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The Giant's House was the first bank managers house in Akaroa, built 1880 of totara and kauri. It is grand in size, proportions, and features. Elegant and comfortable, it is designed and decorated in the french style. Being the home of an artist it balances and contrasts the historic and contemporary. Both the house and terraced gardens are full of surprises -expect the unexpected at The Giant's House! The Giant's House - A historic Akaroa house with original artworks, terraced gardens with sculptures and mosaics. A creative feast and a wonderful experience. Romantic secluded and quiet, but only a few minutes walk to the centre of Akaroa.

The Gift Company showcases locally designed and manufactured gifts including a wonderful selection of thoughtful and quality homeware gifting ideas, gorgeous bath & body products, inspired accessories and some yummy treats. You’ll be sure to find the perfect gift for someone special or to spoil yourself.

Private custom tours, designed to give you understanding and valuable insights into the South Island. Your itinerary is carefully planned around your special requirements and interests. Your tour may include the South Island's main attractions, idyllic places off the beaten track, or a combination of the two. Your professional guide will bring to life the plants, wildlife and landforms that make the South Island so distinctive, as well as its rich Maori and European colonial history. Your choice of accommodation in lodges, hotels or B&Bs in bustling resorts, quaint towns or serene places in the middle of nowhere, you choose. Custom day tours from Christchurch are also available.

Relax at lunch shelters with great views while enjoying a refreshing hot drink. Tramp through bush filled gullies to views of the Seaward Kaikoura Mountains rising out of the vast Pacific Ocean. A great chance to get into real New Zealand and meet farming families who have lived here for generations. We transport your luggage and provide comfortable upper-end backpacker accommodation. We are located 40 km south of Kaikoura, easily accessed by car or busesand provide safe car parking. With up to only 10 people walking each day, space, peace, nature are all you share. Best of all , included in the fee, is luggage transport round the track, so you walk with only a day pack. Accommodations...

We are situated in the picturesque Tinwald Domain, complete with pond and playground. Entry is via donation. Open days are held between September and June with an operating loco, view our website for further detailed information. Volunteer working members can be found on-site almost daily - who will provide a tour of interest around the site. Our vast collection of steam and diesel shunting locomotives, railcar and freight wagons is not to be missed for any heritage railway enthusiast. Our unique rural history display includes tractors, implements and a Buckeye Triple Expansion Engine show Ashburton's pioneering past.

Here's a tour for Gin and Whisky enthusiasts. While away an hour or two exploring all things Curiosity Gin and Divergence Whisky at The Spirits Workshop Distillery. Your host will take you through the distillery where you'll learn directly from these talented distillers the history of the craft, how Whisky and Gin are made, see the stills and soak up the smell of the barrel room. All tours include a guided tasting of Curiosity and Divergence products.

Luxury Adventures is thrilled to announce the 2025 Ultra-Luxe Golf Tour of New Zealand. We are combining breath taking natural landscapes of New Zealand with top-tier golf courses, the finest cuisine, accommodation & exclusive activities. This tour promises to be an unforgettable journey for avid golfers & their partners to discover the beauty of New Zealand. Please see link below. Full itinerary provided to those who complete the expression of interest form. Pricing starts at USD $60,000 per player. Travelling partners welcome & activities such as spa and wineries will be tailored for these guests. Contact us for alternative options today.

Wildsouth Discovery offers tour options (private or small group) that can take you from Christchurch to Arthur’s Pass on the TranzAlpine train, from where you can explore the West Coast both north and south of Greymouth. Experience the dramatic Otira Gorge before heading to the “Coast”, viewing the rugged mountains, varied forest types and perhaps see the rare Kea, the alpine parrot. The West Coast is known for its stunning beauty, varied landscapes, jade/pounamu and its gold and coal heritage. Cape Foulwind, Punakaiki, Hokitika, the glaciers and the rainforests are some of the highlights before heading on to Haast, Wanaka and Queenstown. Private and small group tour options...

This activity involves climbing trees at our base at the Hanmer Springs Forest Camp. We have a gum tree and a pine tree each with two routes, some being more difficult than others. This challenges clients allowing them to overcome their fears and make it to the top of the climbs, all with in a safe environment led by our qualified instructors. This activity is amazing to watch as clients often climb higher than they expected and the encouragement from team members is awesome to see.

Alan and Catherine purchased four hectares of bare land with an old house on it in 1978. In an old stable at the back of the property they discovered newspapers dating back to 1893 so the property had age on its side even then. Gardening was a passion for Alan from an early age with his first collection at 8 years old a spiky group of cacti and succulents. In later years he developed a passion for chrysanthemums and dahlias. The dahlias have remained a lifelong fascination for this gardener. The New Zealand Gardens Trust awarded Trott’s - six stars and designated it as a NZ Garden of International Significance, Alan was awarded a Queen’s Service Medal in 2017 for his services to...

Eight game stations, three simulators and a whole heap of retro attitude - Virtual & Retro has the tools to make your visit to Ashburton a memorable one. We have activities suitable for 8 to 80 year olds, and plenty of seating and screens so that your whole group can see what's happening - whether they're wearing a headset or not. With more than thirty popular VR games, we've got more activities than you could possibly fit into one visit. Whether you like single-player shooters, team multiplayer games, or even if you don't like games and just want to try a virtual reality experience, we've got you covered. Check out our website and give us a try.

Team up with your friends or family to tackle one of more than ten virtual escape rooms, where you'll be wearing VR headsets in our multiplayer arena. With options from single player to groups of six, and choices of easy through difficult puzzles, there's enough variety to keep you coming back time and time again. But beware - you won't succeed unless you work together.

Quiet well trained horses will take you on a scenic journey along the banks of the mighty Waimakariri River at a pace that suits your ability. First time riders are more than welcome, as are families with pony rides, short treks to the river and back as well as our half hour Robin ride. Or just chill out and relax in our comfortable picnic area. Our Riding school offers 1 on 1 lessons for adults and children of all levels, school holiday riding programs and even leasing option.

The 5.5hr tour features vineyards from this selection: Pegasus Bay, Greystone, Torlesse, Terrace Edge, Georges Road and Waipara Springs. The tour includes a scrumptious lunch platter at one of the wineries - the perfect way to fuel up for the rest of your day. All wine samples and lunch are included. The experience is topped off with a friendly and knowledgeable driver/guide who can point out the parts that shouldn’t be missed as you tour the area. Pick-up and drop-off from central Christchurch is included.

Christchurch Otautahi Highlights Walk. An excellent introduction to Christchurch inner city , combining pre European and European early history, the development of the city, its recent past and the emergence of a fantastic post earthquake city. A leisurely walk, in small groups (usually not more than 10) and lasting approximately 2.0-2.5 hours. Our knowledgeable and enthusiastic local volunteer guides consistently get excellent Trip Advisor ratings and make this a must do experience in Christchurch. We also offer customized or private walks to suit your needs. Walk Christchurch donates a significant portion of its walking fees to support the operation of the Arts Centre and its...

Your six nights fully catered windsurf experience is based in the heart of the South Island. You are hosted in the peaceful settlement of Twizel, centrally located to easily access five different lakes. From crystal clear waters of Lake Ohau, Aviemore and Benmore to turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki and Tekapo, all with a breathtaking backdrop. We aim to explore a different spot each day. The timing of your trip is tailored to capture the summer thermal weather conditions, maximising your water time. During your time with us, all meals will be fully catered for (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack on the beach). Transport for you and your gear is included (from Queenstown).

Your six nights fully catered wingfoil experience is based in the heart of the South Island. You are hosted in the peaceful settlement of Twizel, centrally located to easily access five different lakes. From crystal clear waters of Lake Ohau, Aviemore and Benmore to turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki and Tekapo, all with a breathtaking backdrop. We aim to explore a different spot each day. The timing of your trip is tailored to capture the summer thermal weather conditions, maximising your water time. During your time with us, all meals will be fully catered for (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack on the beach). Transport for you and your gear is included (from Queenstown).

At Wildsouth Discovery, we are passionate about creating and personally guiding tailor-made exclusive tours for those travellers wanting to get close to the unique nature and the diverse landscapes that Te Waipounamu – South Island has to offer. For our tours, we use our fully customised tour vehicles which are fitted out to a very high degree of comfort and features. Our tours are run like safaris – explore and enjoy the natural and scenic diversity and then retire to delightful accommodations with splendid food. With over 24 years of experience in the New Zealand tourism industry, we can ensure that our tour guests will experience a magnificent journey and leave with stories that...