Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools, Jet Boat and Wine Tasting Day Trip from Christchurch
- Location:Christchurch, New Zealand
- Duration:8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- TOUR Code:2950CLT04
Discover the picturesque village of Hanmer Springs on this full-day trip from Christchurch. Relax and rejuvenate in the hot thermal pools, visit a sheep farm, ride a jet boat through Waiau Gorge and enjoy a wine tasting at a Waipara Winery.
Highlights
- Day trip to Hanmer Springs from Christchurch
- Jet boat ride through Waiau Gorge at Thrillseekers Canyon
- Visit to a working sheep farm
- Lunch in Hanmer Springs
- Bathe in Hanmer Springs thermal pools
- Waipara Winery wine tasting
- Hotel pickup and drop off from Christchurch
You'll be picked up from your centrally located Christchurch hotel to travel 90 minutes north to the tranquil setting of Hanmer Springs, nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains and forest-clad hills.
After enjoying the excitement of a jet boat ride through Waiau Gorge at Thrillseekers Canyon, visit a working sheep farm to see sheep dogs at work and sheep shearing.
At Hanmer Springs, enjoy lunch at the Garden House Cafe. The tour continues to Jacks Pass into the mountains overlooking the Hanmer Plateau, or you can opt to explore the village of Hanmer Springs at your own leisure.
Your time at Hanmer Springs concludes with a relaxing bathe in the thermal pools in the center of Hanmer Springs village.
Your journey back to Christchurch includes a stop at a Waipara Winery for a wine tasting. You'll arrive at your Christchurch accommodation at approximately 6:00pm.
Schedule Details
Waipara Wine Trail, Christchurch
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- 8:30am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Duration:8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point at approximately 6:00pm
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Additional Information
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Local guide
- Thrillseekers Canyon Waiau Gorge Jet boat ride
- Admission to the hot thermal pools
- Guided sheep farm tour
- Waipara Winery wine tasting
- Lunch at the Garden House Cafe Hanmer Springs
- Drinks
- Additional activities payable direct
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for infants
- Not wheelchair accessible
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