Christchurch Christchurch often referred to as the 'garden city' is the largest of the South Island cities and is a major international gateway to the country. It has a very English nature and the Avon River twists through its heart of stone buildings. There is plenty to see and do in Christchurch. Fiordland Arthur's Pass National Park Arthur's Pass National Park an alpine village just a short drive from Christchurch or take the Tranzalpine Train to take in the scenic views. Mount Cook Mt Cook is New Zealand's highest mountain and the area offers a wide range of activities.
Day walks, skiing, heli-skiing, horse treks, flightseeing to name a few.
The Hermitage Hotel is a popular place to stay and is located in a natural mountain amphitheatre. Dunedin Down to Dunedin where there is a very Scottish atmosphere, set between rolling hills and a rugged coastline. Dunedin has a unique combination of heritage and exotic wildlife. Taiaroa Head is the only place in the world where the giant Royal Albatross breeds on a mainland and is located only half an hour from the city centre. Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown Queenstown Queenstown nestles around a sheltered bay of Lake Wakatipu and is set in the magnificent Southern Lakes alpine region.