On Day 1, explore Christchurch’s historic Cultural Precinct – the heritage buildings around Christchurch’s Arts Centre and Cathedral Square are home to galleries, cafés and restaurants. On Day 2, take a ride up the Christchurch Gondola for sweeping views. On Day 3, travel to the mountain town of Methven – home of ski bunnies in the winter season. On Day 4, return to Christchurch for retail therapy in the Lichfield Lanes and South of Lichfield precincts. On Day 5, take a day-trip to harbourside Akaroa on Banks Peninsula.