Li Xian Becomes New Zealand Tourism Ambassador, Get the Same Experience

On October 20th 🇳🇿, the New Zealand Tourism Board officially announced actor Li Xian as the new ambassador for New Zealand tourism. Li Xian’s temperament perfectly matches New Zealand—pure and full of adventure. Save this same experience and recreate Li Xian’s New Zealand trip.

Christchurch

🖼 Christchurch Arts Centre
This was once the site of the University of Canterbury and is now a hub dedicated to art, creativity, and culture in New Zealand. Stroll leisurely under the old arcades, visit a few interesting studios, pick out a uniquely crafted souvenir, and feel the peaceful moment where history and creativity perfectly blend.

🥨 Riverside Market Christchurch
This is the liveliest indoor food market in Christchurch, a modern and aromatic food paradise. Come hungry, and like your “current boyfriend,” embrace an open mind to eat from street to alley in a borderless culinary exploration.

Lake Tekapo

🔭 Mount John Observatory
Climb Mount John by Lake Tekapo and you’ll be doubly amazed: a magnificent panoramic view by day and a deep window to the universe by night. The Astro Café ☕️ at the summit is surrounded by huge glass windows, offering a 360-degree unobstructed view of Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, and the surrounding mountains.

🌌 Stargazing at Lake Tekapo
When night falls, you may witness the most dazzling night sky of your life: the center of the Milky Way clearly visible, like a brilliant band stretching across the sky, with billions of stars seemingly within reach. The awe inspired by this naked-eye-visible Milky Way is unimaginable for city dwellers.

Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park

🚁 Tasman Glacier Helicopter & Glacier Hike
In the heart of the Southern Alps lies an adrenaline-pumping ultimate adventure—the Tasman Glacier helicopter tour and hike. The helicopter flies over the massive Tasman Glacier, New Zealand’s longest glacier, which looks like a huge, winding frozen river from above. After landing, the real exploration begins. With the help of professional guides, you’ll put on crampons and embark on a once-in-a-lifetime glacier hike.

📝 Recommended South Island Itinerary:
Day 1: Christchurch city walk: Avon River punting, Christchurch Arts Centre, Riverside Market
Day 2: Kaikoura: Whale watching boat tour
Day 3: Lake Tekapo: Mount John Observatory & Astro Café, Church of the Good Shepherd, Dark Sky Reserve stargazing
Day 4: Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park + Wanaka: Tasman Glacier helicopter & glacier hike, Wanaka “Lone Tree”
Day 5: Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu cruise, Walter Peak High Country Farm, Skyline Gondola
Day 6: Milford Sound: Milford Sound boat cruise
Day 7: Te Anau: Lake Te Anau, explore Te Anau Glowworm Caves

New Zealand, depart “now” with Li Xian!