Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Tours
Arrowtown Legends Tour
MAP
BUS TOUR
( 0800 405 066;
www.connectabus.com
;
Ramshaw Lane; tours $20; tours 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm)
Arrowtown is tiny but this double-decker bus (an ex-London Routemaster) manages a
30-minute loop, complete with an interesting commentary.
Southern Explorer
( 03-441 1144;
www.southernexplorer.co.nz
; 59 Buckingham St; day tours $65-160)
Runs 4WD day tours ex-
ploring the improbably scenic landscapes and old mining history around Arrowtown, Skip-
pers Canyon and Glenorchy. Options include overnight camping in Skippers Canyon or
Macetown.
DRIVING TOUR
Sleeping
HOSTEL
$
Poplar Lodge
MAP
GOOGLE MAP
( 03-442 1466;
www.poplarlodge.co.nz
;
4 Merioneth St; dm/s/apt $30/62/120, d with/without bathroom $99/70; )
Budget accommodation options are limited in A-town, but this converted house is an excel-
lent choice. The hostel has a quiet, homely feel, with rooms that are pleasantly sleep condu-
cive. There's also a self-contained unit in the neighbouring cottage.
Arrowtown Born Of Gold
MAP
HOLIDAY PARK
$
GOOGLE MAP
( 03-442 1876;
www.arrowtownholidaypark.co.nz
;
12 Centennial Ave; campsites $36, units $120-160; )
Close to the centre, this unexceptional holiday park offers a lane of en suite cabins trimmed
with roses and a newish amenities block with coin-operated showers.
Arrowtown Lodge
MAP
B&B
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GOOGLE MAP
