French Rendez-vous at Larnach Castle

Overview

Multi-Day

Guided

8 People

Easy

French

Discover in Dunedin what you wished to find in France!
Immerse yourself in French culture and language with your experienced native French guides. Enjoy great French food and wine over a long weekend à la française in laid back, beautiful Dunedin. All levels welcome!

 

  • 3 nights in the unique chateau Larnach Castle on the Otago Peninsula
  • Gourmet French food and wine
  • Guided tour of the Peninsula with your native French guide, specialised in wildlife and photography
  • French movie in Larnach Castle’s private theatre
  • Exclusive access to native French guides for all your questions about travelling in France, New
  • Caledonia and French Polynesia when the borders re-open!
  • Choose your dates!

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Itinerary

Day 1: | Arrival in Dunedin

  • Arrival in Dunedin
  • Transfer to Larnach Castle on the Otago Peninsula, your home for the next 3 nights
  • Meet & Greet with your experienced, native French guides
  • Introductions, walk around the gardens and guided tour of the Castle
  • Welcome drinks and dinner at the Castle

Day 2: | Otago Peninsula

  • Breakfast at the Castle
  • Guided tour of the Otago Peninsula with your native French guide, specialised in wildlife and photography
  • 2 hour private cruise around the Harbour
  • Tour of Glenfalloch Gardens and lunch at Careys Bay Historic Hotel in the harbour
  • Dinner followed by a French movie in the Castle’s private theatre

Day 3: | Dunedin

  • Breakfast at the Castle
  • Guided tour of Dunedin, its landmarks and attractions: Otago Farmers Market, Railway Station,
  • Baldwin Street (still the steepest Street in the world!), Otago Museum
  • Lunch in town (not included) & free time
  • French dinner at an award winning restaurant (tasting menu with matching wines)

Day 4: | Dunedin

  • Breakfast at the Castle
  • Tips and tricks about travelling in France like a local
  • Transfer back to Dunedin City (or airport)
FAQ's
  • For clientele who want to immerse themselves in French language and culture
  • A must do for any international travel to France, New Caledonia or French Polynesia!
  • All levels of French accepted
  • Minimum 4 participants, maximum 8
  • Private, à la carte packages available on request
Pricing Information

Price includes:

  • Highly experienced, bilingual driver-guide (English-French)
  • 3 nights at French Farm Winery 4 Star Lodge
  • 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners & 1 lunch
  • Guided tour of French Peak Winery
  • Introduction to Barrys Bay cheeses
  • Visit of the Akaroa museum
  • Visit of the Giants House mosaic garden
  • Evening penguin tour with Pohatu Penguins
  • Cruise in Akaroa Harbour
  • Private 4-hour hands-on French cooking class
  • All transfers to/from Christchurch City centre (or airport)
  • GST

 

Price doesn’t include:

  • Lunch on days 2, 3 & 4
  • Domestic flights
  • Personal expenses

 

From NZD 2,440 per person (double/twin share) based on 6 people

Get In Touch!

+64 (0)3 477 33 00

Capitol Building
67 Princes Street
PO Box 265
Dunedin 9016
New Zealand