From Queenstown to Christchurch

Trip Snapshot

Central Otago First of all there is Wanaka. It is not associated with a particular place or activity but everything revolves around its strong identity that makes it a mandatory stay! We could mention the lake and the vegetation that flourishes as early as November for rabbits to enjoy until April in the autumn tones... Then there are the southernmost vineyards in the world, a vibrant and enjoyable city life all year long thanks to complementary winter and summer activities... and still this better than all that... Now Queenstown! Let’s get in straight, Queenstown is not for everyone. Adrenaline comes in all sorts of different activities, at a price never been seen anywhere else in the World. Young people party as hard as you’d expect, which of course comes with consequences. This is why you’d rather stay away from the city centre, or from the city altogether if you are not into skydiving, bungy jumping, jet boating, paragliding, luge riding or gravity thrills. Mt Cook - MacKenzie Country Don’t just drive past one of our favourite regions: it can offer you so much more than a lunch break. Most people mainly know Tekapo for its picturesque church on the edge of a turquoise lake. This place is also world famous for its starry nights with an unequalled view of the Milky Way. The absence of city lights combined with the purest and driest air in NZ create perfect conditions at the nearby observatory – a few minutes away, or an hour by foot for insomniacs: the sky is the limit... Mount Cook (alt. 3754m) in the back drop caters for the best climbers. The highest mountain of this beautiful country also proposes more gentle walks. If it’s curiosity that brought you in, we know of secret addresses that tourist guides overlooked. Canterbury Christchurch is the starting point of all 100% South Island trips. Its British influence shows throughout its parks, Victorian buildings, university and cathedral. No doubt about it, you are in a Commonwealth country.