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Your Rakaia Vacation

Pick a Rakaia vacation package and focus on what matters — having fun. There's no more travel planning headaches, just a lot more free time to uncover the best of this captivating city, such as its rural countryside and spectacular views. Salmon World is one of the top attractions to include on your sightseeing agenda during a trip to Rakaia. Expedia has what you need to escape your daily routine. Tailor your vacation to Rakaia to suit your style of travel, whatever that may look like.

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Salmon World

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Salmon World during your trip to Rakaia. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Salmon World

Rakaia Hotel Deals

Central Rakaia Home

Central Rakaia Home

Rakaia Canterbury
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Central Rakaia Home
Methven Resort

Methven Resort

3.5 out of 5
51 Main St Methven Canterbury
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$71 nightly
The price is $82 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$82 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (157 reviews)
Room good. Staff average

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Methven Resort
Hotel Ashburton

Hotel Ashburton

3 out of 5
11 Racecourse Road Ashburton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$78 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
$90 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Total with taxes and fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (494 reviews)
Staff were pleasant and efficient

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Hotel Ashburton
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Rakaia Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
New Zealand dollars
Population
1,050
Max Temp Winter
50ºF
Max Temp Summer
70ºF

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Rakaia vacation package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your Rakaia escape. However, factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will influence how much your vacation to Rakaia costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Rakaia?
February, November and December are great times to look for cheap Rakaia vacation packages. Traveling in less busy periods means you can typically find reduced prices on accommodations and flights.
How many days is enough for Rakaia?
Usually, a handful of days is enough to tick off the major attractions during your Rakaia vacation. However, if you prefer to have some time to rest or go on day trips, consider extending your itinerary.
How to find the best Rakaia package deals?
Finding a cheap Rakaia package deal is a breeze with Expedia. Once you've entered your destination and travel dates under our "Packages" tab, set your budget range, apply some filters and browse what's available. You can customize your search by "Amenities," "Property type," "Traveler experience" and more. Sort the results by "Price: low to high" to discover the most affordable Rakaia package deals. Want a simple trick to score the biggest savings? Be flexible with your departure dates and consider going away on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Rakaia vacation as a package?
Expedia vacation packages are designed to give you more bang for your buck. Bundle your hotel, car rental and flight into one great-value price and you could save hundreds of dollars. You'll generally land a better deal than booking each component separately. And you'll still have the freedom to create a tailored Rakaia vacation by choosing your favorite accommodation type, airline and car class.
When to book a vacation package to Rakaia?
If you're considering a spur-of-the-moment Rakaia getaway, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to one week before you take off. Don't want to leave things to the last minute? You can find amazing deals on your hotels and flights by booking ahead.
How to plan a trip to Rakaia?

  1. Pick your travel dates: What you plan to do in Rakaia and your favorite season can help you decide when to go.
  2. Set your budget: Factor in expenses like flights, food and transportation when calculating how much to save for your trip to Rakaia. Then, select a property that fits your budget, whether that's an affordable stay or a high-end getaway.
  3. Explore Rakaia using our trip planning tool: Gain insights into the leading attractions and best hotels for your trip to Rakaia. You can also save your must-visit places, collaborate with friends and family and manage all your plans in one place.
  4. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you know more about Rakaia, you can figure out the ideal length of your break. Pull together a rough itinerary and allocate enough time to cover everything you want to do.
  5. Bundle your flights and hotel: Epic destination, check. Length of stay, check. Now all that's left is to pick a Rakaia vacation package that brings all your bookings together.
  6. Book any activities or day trips: Here's the fun part — locking in everything you want to see and do. Browse some of the best things to do in Rakaia and reserve your tickets in advance to save time (and maybe some spending money too!).

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Rakaia vacation packages?
Jet off on your dream escape to Rakaia with Expedia's Book Now, Pay Later vacations. There's no need to save like crazy or wait until payday — we've joined forces with online lender Affirm to give you financial flexibility. Our vacation packages with payment plans mean you can spread the total cost across 3, 6 or 12 months. With no late payment fees or extra charges, you can easily budget for your trip and snap up cheap deals while they last.

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