Probably the best way to arrive at a castle in style! Highly recommend for a memorable weekend break.
Route 13) The South Island Grand Tour
This is the big one, or rather the Grand one, the Grand Tour of the South Island. 3,500km of wonderful…
This 770km loop based out of Christchurch encompasses a wide variety of interests and sights, and travels through not just one but two mountain passes, (not at all intimidating ones though).
Arthurs Pass joining the two coasts is a fantastic experience, winding it's way through some impressive mountainous landscapes. Once over the on West Coast you have dramatic seascapes, plus the historical interests of places like Reefton.
Trekking back through the central Lewis Pass you have the choice of not one but yes you guessed it, two Hot Springs at either Maruia (smaller, more basic but better views), or Hanmer (larger, more theme park and sanitised). Add to that whale watching at Kaikoura, and all the activities, dining and shopping available in Christchurch itself and you have a superb drive.
Christchurch West Coast to East Coast Central Loop
Delights that await you...
Click through the gallery below to see just some of the delights that await you en route, many of which were taken on my own adventures, (you can probably spot those ones....)
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