Days 14 - 15 Christchurch

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Day 14 - Christchurch
Overnight: The Worcester
Meals: Breakfast

Christchurch and the surrounding area offer the visitor a variety of sights and activities. Within the city of Christchurch, Cathedral Square, dominated by Christchurch Cathedral, is a hub of outdoor activity; visit art galleries, museums, the Antarctica Centre, or shop in the heart of the city. Punt on the Avon River, which meanders through the city’s center, rent a bicycle to tour this flat city at a leisurely pace, or visit the gorgeous displays of gardens, flowering trees and lawns of the Botanic Gardens.

Day 15 - Depart Christchurch

Today take the opportunity of a day excursion to the French settlement of Akaroa on Banks Peninsula. Stroll around Akaroa, Canterbury’s oldest village – an unexpected but truly magical taste of provincial France just one and a half hours drive from Christchurch. This longstanding tribute to the region’s first settlers offers intriguing museums, craft shops and secluded lunch spots. From here you can also cruise or swim with the world’s rarest dolphin – the Hectors.

Drop off your rental vehicle at Christchurch Airport prior to your departing flight.

5.25pm Depart Christchurch aboard Air New Zealand flight NZ0542 for Auckland

6:45pm Arrive Auckland. On arrival at Auckland Airport take the courtesy shuttle to the International Airport.

9:45pm Depart Auckland aboard Air New Zealand flight NZ1 for Los Angeles.

5:30am Regain day crossing the International Dateline and arrive Los Angeles the same day!

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Accommodation

The Worcester

The Worcester of Christchurch is an inner city, 5 star Qualmark rated, boutique bed and breakfast, with the best location in Christchurch, opposite the Arts Centre, two minutes walk from museum, art gallery and Botanic Gardens, 5 minutes to Cathedral Square.

The two suites have superking beds, with pure cotton bed linen, TV, refrigerator, tea & coffee making facilities, telephone. Complimentary wireless & broadband email & internet access available in room.

The beautifully preserved heritage house, is furnished in classic Victorian style, complete with a superb collection of fine art and antiques.

Choose from the comprehensive continental and cooked breakfast menu in the elegance of our feature dining room and relax in the early evening with your hosts Maree and Tony for pre-dinner complimentary drinks.

"Outstanding for quality, value or both. One of the 6 Best B&B's in New Zealand" - FROMMERS GUIDE