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Akaroa French Festival

Biennial Event

Experience the charm of Akaroa as it transforms into a vibrant celebration of French culture, food, music, and history. Enjoy delicious cuisine, lively parades, and unforgettable entertainment under the Big Top. From the historic ‘Landings’ on the beach to the dazzling Le Cabaret, the Akaroa French Festival promises a weekend that’s truly magnifique!

Your travel itinerary

Friday 09 October

Auckland – Christchurch – Akaroa

Mid-morning departure on Air New Zealand. On arrival transfer by coach to your waterfront motel accommodation. This evening the festival commences with the official opening, followed by Le Marché de Nuit– the Night Market. Enjoy fabulous food, wine vendors, live music and dancing.

Saturday 10 October

Festival Day

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This morning, watch ‘Landings’ on the main beach - a re-enactment of the many people who came to call Akaroa home. Listen to their stories, celebrate their arrivals and share their heritage. Following this, the people of Onuku Runanga and a brass band will lead Akaroa’s famous Descendants Parade to the Festival Rotunda for Le Marché Français (Market Day). Here enjoy lots of French cuisine, live music, local food and wine and games. For the more energetic, French-themed competitions will be held, including cock crowing, a waiter’s race and many French games in the Heritage marquee.

Saturday evening - – It’s party time! Enjoy dance, comedy and music at the showstopping Le Cabaret in the Big Top marquee featuring Le Can Can, comedy acts, live music and burlesque.

Sunday 11 October

Akaora - Christchurch - Auckland

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A free morning at the festival centre. Wander through La Brocante – a French inspired Antiques and Collectables Vintage Fair before a mid-afternoon departure from Christchurch airport.

Inclusions

  • Return airfare Auckland/Christchurch (other airports,  please ask)
  • Transfers to/from Akaroa
  • Two night’s accommodation
  • Two breakfasts
  • Entry to Saturday evening Cabaret
  • Pukekohe Travel Escort subject to 12 passengers

Cost

Cost Per Person *
Auckland - Auckland		Twin ShareSingle 
   $1,295  $1,585

*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

  • Cancellation insurance - please ask us for a quote 
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Meals not specified 

Booking Conditions

  • A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person will secure a place on the tour
  • Full payment by 21 August 2026

Cancellations

  • Deposit is non refundable
  • After full payment 21 August 2026– no refund is available 

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend all clients purchase travel insurance to protect against cancellations, lost items, and delays that could lead to unexpected costs.  Please ask us for a quote.

Health and Fitness

Walking tours are an important part of the itinerary and a good standard of health is required with the ability to walk on uneven surfaces and negotiate stairs

Terms and Conditions

For full terms and conditions please visit our website Terms and Conditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy.


Note: Pukekohe Travel reserves the right to correct errors and omissions on our website without recourse.
* Itinerary subject to change

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