Christchurch : Self Drive Tours of Christchurch
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Day 1: Christchurch
On arrival into Christchurch, collect your hire car before heading to your hotel. Spend the evening soaking up the leafy charm of this most English town.
Hotel: Charlotte Jane Hotel
Day 2: Christchurch - Marlborough Sounds
Distance: 224 Miles
Drive along the beautiful Kaikoura coast to Marlborough Sounds. If you are a fan of cetaceans, why not go on a whale-watching excursion on the way, or better still, one of the many dolphin encounters that operate off shore?
Hotel: Raetihi Lodge
Day 3: Marlborough Sounds
Spend the day enjoying the sights and sounds of this area with a bush walk or a boat trip - the choice is entirely yours.
Hotel: Raetihi Lodge
Day 4: Marlborough - Nelson
Distance: 47 Miles
Take a short scenic drive to Nelson. Where you can spend the day exploring the many museums and craft galleries in the town, or alternatively just find a bar and get to know the locals.
Hotel: Cambria House
Day 5: Nelson - Hanmer Springs
Distance: 186 Miles
Drive through beautiful countryside as you make your way to Hanmer Springs. Once you arrive, you can relax after your drive with a soak in a natural hot springs and thermal spas.
Hotel: Cheltenham House
Day 6: Hanmer Springs - Christchurch
Distance: 81 Miles
After a leisurely morning enjoying the facilities on offer at Hanmer Springs, make the short drive to Christchurch, where you can spend time shopping or sightseeing before returning your car to the depot and heading on to the next stage of your holiday.