Hanmer Springs Resort Town & Thermal Springs

After your 2-hour drive from port, enjoy a relaxing day out visiting the quaint alpine village of Hanmer Springs, a resort town in the Canterbury region. Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa, with its mineral waters, is an extremely popular weekend destination for Christchurch locals. Take a narrated drive through the Waipara wine region, one of the country’s fastest growing wine regions before heading through the Huruinui district and into Hanmer Springs. Enjoy time at the extremely popular Hanmer hot pools which offer a selection of mineral hot pools, childrens area and for the thrillseekers the super bowl or hydroslide experiences. There is a great selection of shops or maybe hire a mountain bike or check out one of the short forest walks. Return to Lyttelton via Christchurch for a short tour of the city to see the rebuild that is taking place since the 2011 earthquakes. Special Notes: Please wear comfortable flat-soled shoes, clothing suited to the weather conditions, a hat and jacket, plenty of biodegradable sunscreen and bring bottled water. Entrance Fee to the Hot Pools and Lunch is included in this tour.

Photography

Please bring your camera

Refreshments

Enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants, cafes or bars in Hanmer Springs