New Zealand | Christchurch - Banks Peninsula Weekend Getaway
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New Zealand | Christchurch - Banks Peninsula Weekend Getaway
Sarah
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My comprehensive guide provides you with everything you need to know to spend some beautiful days on the Banks Peninsula. Due to its proximity to Christchurch, this is the perfect place for a weekend getaway (or longer).
It includes general information, recommendations on where to stay, the best places to eat, what to do and beautiful spots around the Peninsula.
I experienced it a as very relaxing and peaceful place, perfect to calm down but without getting bored, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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BANKS PENINSULA
Banks Peninsula
@sarahgeiger
The Banks Peninsula is just 1,5 hours drive from Christchurch and therefore the perfect place for a getaway from the city. The Peninsula is of volcanic origin and two prominent craters formed Lyttleton and Akaroa Harbours.
Day trips, 2 days, a long weekend or even longer. There is enough to be explored to fill some days. The Peninsula counts with innumerable bays and amazing landscape. This is truly a haven of relaxation to fill up on energy away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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The Banks Peninsula is just 1,5 hours drive from Christchurch and therefore the perfect place for a getaway from the city. The Peninsula is of volcanic origin and two prominent craters formed Lyttleton and Akaroa Harbours.
Day trips, 2 days, a long weekend or even longer. There is enough to be explored to fill some days. The Peninsula counts with innumerable bays and amazing landscape. This is truly a haven of relaxation to fill up on energy away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
AKAROA
Akaroa
@sarahgeiger
Akaroa is a small and cute French town on the Banks Peninsula with historic buildings and just about 700 inhabitants. It's very peaceful there and located right at the water. The shops and restaurants look all very nice and you can go for a walk along the bay and enjoy those beautiful views over the water and the mountain in the background.
There are a lot of holiday homes and in fact, the town felt a lot like vacation to me. I really loved it there.
The charming colonial cottages make for a nice stroll through the French town. This little township was the only French settlement in New Zealand.
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Akaroa is a small and cute French town on the Banks Peninsula with historic buildings and just about 700 inhabitants. It's very peaceful there and located right at the water. The shops and restaurants look all very nice and you can go for a walk along the bay and enjoy those beautiful views over the water and the mountain in the background.
There are a lot of holiday homes and in fact, the town felt a lot like vacation to me. I really loved it there.
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Hi everyone 👋🏻
I'm Sarah from Germany and my biggest passion is everything related to travel. I not only LOVE to organize my own travels but also help others make travelling and especially planning easier. Below you can find some facts about me to get to know me a little better 😊
🌏 I'm backpacking solo around the world since 2017, exploring new places and cultures. I love to travel off the beaten path as I think this is the best way to experience local life and discover places away from mass tourism.
🗻 I've lived in New Zealand for 2,5 years, exploring this beautiful country in my van and I've also lived in Australia and Uruguay for one year each.
🥥 I always try to spend as much time as possible in one country to be able to explore it thoroughly. The first thing I usually do is wandering the streets to get a feel for the place, visiting local markets and also trying all the food.
🏞️🏝️ I love the outdoors, hiking, chasing waterfalls, driving around with the scooter, scuba diving and snorkeling.
🤔Have initial questions or need quick advice? Hit the “Contact Me” button to send me a message! I’d love to hear from you.
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DESTINATION(S) COVERED
Corsair Bay, Lyttelton, Neuseeland
Akaroa, Neuseeland
Okains Bay, Neuseeland
Le Bons Bay, Neuseeland
South Island, Neuseeland
Christchurch Akaroa Road, Little River, Neuseeland
Tumbledown Bay, Canterbury, Neuseeland
Governors Bay, Neuseeland
Cass Bay, Lyttelton, Neuseeland
Christchurch, Neuseeland
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