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CANTERBURY & CHRISTCHURCH TOURS

DARK SKY PROJECT
Gaze at the night sky in Tekapo, one of the quietest
spots on the planet, yet one of the busiest night skies
in the universe.
Visit the Dark Sky Experience, and embark on a journey
13.8 billion years in the making with the
multi-media indoor astronomy experience that
combines science and Maori astronomy.
The Crater Experience at Cowan’s Observatory
is the perfect introductory stargazing experience.
Enjoy maximum time under the stars in the giant
purpose-built crater. Enhance your knowledge and
understanding of the skies through the powerful
optical telescopes.
Choose the Summit Experience at the University of
Canterbury Mt John Observatory. Immerse yourself
in the stunning surrounds, pristine night skies and
sophisticated viewing technologies as your expert
guides share the stories of the Southern Skies.
Includes:
• Stargazing • Expert guide
• Informative commentary
Operator: Dark Sky Project
Duration: Dark Sky Experience: 45 minutes
Crater Experience: 1 hour 15 minutes
Summit Experience: 2 hours
Departs: Dark Sky Experience: Daily from Dark Sky
Project, frequently between 10am – 6pm
Crater Experience: Daily from Cowan’s
Observatory at 10:40pm, 12:10am
Summit Experience: Daily from the University
of Canterbury Mt John Observatory at
11:45pm, 2am
Other prices apply 1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21.
1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 Adult Child 5-15 yrs
Dark Sky Experience $45 * $30 *
Crater Experience $99 * $59 *
Summit Experience $175 * $90 *

CHRISTCHURCH GRAND TOUR
Enjoy all that Christchurch has to offer on board a coach
on this full day tour.
Experience punting on the Avon River as your punter
guides you on a 30 minute ride past leafy banks and
woodlands. Discover natural beauty, history and culture
on the Christchurch Botanic Gardens tour. Ride the
Gondola and experience the Time Tunnel, a dramatic
reconstruction of the history of the Port Hills and
Christchurch. Explore the city at your leisure on an
iconic tram.
Includes:
• 30 minute punting ride
• Botanic Gardens tour
• Gondola ride
• Tram ticket
• Monavale Homestead
• Informative commentary CHRISTCHURCH TRAM CITY TOUR
• Expert guide Discover Christchurch as you hop on and off
the city’s iconic tram. The Christchurch Tramway is
• Pick-up from selected Christchurch accommodation
the perfect way to experience the changing face of
Operator: Christchurch Attractions Christchurch city.
Duration: 5 hours Enjoy the tram driver’s comprehensive commentary as
Departs: Daily from Christchurch at 10am you glimpse Christchurch’s leading landmarks. The full
loop journey includes 17 stops allowing you to visit
Christchurch’s inner city attractions.
Includes:
• All day hop-on hop-off tram pass to explore
Christchurch
• Informative commentary
Operator: Christchurch Attractions
Departs: Daily from selected locations,
every 20 minutes from 9am (Sep – Mar),
every 20 minutes from 10am (Apr – Aug)
Adult Child 5-15 yrs Adult Child 0-15 yrs
1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 $124 * $66 * 1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 $24 * FREE
1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $134 * $66 * 1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21 $29 * FREE

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure. 87