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	<li>Cancellation charges may be applicable when any booking is cancelled.</li>
	<li>Day tours will be charged at 50% of tour price if cancelled within 14 days of tour.</li>
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Yes. The Operator can arrange pick up and drop off to your Christchurch accommodation.&nbsp;

The following is recommended: wind/shower proof jacket that will keep you dry in a sharp shower Sweater or jacket suitable for cooler weather, made of material that retains warmth when damp from sweat or drizzle), hat (type depending on weather)

Take a day pack (or bag you can carry and have both hands free) sunscreen (high SPF) sunglasses water bottle lip balm camera with extra card, spare batteries.

Stops along the way will include, time and weather permitting, Barry&rsquo;s Bay Cheese Factory,&nbsp; Little River Art Gallery and Birdling&rsquo;s Flat.

Join a&nbsp;small group day tour to Akaroa, a small settlement in New Zealand that has a fusion of French and Māori history. Explore further as you take in the stunning landscapes of the Banks Peninsula and spot marine life on a nature cruise, departing from Akaroa Harbour.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Take a&nbsp;scenic drive to Akaroa&nbsp;via the Banks Peninsula summit, providing stunning views of farmlands, the Canterbury Plains, the Southern Alps, and secluded bays along the coastline.

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The&nbsp;town of Akoroa was settled within an old volcanic crater, adding to its picturesque charm. The surrounding fertile soil, perfect for farming, is a result of volcanic eruptions that occurred more than 6 million years ago.&nbsp;

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Your boat awaits at Akaroa&#39;s main wharf for today&#39;s nature cruise. Look out to the sea for the chance to&nbsp;spot Hectors Dolphins, little blue penguins, NZ fur seals, and local bird life. Your boat skipper will share insights about the local history as you pass the impressive volcanic cliffs at the harbour entrance.

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After the cruise,&nbsp;wander around the 175-year-old French village of Akaroa, with its museums showcasing the history of settlers, art and craft shops, and studios.

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Settle in for&nbsp;lunch at an award-winning French-inspired cafe&nbsp;before making your way back to your accommodation in Christchurch.&nbsp;

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	<li>Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us</li>
	<li>Nature cruise&nbsp;to spot&nbsp;Hectors Dolphins, little blue penguins, NZ fur seals and local birds&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Explore the&nbsp;175-year-old French harbour-side village of Akaroa&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Enjoy&nbsp;lunch at an award-winning cafe&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Morning or afternoon tea&nbsp;(weather dependent)&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Scenic drive with&nbsp;views of the countryside, Canterbury Plains and the Southern Alps</li>
	<li>Knowledgable guide with&nbsp;informative commentary&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Travel in a&nbsp;comfortable air-conditioned luxury vehicle</li>
	<li>Returns transfer to Christchurch&nbsp;</li>
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Visit:&nbsp;https://www.canterburytrails.co.nz/terms-of-use/

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	<li>The Operator offers exclusive private tours and personal tours for small groups of up to ten guests.</li>
	<li>The tour offered by the Operator&nbsp;is undertaken by the clients at their own risk and neither the Operator nor it&#39;s agents accept liability whatsoever for any loss or damage to any property of it&#39;s clients or for any injury sustained by a client while undertaking any tour.</li>
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