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The popular tourist destination of Hanmer Springs is a picturesque spa resort town which is located approximately 130 kilometres north of Christchurch and stands in a broad valley sheltered by wooded hills. Within this beautiful a rural area, the thermal springs were found by the first European in1859 and were used by a few locals and serviced by an old wooden dressing shed. The spa resort developed around the thermal springs in the late 19th century and due to its proximity to Christchurch became a popular spa town and weekend retreat. Today Hanmer Springs has grown into a busy alpine spa village and is known primarily for its well serviced thermal pools, massage, health and beauty treatments, but also offers additional outdoor activities including extreme outdoor sports, high country adventure touring and snow skiing at the Hanmer Springs Ski Area and the slopes of nearby Mt Lyford.
Historically Hanmer Springs stands at the centre of productive farmlands which over the years has diversified into forestry and more recently, tourism. Located within a magnificent mountain area of alpine rivers and forests, Hanmer Springs offers visitors a full range of outdoor activities from gentle walks, rugged hikes, exhilarating mountain bike trails, scenic flights and fresh water fishing to the extreme activities available in the nearby Thrillseekers Canyon of bungy jumping, jet boating, off road quad bikes, white water rafting, paintballing and clay bird shooting. Hanmer Springs is also a transport hub as it is located on the main northern route over the Southern Alps via Lewis Pass which stands close to the small spa town of Maruia Springs, and lies within the Alpine Pacific Triangle, a popular touring area on the rugged east coast.
This delightful, friendly and hospitable rural settlement of approximately 760 residents offers visitors a diverse selection of accommodation, cafes, bars, restaurants, galleries, craft shops and boutique shopping. The local i-SITE Visitor Centre provides local detailed information on the large range of trails and tracks which surround the area, such as the short walk to the top of Conical Hill which offers stunning views over Hanmer Springs and the surrounding open and forested countryside.
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Heritage Hotel Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs
 |  Restored to its original Spanish design, choose a well appointment superior or deluxe hotel room, garden deluxe room or fully self contained two bedroom villa. The dining room and piano bar capture the atmosphere of the 1930’s with high ceilings and windows overlooking beautiful gardens and in winte... |
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Quad Bike Tour - 2 & 1/2 hours
Biking
Hanmer Springs |  Jump on a quad bike and explore the purpose-built track through meadows, streams and bush on their 15,000 acre Woodbank station property. Get ready for the adrenaline-pumping thrill of a real quad bike adventure, with river crossings, hill climbs, humps and bumps, all set in the magnificent scenery... |
Quad Bike Tour - 1 & 1/2 hours
Biking
Hanmer Springs | Jump on a quad bike and explore the purpose-built track through meadows, streams and bush on their 15,000 acre Woodbank station property. Get ready for the adrenaline-pumping thrill of a real quad bike adventure, with river crossings, hill climbs, humps and bumps, all set in the magnificent scenery... |
Twin Passes Over-the-Top
Biking
Hanmer Springs |  For the ultimate mountain biking experience in Hanmer Springs, choose their twin passes deal! Travel to the top of Jack’s Pass (3000 ft) by shuttle where you adventure begins! Explore the unique South Island High Country between Jacks Pass and Jollies Pass. The views are magnificent – the ride winds... |
Conical Hill Walk
Walking
Hanmer Springs |  Conical Hill is on Conical Hill Road, in beautiful Hanmer Springs. From the village walk north up the road to the end, it is well signposted. It takes approximately 30 minutes to walk to the top for the normal walker. As you walk up through the trees you will see glimpses of the village and the v... |
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools, Jet Boat and Wine Ta
Sightseeing
Hanmer Springs |  Discover the picturesque village of Hanmer Springs on this full-day trip from Christchurch. Relax and rejuvenate in the hot thermal pools, visit a sheep farm, ride a jet boat through Waiau Gorge and enjoy a wine tasting at a Waipara Winery. You'll be picked up from your centrally located Christchurc... |
Horse Riding and Trekking
Horse Riding
Hanmer Springs |  For an unforgettable experience on horseback, visit Hanmer Horses, just 15 minutes from Hanmer Adventure Centre in Rogerson Valley. With a variety of terrain to choose from, a trek from Hanmer Horses will give you a leisurely view of the beautiful countryside in the Hanmer Springs district. Tucked u... |
Mountain Bike Hire - choose your own route
Biking
Hanmer Springs | Take a ride on one of the many mountain bike tracks in the region. Choose a beginners', intermediate or experienced level track and enjoy the thrills of mountain biking in the beautiful Hanmer area. Bikes can be hired for one to four hours and hire costs include cycle helmets and trail maps. Thes... |
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Ultimate New Zealand
26 days |  This tour is well named the 'Ultimate Tour of New Zealand' and it will suit those people who want to see all the major sights in comfort and style. With two night and three night stays guests will not feel so rushed and there are also plenty of free choices as well as included highlights. From Auc... |
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