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Justin MacLean
Posted at Apr 7, 2025
Family Adventure Trip: Kaikōura to Christchurch, NZ
- Food & Drink,Road Trip,Adventure & Sports,Leisure & Wellness,Historical & Education
Day 1
Arrive in Kaikōura and enjoy local sights and delicious food.
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Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway
Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, Canterbury 7300, New Zealand
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Restaurant
Kaikoura Seafood BBQ Kiosk
55 Fyffe Quay, Kaikōura Peninsula, Kaikōura 7300, New Zealand
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Tourist Attraction
Whale Watch Kaikoura
Whaleway Station Road, Kaikōura 7340, New Zealand
Day 2
Explore marine life and stunning coastal views through the day.
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Point of Interest
Kaikoura Trotting Club
South Bay, Kaikōura 7300, New Zealand
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Cafe
Beach House Cafe
39 Beach Road, Kaikōura 7300, New Zealand
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Tourist Attraction
Encounter Kaikoura (Dolphin Encounter)
96 Esplanade, Kaikōura 7300, New Zealand
Day 3
Travel to Picton and soak in the natural beauty along the way.
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Park
Picton Memorial Park
Picton 7220, New Zealand
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Bakery
Picton Village Bakery
46 Auckland Street, Picton 7220, New Zealand
Day 4
Enjoy outdoor activities and relax in Picton.
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Locality
Picton
Picton, New Zealand
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Museum
Edwin Fox Museum
Dunbar Wharf, Picton 7281, New Zealand
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Restaurant
Le Café
12-14 London Quay, Picton 7220, New Zealand
Day 5
Travel to Hanmer Springs to experience its unique hot springs.
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Tourist Attraction
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools
42 Amuri Avenue, Hanmer Springs 7334, New Zealand
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Locality
Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
Day 6
Conclude the trip in Christchurch, enjoying local attractions.
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Tourist Attraction
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand
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Shopping Mall
Re:START
118 Cashel Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Top Things To Do In Christchurch
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
From: $242
⏱ 10 hours
Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Day Tour TranzAlpine Train & Lunch
From: $260
⏱ 10 hours
Arthur's Pass and TranzAlpine Train Day Tour from Christchurch
From: $331
⏱ 9 hours
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
From: $192
⏱ 9 hours
Christchurch to Queenstown via Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook (1 way)
From: $236
⏱ 13 hours
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
From: $219
⏱ 11 hours
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
From: $148
⏱ 13 hours
Christchurch to Queenstown One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
From: $236
⏱ 14 hours
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch
From: $177
⏱ 13 hours
Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit.
From: $174
⏱ 7 hours
Top Things To Do In Hanmer Springs
Amuri Jet Adventures - Hanmer Springs Quad Biking tour
From: $100
⏱ 2 hours
Amuri Adventure Jet Boating in Hanmer Springs
From: $77
⏱ 1 hour
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
From: $25
⏱ 8 hours
Hanmer Springs Star Tours at Manuka Skies
From: $76
⏱ 2 hours
Amuri Jet Adventures - Hanmer Springs Quad Biking tour
From: $100
⏱ 2 hours
Amuri Adventure Jet Boating in Hanmer Springs
From: $77
⏱ 1 hour
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
From: $25
⏱ 8 hours
Hanmer Springs Star Tours at Manuka Skies
From: $76
⏱ 2 hours
Top Things To Do In Picton
Gourmet Gold Wine Tour: Indulge in Cloudy Bay's finest wines
From: $347
⏱ 6 hours
InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington
From: $56
⏱ 3 hours
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
From: $65
⏱ 3 hours
Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tour Including Wine Tasting
From: $130
⏱ 6 hours
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
From: $99
⏱ 4 hours
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
From: $99
⏱ 4 hours
CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours
From: $77
⏱ 1 - 15 hours
Flight Experience our Water and Wilderness Scenic Tour
From: $177
⏱ 1 hour
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
From: $106
⏱ 3 hours
Marlborough Wine Tour - Picton Cruise Ship Shore Excursion Tour
From: $168
⏱ 4 - 5 hours
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