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Caption: Two weeks in NZ's South Island Christchurch to Mt Cook
Caption: It's always tough to figure out how best to spend your time when you're on holiday in a new country. I've put together the perfect itinerary for two weeks in New Zealand's South Island. Here's my suggestion for days 1-2: Christchurch to Mt Cook. Stay tuned for further stories for the full itinerary!
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Caption: Cherry blossoms aren't just in Japan! Spend a morning in Christchurch's Botanic Gardens for gorgeous trees in every season.
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Caption: Around lunchtime start your drive to Mt Cook. You may be tempted to pullover at the first snow capped mountains you find but your future holds plenty.
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Caption: Lake Tekapo Stop next at Lake Tekapo for the famous Church of the Good Shepherd with a side of views.
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Caption: The views behind the church are incredible!
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Caption: Selfies at Lake Tekapo
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Caption: Lake Pukaki Next you'll spy glacial blue Lake Pukaki which weaves along beside you as you travel to Mt Cook.
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Caption: Pull over wherever you can to snap views like this!
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Caption: Or have someone else drive for selfies with mountains.
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Caption: The road to My Cook is so pretty it'll hurt your eyes.
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Caption: New Zealand doesn't have snakes but that sure looks like one slithering over the mountain!
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Caption: Mt Cook is a small village so everything is pricey. We stayed at the Alpine Lodge where self-catering is a good option.
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Caption: The view from our room before fog swallowed the mountains.
Caption: Check out www.hayleyrobertsphoto.com/newzealand for more detailed tips and stay tuned for my next story!
