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christchurch - dunedin CHRISTCHURCH - DUNEDIN (Via Ashburton, Timaru & Oamaru) Driver Information This trip promises plenty of mountain scenery and wonderful eco experiences to be enjoyed. From the historic architecture and spectacular albatross of Otago to the lush farmlands of the ‘deep South’ and onto the natural beauty and tranquillity of Te Anau. Don't forget there will be plenty of waterfalls and sea life to be explored as you cruise along the Milford Sound before the magical journey back to Christchurch city via stunning Mt Cook and Tekapo. Some notable stops along the route to Dunedin include: RAKAIA ASHBURTON TEMUKA TIMARU OAMARU BLUE PENGUIN COLONY DUNEDIN You will have no problems finding suitable accommodation! From ultra luxurious romantic resorts to holiday houses, self-catering apartments, luxury hotels, motels, bed & breakfast or campgrounds... it’s all here! As far as dining goes... where do you start? Cheap takeaways to first class, award winning dining, its all here for the tasting! Along with the normal choices of fast food options, there are a great range of cafes and restaurants offering some of the best local cuisine. Highly recommended Dunedin tourist attractions include... Otago Peninsula - Take a tour with Elim Wildlife Tours or Monarch Wildlife Cruises to view this spectacular region and wildlife. View the Royal Albatross, penguins, seals and bird life galore! Larnach Castle & Gardens - If you love New Zealand antiques, carved ceilings, castles, stunning views and beautiful gardens then a visit to historic Larnach Castle is a must! New Zealand's only castle boasts spectacular tower views and a Garden of International Significance where you can meander through 9 different gardens before enjoying a refreshment break in the Ballroom cafe.
The Octagon - A well known meeting place with the locals in the heart of the city, this is where you will find plenty of 'top-notch' bars and cafes or just sit on the grassy bank and enjoy the bustle of the inner city. Otago Settlers Museum - Established in 1898, the museum is considered one of the country's most significant social history museums. Learn about the indigenous Maori, Chinese goldfield workers and other migrant groups. We suggest you pre-arrange a guided tour. Speight's Brewery Heritage Tour - The Speight's Brewery is truly an Otago icon and this 90 minute our of a working brewery and heritage centre is a "must see" for any visitor to the Otago region. Of course at the end of your informative and interactive tour you can enjoy the range of beers in the private Heritage Bar!
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Travel distance is approximately 365kms (228 miles).
If you love museums then you will love Ashburton! This great semi rural town boasts a lot of museums, including the Plains Vintage Railway & Historical Museum, the Lynn Historical Woodworking Trust as well as the Ashburton Vintage Car Museum, Ashburton Museum and the Ashburton Harness Racing Museum.
The city of Dunedin is situated at the head of the spectacular Otago Harbour and is the second largest city in the South Island. Along with the famous Otago University, the city is also considered New Zealand's architectural heritage capital, offering historic Victorian and Edwardian buildings lovingly restored to make this city truly unique.