Christchurch is known as the gateway to the South Island. Boasting a plethora of activities both inside and outside the town centre.

Explore Christchurch with your private driver uncovering the magnificent sights of Christchurch City and surroundings. Begin your 5 hour adventure at the City Centre, unlocking all the highlights! Some of the amazing places you will visit are the Botanic gardens, Cathedral, Arts Centre, Cathedral Square, New Regent street, before heading out to the iconic Gondola, sit back and relax as you ride to the top of Mt Cavendish to be greeted with a 360 degree views of the City, while your immersed in the views- take a tour through the time tunnel to learn about the history of the peninsula. Next up you will drive through the Lyttelton tunnel to the famous port, winding your way along the coast to reach Governors bay! Winding up and over the sign of the Takahe, you will see the beautiful sights as you look out over the city, southern alps and coastline!

After tracking the edge of Lake Pukaki, arrive at Aoraki / Mount Cook Village in the afternoon, where you will be treated to a complimentary picnic lunch under the shadow of New Zealand's highest peak.

Depart Mount Cook Village and journey down one of the country's most scenic roads, tracking the vibrant blue waters of Lake Pukaki with stunning backward views of the Southern Alps. Afterward, continue south to sample ultra-fresh seafood at High Country Salmon, cross the majestic Lindis Pass, and stop for local orchard treats in Cromwell before descending through the rugged Kawarau Gorge into Queenstown where your guide will drop you directly at your accommodation.