Welcome to Kent

Kent isn’t described as the garden of England for nothing. Within its sea-lined borders you’ll find a fragrant landscape of gentle hills, fertile farmland, cultivated country estates and fruit-laden orchards. It could also be described as the beer garden of England as it produces the world-renowned Kent hops and some of the country’s finest ales and wines from its numerous vineyards. At its heart is spellbinding... Read More

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England reinvented: ten great reasons to go to the Kent coast

Something is happening to the Kent coast. Despite its sandy beaches, sea-sculpted cliffs, epic sunsets and splendid Victorian architecture, England's southeast corner has sometimes felt rundown and overlooked. Now, there’s a growing artistic community here and an explosion of things to do. Highlights include superb oyster bars, shell-coated caves, a show-stealing art gallery and a historic theme park that's been restored to vintage splendour.

Live performances mix with classic rides at Dreamland, on the Kent coast. Image by Max Calaf
Abigail Blasi
Lonely Planet Writer

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$964.21 Small group tours

5-Day South Island Coastal Tour from Christchurch Including Blenheim and Abel Tasman National Park

Explore the highlights of New Zealand’s South Island on a 5-day tour that includes spectacular train journeys, a whale-watching cruise in Kaikoura and a visit to Abel Tasman National Park. Begin in Christchurch, heading north to take in Canterbury, Blenheim, Nelson, Greymouth and other gorgeous locales. A combination of planned activities and free time allows you to customize your tour, which includes four nights of accommodation, transportation and some guided excursions.
$1266.89 Small group tours

6-Day South Island Tour from Christchurch Including Milford Sound, Queenstown and Fox Glacier or Franz Josef Glacier

Treat yourself to a semi-independent 6-day trip to the stunning fiords, gorgeous glaciers and top-rated scenic rail routes of New Zealand's South Island, on this round-trip from Christchurch. Travel by narrated coach and aboard the Taieri Gorge Railway and TranzAlpine passenger trains; enjoy a Milford Sound cruise with onboard lunch; soar above Lake Wakatipu on the Queenstown Skyline Gondola; and take a complimentary shuttle to the Fox Glacier or Franz Josef Glacier lookout point. Overnight stays allow for plenty of free time to explore independently.
$1208.45 Small group tours

5-Day South Island Tour from Christchurch Including Queenstown and Milford Sound

Discover the highlights of the South Island, from stunning glaciers to national parks, aboard a sightseeing coach with commentary. This 5-day trip begins and ends in Christchurch, including a TranzAlpine train ride through the Southern Alps and a Milford Sound cruise with onboard lunch in UNESCO-listed Fiordland. Overnight stays in Fox Glacier and Queenstown allow for plenty of free time to explore independently.
$505.71 Small group tours

3-Day Christchurch and Akaroa Tour

Enjoy this amazing 3 day tour Akaroa tour from Christchurch. Includes a pickup from Christchurch Airport as well as 2-nights’ accommodation in Christchurch to ensure maximum comfort. Enjoy a full-day tour to Akaroa and discover volcanic landscapes and breathtaking scenery, enjoy a Harbour Cruise on Akaroa Harbour and lunch at a local restaurant.
$595.61 Small group tours

3-Day Kaikoura Whale Watching and Christchurch Tour

Enjoy an amazing 3-day tour to Kaikoura from Christchurch. Includes a pickup from Christchurch Airport as well as 2-nights’ accommodation in Christchurch to ensure maximum comfort. Experience a full day tour to Kaikoura to experience whale watching with Whale Watch Kaikoura and lunch at a local café.
$895.29 Small group tours

4-Day Akaroa and Kaikoura Tour from Christchurch

Enjoy an exciting 4 day tour from Christchurch. With an arrival airport transfer and 3-nights accommodation in Christchurch included, you are sure to have a comfortable and worry-free few days. Enjoy a full-day Akaroa tour and discover volcanic landscapes and breathtaking scenery, enjoy a Harbour Cruise on Akaroa Harbour and lunch at a local restaurant. Visit the stunning Kaikoura and participate in a Whale watching experience.
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