Christchurch Tours, Vacation Packages & Travel Experiences
Christchurch is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand situated on the edge of the Canterbury Plains and the second largest in the country to be experienced on a New Zealand vacation. It is known as the Gateway to the Antarctic. Scott’s expedition set out from here and there is a statue of this person in central Christchurch.
It is also known as the “Garden City” due to its well planned expansive parks and public gardens such as Hagley Park and the Botanic Garden both with stunning displays of native and exotic trees, flowers and plants. It also has a distinct English flavour which can be experienced on a New Zealand vacation by walking along the gently winding Avon River.
The city is fairly compact with Cathedral Square being the centerpiece together with the outstanding Christchurch Cathedral dating back to 1881.
Just outside Christchurch, you can take the Christchurch Gondola one kilometer up to the Crater Rim in the Port Hills which provide an exceptional backdrop to the city and where, on New Zealland tours, you can experience wonderful views of the city and the coastline.
Being close to the sea, Christchurch has a number of good beaches offering swimming and surfing as well as being great places to walk or just relax.
Last February 2011, the Central Business District area of Christchurch suffered a devastating earthquake and some parts are still closed off. Some of the above mentioned may still be in a state of repair or closed. Despite this tragedy, there is still a lot to see and any trip to New Zealand should include one of our Christchurch tours.
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Extend Your Stay
Consider an additional stopover to your New Zealand vacation at one of Goway's South Pacific destinations. You can choose from our selection of Australian vacations, Tahiti vacation packages or stay at one of our Fiji resorts or perhaps take a Cook Island vacation. This can be done stopping over en route to or from New Zealand.
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Classic Downunder from Melbourne to Auckland
Get to know the true Downunder by experiencing the best of both Australia and New Zealand. Visit Australia's iconic sites and cities before commencing a journey through New Zealand’s incredible islands.- Duration:
- 19 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 3,658
- Trip Type:
- Classic Itineraries
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Classic Downunder: Auckland to Melbourne
Get to know the true Downunder by experiencing the best of both Australia and New Zealand. Journey through New Zealand’s incredible islands before embarking on a tour of Australia.- Duration:
- 19 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 3,615
- Trip Type:
- Classic Itineraries
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Classic New Zealand
This is the ultimate classic New Zealand tour. Begin in Auckland and then it’s on to Rotorua, next head south to the capital, Wellington before embarking on the scenic South Island.- Duration:
- 13 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 2,397
- Trip Type:
- Classic Itineraries
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Essential New Zealand (Coach)
Get to know both of New Zealand’s islands by taking in some of their most popular sites. Travel from Auckland to Christchurch, visiting Rotorua, Queenstown and Milford Sound in between.- Duration:
- 9 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,659
- Trip Type:
- Classic Itineraries
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Alpine Explorer
This tour offers a unique opportunity to see some of New Zealand’s most incredible landscapes. Visit Mount Cook National Park, cruise Milford Sound ride the Skyline Gondola and more.- Duration:
- 5 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,002
- Trip Type:
- Independent Travel Modules
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Alps & Ice
New Zealand’s South Island is an astonishing land filled with dramatic gorges and powerful glaciers.- Duration:
- 3 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 2,420
- Trip Type:
- Locally Escorted Tours, Small Group Tours
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Christchurch: The Garden City
New Zealand’s South Island is one of the most stunning places in the world and Christchurch is its gateway. Enjoy some leisure time then take in a few of the “Garden City’s” attractions.- Duration:
- 3 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 224
- Trip Type:
- City Breaks/Stopover Ideas, Independent Travel Modules
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Luxury Wilderness Escape (Self-Drive)
Travel by car across farmland, through Waimakariri Gorge and over the spectacular Southern Alps to the beautiful Arthur’s Pass region, an area not many visitors are lucky enough to see.- Duration:
- 3 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 636
- Trip Type:
- Independent Travel Modules, Lodges & Beach Stays, Self Drive Road Trip Ideas
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Mountains & Plains
From peak to valley, New Zealand’s South Island never fails to inspire.- Duration:
- 2 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,486
- Trip Type:
- Locally Escorted Tours, Small Group Tours
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Mt Cook Discovery
Enjoy a wonderful 2 day overland tour from Christchurch to Queenstown and marvel at the beautiful and striking scenery en route. Stop overnight in the Mount Cook National Park and sleep under the shadow of New Zealand’s highest mountain.- Duration:
- 2 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 354
- Trip Type:
- Independent Travel Modules
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Pancake Rocks (ex Christchurch)
Discover Pancake Rocks, one of the South Island’s most iconic sights. Visit the Seal Colony in Abel Tasman National Park then board the TranzAlpine, an incredibly scenic rail journey.- Duration:
- 4 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 619
- Trip Type:
- Independent Travel Modules
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South Island In-Depth (Self Drive)
Drive the South Island experiencing all it has to offer. Enjoy whale watching, Abel Tasman National Park and the Glacier Region as well as Queenstown and Scottish influenced Dunedin.- Duration:
- 12 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,515
- Trip Type:
- Self Drive Road Trip Ideas
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South Island In-Depth by Coach
Travel the South Island experiencing all it has to offer. Enjoy whale watching, Abel Tasman National Park and the Glacier Region as well as Queenstown and Scottish influenced Dunedin.- Duration:
- 13 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,676
- Trip Type:
- Independent Travel Modules
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South Island Self Drive
Drive full circle from Christchurch and back again seeing the many highlights available on the South Island including the famous Pancake Rocks and Franz Josef, Milford Sound and Dunedin.- Duration:
- 10 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 874
- Trip Type:
- Self Drive Road Trip Ideas
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Southern Escape: Value Plus Escorted Vacation
This South Island New Zealand tour shows you the Land of the Long White Cloud at its most dramatic, from powerful glaciers, to majestic Mount Cook, plus Rudyard Kipling’s ‘Eighth Wonder of the World,’ Milford Sound.- Duration:
- 8 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,795
- Trip Type:
- Motorcoach Tours
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Southern Explorer: Epic Trip for 18 to 39 year olds
New Zealand’s South Island offers some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery. From action-packed Queenstown to the spectacular Fiordland region, this is an unforgettable adventure.- Duration:
- 7 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 1,012
- Trip Type:
- 18 to 30 Somethings, Active & Adventurous, Motorcoach Tours
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Southern Tourer: Premier Escorted Luxury Vacation
You’ll begin and end in Christchurch experiencing the best of New Zealand’s South Island. Travel by coach to view famous sites like Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau, Dunedin and Mount Cook.- Duration:
- 9 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 3,109
- Trip Type:
- Independent Travel Modules, Motorcoach Tours, Single Friendly
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The Long White Cloud
Delve into the scenic delights of New Zealand with a small group of fellow explorers. Combine natural beauty with creative comforts as you overnight in the rainforests of Franz Josef at the foothills of Mount Cook, sleep among the treetops in the Coromandel Ranges and journey into the far south to the wild and pristine landscapes of Stewart Island.- Duration:
- 22 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 9,066
- Trip Type:
- Motorcoach Tours
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The Long White Cloud: Christchurch to Christchurch
Delve into the scenic delights of New Zealand with a small group of fellow explorers. Combine natural beauty with creative comforts as you overnight in the rainforests of Franz Josef at the foothills of Mount Cook and journey into the far south to the wild and pristine landscapes of Stewart Island.- Duration:
- 12 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 5,039
- Trip Type:
- Fully Escorted Touring, Motorcoach Tours
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Ultimate Downunder
Travel in style experiencing all that Auckland, Queenstown, Sydney and Hamilton Island Qualia Resort have to offer while enjoying world-renowned properties that are truly the best of the best.- Duration:
- 12 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 5,592
- Trip Type:
- Stays of Distinction, VIP Luxury Touring
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Ultimate New Zealand
Embark on a journey through the scenic attractions of diverse New Zealand, staying at some of the most luxurious accommodation available in Auckland, Palliser Bay and Queenstown.- Duration:
- 9 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 6,010
- Trip Type:
- Stays of Distinction, VIP Luxury Touring
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