Canterbury
Canterbury boasts a varying landscape of mountain peaks and beautiful beaches. It encompasses nine districts and the major city of Christchurch.
Dunedin
Dunedin is the second largest city on the south island. Its surrounding area is home to the rare yellow-eyed penguin, and is rich in Maori heritage.
Greymouth
Greymouth is a culturally fascinating city with its Art Gallery and History House. Just south of Greymouth is the historic Shantytown with its goldmining heritage.
Invercargill
Invercargill is one of the most southern cities in the world, and is surrounded by the breathtaking Fiordland National Park.
Mount Cook
Mount Cook is also referred to as Aoraki the Cloud Piercer, and is the highest mountain in New Zealand. It is situated within the Mount Cook National Park which has been awarded World Heritage status.
Queenstown
Queenstown is labelled the 'adventure capital of the world' and is the location of the first ever bungee jumping company. It is also where much of the filming took place for the Lord of the Rings films.
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Christchurch
Christchurch is surrounded by immense natural beauty which is complimented by the city's cosmopolitan and youthful atmosphere and culture.
Franz Josef
Franz Josef is a 10 kilometre long glacier over which you can walk or take an organised scenic flight.
Hokitika
Hokitika is situated near the South Westland World Heritage National Park and the Arahura River. The river is a source of greenstone, much of which is made into jewellrey for sale in the city.
Marlborough
Marlborough is located in the north east corner of the south island. It enjoys all-year-sunshine, and is home to over 65 wineries. Its Sauvignon Blanc is world renowned.
Picton
Picton is where to catch the Interisland ferry to the north island, and is the site of the Edwin Fox vessel - the last remaining ship to have been used to transport convicts.
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