and red wines.  Mark Rattray, Pegasus Bay and Waipara Springs are all located in the Waipara area, well known for its warm dry climate and limestone rich soils, both ideal for quality wine production. Morning and afternoon departures available throughout the year. Tour duration approximately three-and-a half hours. Should any of the above named wineries be unavailable on the day of the tour, an alternative winery in the Waipara area will be included. 

> Child 0- 2 years (inclusive) is Free of Charge when not occupying a seat.

CHRISTCHURCH WILDLIFE CRUISE – Black Cat Tours
Code CHCS004

Experience the extensive local marine life of picturesque Lyttelton Harbour on a memorable two-hour wildlife cruise aboard the new Black Cat. Unwind in the sea air as we whisk you away to experience the extensive local marine life including the world's smallest and rarest marine dolphin - the Hector's or New Zealand Dolphins.  Catch the free shuttle from the Cathedral Square, Christchurch daily. The shuttle departs 35 minutes before each afternoon cruise.

Duration 2 hours.
Departs daily at 2.30pm (Sept to Apr), 1.30pm (May to Aug).

> Child under 5 years is Free of Charge.