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Scorched morning rays herald a patchwork of fruit orchards alongside farms that creep toward tussock-clad hills. Taste exquisite summer fruits of cherries, apricots, plums, nectarines, peaches, pears, berries and apples at roadside orchard stalls.

Taste Award Winning wines at vineyards in dramatic settings. Glimpse past goldmining at Bendigo or Bannockburn.
Two Days Queenstown to Christchurch via Cromwell.

Wine & Food
New Zealand's most memorable wine and food experiences.
A touring route encompassing Hawke's Bay, Wairarapa, Wellington and Marlborough.

The Canterbury region has four key touring routes: Alpine Pacific Triangle, Canterbury Pacific Highway, Great Alpine Highway, and the Inland Scenic Route.

Spend quality time with the family as you explore the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail. There are lots of activities aimed at children as well as attractions the whole family will enjoy.

Gore offers a magnificent selection of parks and gardens and stunning displays no matter what time of year.
Suggested Time: 1 day

Getting outdoors & having an adventure.
Adventure comes in every shape and size along our trail.

Opotiki [Gisborne 334km] Opotiki is the gateway to the East Cape and the start/finish of State Highway 35.

The Roxburgh area has a rich gold mining history, the remnants of which can be discovered and explored on foot.

If you are planning to travel between Queenstown and Christchurch, here is an itinerary with a difference.
Queenstown to Christchurch 3 Days.