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Avis car rental Christchurch
Avis - Great Competitive Rates
AVIS - we try harder - not just words - we mean it and we work hard to prove it. If it's service and quality you're looking for - click through to Avis and let us try harder for you! View Avis - Great Competitive Rates...
Budget car rental Christchurch
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Wide range of current model cars, 4WDs and passenger vans available for any occasion. Our fleet is constantly being updated to ensure you enjoy the best in comfort and safety, all at competitive rates! Over 50 convenient rental locations. View Budget Web-Deal...
Europcar car rental Christchurch
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At Europcar we have a great selection of lifestyle, excutive, and economy vehicles available from 8 key locations in the South Island alone!!! Whether it's a weekend fishing in the sounds or a week in the mountains - we cater for all needs!!! View Europcar Web-Deal...
Hertz car rental Christchurch
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The name is known and recognized world wide. Hertz means affordable rates, a modern fleet and unsurpassed service across New Zealand and around the world. View Hertz Web-Deal...
Thrifty car rental Christchurch
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We're Thrifty and we're good at what we do. For quality service and great prices, click Thrifty and save 5% off our standard rates simply by booking through this web site! View Thrifty Web-Deal - Book & Save 5%!...Compare Cheap Car Hire Christchurch
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Christchurch which is also known as the Garden city, is situated on the South Island of New Zealand in the region of Canterbury, and is a doorway to some of the most picturesque scenery in the world. Blending historical buildings with modern attractions, you will find that Christchurch has something for everyone. Depending on the season you are travelling will determine what you can expect when visiting Christchurch.
Hanmer Springs: Heading north from Christchurch you may come across Hanmer Springs. At this location you will find a relaxing day spa and thermal pools and waterslides with an Alpine background. It is an attraction that the entire family will appreciate.
National Parks: Christchurch has a number of National Parks. The parks allow visitors to experience the outdoors like you would never imagine. Mount Cook National Park which is the tallest mountain in New Zealand, offers scenic walks that can take 30 mins or Alpine hikes and camps that can take days to enjoy.
Wine Trails: Christchurch is fast becoming the wine capital of New Zealand and has been nominated to represent New Zealand in the Great Wine Capitals Global Network. Here are four trails that you will want to consider - The South Canterbury Food and Wine Trail, The North Canterbury Food And Wine Trail, The Selwyn Food and Wine Trail and The Mid Canterbury Food and Wine Trail. These four trails offer a mix of wine tasting experiences with good food and wonderful country scenery to enjoy.
Historic Sites: There are many heritage listed sites and buildings that are worth a visit such as Cathedral Square, Victoria Square and Christchurch Pier.
Christchurch Casino: Feeling lucky? Then a visit to the Casino might make you a winner. Situated in the heart of Christchurch, you will enjoy a great night out.
Car Crazy Kiwis
New Zealanders have the highest car ownership rate in the world. New Zealand has a population of around 4 million people including children while there area total of 2.5million cars. Around two thirds of the cars are aged between 7years and 16 years. Most of the domestic travel done by Kiwis is also done in private vehicles with only about 3% done by public transport.
New Zealand Road Tips
- You must keep on the left hand side of the road
- If visiting for a short time and planning on driving you must have either an international drivers license or a certified English translation of current license
- Urban Speed Limit is 50km per hour
- Seatbelts are a legal requirement for all passengers and may incur a fine if caught without one.
Baby & Child Seats
All children under the age of 5 must be properly restrained in an approved child safety seat. Rear Facing, Forward facing and booster seats are available to hire with your rental. To arrange this please contact VroomVroomVroom customer service and we will happily arrange this service for you. Please note that car seats are limited so it is best to book early especially in School holiday periods.
My Favorite Place Winner March 2010: The sheer anticipation of picking up the car in Christchurch - heading down to our chilly Southern destination.The first snowflakes as we hit Tekapo, icy roads on the Lindis Pass. So far from home in Noosa. The kids are squealing with excitement, Queenstown, ski time, winter fun... HERE WE COME!
Accommodation Tips:
See a selection of hotels in Christchurch when booking your Christchurch accommodation on Wotif.co.nz.
Christchurch is the jumping off point for the South Island, as most travellers arrive here to check out the nearby snow fields. But before you skip over it in order to get an extra day skiing, stop and realise Christchurch has loads of stuff to do and as a great place to relax before or after you head in another direction.
Christchurch Highlights
A Christchurch car rental is an ideal way to explore the province of Canterbury and New Zealand’s third largest city with a population of some 350,000.
Rental depots in Christchurch
Arrivals Terminal
Christchurch, SI. 8053
Arrivals Terminal- International
Christchurch, SI. 1225
Arrivals Terminal- International
Christchurch, SI. 1225
Arrivals Terminal
Christchurch, SI. 8053
Arrivals Terminal
Christchurch, SI. 8053
Arrivals Terminal
Christchurch, SI. 8545
Arrivals Terminal
Christchurch, SI. 8545
Christchurch Apt
Christchurch S.I., SI. 8053
Christchurch Apt
Christchurch S.I., SI. 8053
26 Lichfield Street
Christchurch, SI. 8011
15 Lichfield Street
Christchurch, SI. 8001
25-27 Lichfield Stret
Christchurch S.I., SI. 0
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