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Day 15 : Lake Tekapo to Christchurch

Travel time is approximate only, based on an average driving speed under normal road conditions.

  Travel time Km (Miles)
Lake Tekapo - Christchurch 3 hrs 230 144
Totals for Day 3 hrs 230 144

Lake Tekapo - Christchurch

Lake Tekapo - Christchurch

230 km (144 miles)
Approximately 3 hours
Road Conditions: Motorway/State Highway

The settlement of Lake Tekapo is at the southern end of the lake. Fishing, kayaking, bike riding, horse trekking and skiing are some of the things you can do in the area. The Church of the Good Shepherd and the sheepdog statue are great photo opportunities.

The scenic route to Christchurch leads you out of the Mackenzie Country, named after the legendary Scottish sheep rustler who once roamed the area. Enjoy historic sights and museums in the country towns of Fairlie and Geraldine.

At Mt Somers and Staveley there are historic cottages and lime kilns. The highly scenic climb up to Mount Hutt is followed by the natural beauty of the braided Rakaia River.

Explore the old coal mining settlement of Glentunnel before passing through the farms and fields of the Canterbury Plains to the rural centre of Rangiora.

The South Island's largest city, Christchurch is an entertaining mixture of refined lifestyle and cultural excitement. Visit heritage sites, museums and art galleries, and enjoy the highly developed restaurant scene.

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