5th Annual Mid-Winter Christmas Tour
Dates: 18 – 20 July 2025
This is our 5th annual Mid Winter Christmas, which means it’s bound to be five times the fun! The Christmas cake is already soaking, the decorations are coming out of hiding… and who knows – the elf on the shelf might even make a surprise appearance.
Price per person from:
$1399 pp double/twin
$1564 pp single
Tour Itinerary
Friday 18 July – Let the Festivities Begin!
Christchurch to Terrace Downs – Methven – Mike Driving
10:30am - Depart from Bucknell Street with Mike at the wheel – comfy coach, good company, and Christmas vibes rolling!
12:30pm - Sit down to a delicious lunch at the scenic Terrace Downs resort
Optional - Soak in the stunning Ōpuke Thermal Pools (2-hour soak, $67pp * bookings essential)
Afternoon - enjoy a relaxed wander around Methven
Evening - Settle into the cosy Southern Cross Lodge for dinner
Overnight at Southern Cross Lodge, Methven
Saturday 19 July – Local Gems & Christmas Joy
Start with breakfast at Southern Cross
Visit Rangiatea Jewellery & a Farm Stop for a morning tea
Travel to Mayfield’s quirky second-hand shop to hunt for the perfect $20 gift for our evening exchange
Lunch at the rustic and charming Staveley Store (own expense)
Staveley Ice Skating Rink, lots of history with the option to skate – let us know if you'd like to skate (we will need to book and hire skates - cost TBA)
Return to Methven for festive eggnog and nibbles
Enjoy our Mid Winter Christmas Dinner at Southern Cross Lodge – full of warmth, laughter, and a cheeky cheerful $20 gift exchange (Let me know if you want me to supply one for you!)
Overnight at Southern Cross Lodge, Methven
Sunday 20 July – Winter Wonders & Farewell
Breakfast at Southern Cross
Scenic drive through Lake Coleridge, soaking up the wintery landscape
Enjoy a relaxed lunch at the Powerhouse Café (included)
Arrive back at Bucknell Street – Transfers home.
🎄Merry the Christmas in July!
Get in quick – our festive tours fill fast, and this one promises to be a goodie!!