Christchurch & South Island Things to Do

A cruise to New Zealand is an excellent way to experience the small country in the South Pacific made up of a North Island and a South Island. Many of New Zealand’s attractions are water-based or can be easily reached from port. When cruising to New Zealand you have several different itinerary layout options. Some itineraries just sail to the North Island or South Island, some go to both and some combine a trip to Australia into the itinerary as well.

After an event-filled wedding, one thing that honeymooners never really want to be a part of is crowds. Luckily for those looking to honeymoon on New Zealand’s South Island, however, finding a quaint corner to skirt the crowds is never really much of an issue.

From Hawke’s Bay in the North Island to Marlborough in the South Island, you can taste your way through three of New Zealand’s most significant wine regions and take in some of the country’s best scenery on the way.