What to do in Christchurch District

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TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 338 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £187 per adult
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Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is £202 per adult
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Akaroa Day Tour

Akaroa Day Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £140 per adult
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Akaroa Day Tour

Akaroa Day Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £140 per adult
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What to do in Christchurch District

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A coastal town with a harbor, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

Lyttelton Harbour

8.6/10 (1,052 reviews)
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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Day trip destinations from Christchurch District

A cityscape with modern buildings, a construction site, and a distinctive blue sculpture.

Christchurch

A turquoise lake surrounded by green hills and mountains.

Akaroa

A mountainous landscape with a lake and green fields.

Rolleston

A small, yellow and purple accommodation building with a sign reading "Silostay Accommodation". There are bicycles parked outside and a small garden area with a wheelbarrow and a trash bin.

Little River

A road with mountains in the background and a river in the foreground.

Kaiapoi

A coastal landscape with mountains, a bay, and a small settlement.

Pigeon Bay

A coastal village with colorful boathouses and houses on a hillside.

Duvauchelle

A foggy landscape with a wooden fence, green hills, and sheep grazing.

French Farm