Time for a mini-adventure…
• Explore the historic tunnels of Wrights Hill fortress.
• Take the vertiginous drive hugging the mountains of the Remutaka Range.
• Do a day trip to Martinborough’s gorgeous wineries.
• Visit the inspiring urban eco-sanctuary Zealandia, where native wildlife is thriving.
• Head out to the highly acclaimed Lord of the Rings film-themed Weta Cave and mini-museum – it’s free, and you can even buy replica movie props.