Activities


Solo Travellers Club

Discover Travels’ Exclusive Solo Travellers Club Discover the world with like-minded solo travellers and become a member of our Discover Travel Solo Travellers Club. In over 23 years as Christchurch’s leading boutique travel agency, we’ve enjoyed promoting styles of travel that are cost-effective for our solo travellers. Many of our… Learn more

Expedition Cruising

Expedition (small ship cruising to ‘adventure’ destinations) is growing rapidly – in these places, it’s all about the destinations that are ‘hard to get to except by ship’! Expedition ships essentially used to be a floating expedition base for shore excursions by zodiac, but a great ship will certainly enhance… Learn more

Ocean Cruising

Cruising is the fastest growing sector of the travel industry, and while Canterbury has perhaps been a little slow to embrace the cruising revolution over the last few decades, we’re catching up very fast now! Discover Travel is a leading cruise specialist in Canterbury with 3 Certified Cruise Specialists, and… Learn more

Food & Wine

Travellers interested in Food and Wine have endless opportunity to indulge themselves. No matter whether you are interested in sampling or creating there are heaps of countries where you can indulge your passion. Cooking fans can attend cooking classes in countries as different as Vietnam and Italy. Some small group… Learn more

Walking Holidays

Walking holidays in Europe are all about getting off the beaten track and enjoying the scenery, culture and food.  From quiet leisurely rambles through to alpine trekking we literally have hundreds of itineraries to choose from. These are just some of the walks we have personally done: The Amalfi CoastLearn more

Villas & Apartment Stays

Self catering options whether apartment, villa or farmhouse are perfect for the Kiwi traveller looking to live like a local or get off-the-beaten-track and enjoy a slow holiday. 5 Top Reasons for Self Catering: Value for money – especially for families or groups More space – not just a small… Learn more

River Cruising

River Cruising is without doubt the fastest growing trend for European travelers that appeals to all clients whether an independent tourer, a first timer to Europe or a coach tour veteran. Is it the idea of unpacking just once? You bet! Is it because you visit somewhere new every day?  … Learn more

Cruising and Boating

Cruising is the fastest growing sector of the travel industry, and while Canterbury has perhaps been a little slow to embrace the cruising revolution over the last few decades, we’re catching up very fast now! Discover Travel is a leading cruise specialist in Canterbury with 3 accredited Cruise Specialists and… Learn more

Canal Boating

Wherever you choose – England, France, Germany, Holland, Italy or Ireland, be prepared to discover life at 7 kilometres an hour! You will quickly become an expert at navigating the waterways and locks on your journey. There is plenty of time to cycle or walk to local villages to pick… Learn more

Train Journeys

For sheer romance, there is nothing better than travelling by train, unhurried views of ever-changing landscapes and life at an enjoyable pace. The selection of magnificent rail journeys throughout the world is huge, the biggest problem will be choosing which ones tempts you the most. Train trips vary from those… Learn more

Cycling Holidays

Life at handlebar height – perfect!  Whether you are looking for a way to get from village to village or want to ride the classic Cols of the Tour de France – there is a cycling holiday to suit.  Options range from remote off-road trails to tarmac, huge descents to… Learn more

Small Ship Cruising

Cruising is certainly the fastest growing part of the travel industry and the variety of ‘small ship cruising’ product grows every day. At Discover Travel we define small ship as anything smaller than 500 passengers. There are a few luxury cruiselines that fall into this category including Windstar Cruises, Star… Learn more