A few more days in Christchurch

We had a couple of days in Christchurch before our flight to Auckland, so we took the opportunity to see Banks Peninsula. It was only a short drive from the city centre yet was such a contrast. This area was the result of volcanic eruptions and has steep grassy hills, windy roads and secluded bays - it was beautiful and had great views over Christchurch. We headed to Akaroa, a pretty French influenced harbour town - here we chilled out and soaked up the atmosphere.

Drinks before our 2nd or 3rd curry in Christchurch......

We also visited the Antartic Centre which was interesting but really a rip off! The blizzard room was really good fun and we experienced what it would be like in a snow storm in the Antartic, it was a bit nippy to say the least!

And so that was the South Island. We were sent off from Christchurch airport with a spectacular sunset before the short journey to Auckland.

Bye bye Christchurch