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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.

The Latest Rakaia vacation packages

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Newlands B&B

Newlands B&B

3 out of 5
Price was $504, price is now $366 per person
$366
per person
Jan 3 - Jan 10
found 1 hour ago
Roundtrip flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Great location. Friendly, helpful owners. Clean and tidy amenities

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025

298 Westside Motor Lodge

298 Westside Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
Upper Riccarton
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $637, price is now $444 per person
$444
per person
Jan 3 - Jan 10
found 1 hour ago
Roundtrip flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)
18/10 Exceptional! (382 reviews)
Quite all the sky channels spa bath room was serviced/restocked

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Designer Cottage B&B

Designer Cottage B&B

3 out of 5
Sydenham
Price was $606, price is now $427 per person
$427
per person
Jan 3 - Jan 10
found 1 hour ago
Roundtrip flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (254 reviews)
Friendly and welcoming host. Very accommodating and good at providing interesting things to see and do in the area. Lovely, peaceful garden perfect for relaxing after a full day exploring Christchurch. All in all, a great place to stay while visiting Christchurch.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
Christchurch City Centre
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Price was $893, price is now $643 per person
$643
per person
Jan 3 - Jan 10
found 1 hour ago
Roundtrip flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Fantastic, good staff, decent but small gym, quiet, good location on outskirts but close proximity to main area of CBD.

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

Drifter Christchurch

Drifter Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
Christchurch City Centre
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Price was $757, price is now $546 per person
$546
per person
Jan 3 - Jan 10
found 1 hour ago
Roundtrip flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)
18/10 Exceptional! (118 reviews)
Great room ,spotless throughout. Great to have big bathtowels too. Staff always helpful and comfortable beds with good quality linen

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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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

What to do in Rakaia

From Methven: Hot Air Balloon Flight in Canterbury with Wine

From Methven: Hot Air Balloon Flight in Canterbury with Wine

$219
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Methven: Hot Air Balloon Flight in Canterbury with Wine
Rakaia Glaciers

Rakaia Glaciers

$2,365
per adult
Rakaia Glaciers
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Central Rakaia Home

Central Rakaia Home

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Central Rakaia Home
Hotel Ashburton

Hotel Ashburton

3 out of 5
11 Racecourse Road Ashburton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$77 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Nov 27 to Nov 28
$88 total
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Total with taxes and fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (477 reviews)
Average breakfast, Excellent staff room very clean dated needs upgrade of furniture bed comfortable.

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

Hotel Ashburton
Coronation Park

Coronation Park

4 out of 5
780 East Street Ashburton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$63 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
$72 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (161 reviews)
Clean and comfortable

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

Coronation Park
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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 from $366 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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