Beyond Your Travel

5-Day South Island Tour from Christchurch

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Duration

5 days

Group Size

1 to 9 people

Ages

0 - 99 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

See all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island on this five-day guided sightseeing tour. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown, experience the majesty of Milford Sound, view the glacier at Franz Josef and travel aboard the famous TranzAlpine Express train. Highlights include Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Haast Past, Franz Joseph and the incredible TranzAlpine Rail Journey

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Independent Touring - this is not a Group Tour - we use local suppliers and you will have a different coach & driver each day
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark

Pickup

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Accommodation as per itinerary

Air-conditioned vehicle

Milford Sound Cruise

Live commentary on board

Tranz Alpine from Greymouth to Christchurch

Other

Gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch - Mount Cook - Queenstown

Your five-day exploration of New Zealand's spectacular South Island begins with the stunning scenery of the foothills of the Southern Alps. Travel through the rich pastoral farm land of the Canterbury Plains and the ever-changing spectacular scenery of the Southern Alps. Continue traveling across Burkes Pass before descending to the stunning glacial fed Lake Tekapo and visiting the Church of the Good Shepherd which stands on the foreshore.

Heartland Hotel Queenstown (or Similar)

Day 2: Milford Sound Day Excursion

Travel along the edge of Lake Wakatipu beneath the rugged Remarkables to Te Anau, the 'Gateway to Fiordland National Park'. On entering the Fiordland National Park you pass through the Eglinton Valley

Overnight Accommodation: Heartland Hotel Queenstown (or similar).

Day 3: Queenstown

A free day at leisure in Queenstown to either simply explore this most beautiful township nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and surrounds by mountains which are snow-capped for much of the year or enjoy one of the many actives that are on offer.

Overnight Accommodation: Heartland Hotel Queenstown (or similar).

Day 4: Queenstown - Franz Joseph

Travel along the shores of Lake Wanaka and Hawea.

Overnight Accommodation: Scenic Circle Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (or similar).

Day 5: Franz Joseph - Greymouth - Arthur's Pass - Christchurch

On the final day of your South Island tour, today you continue to travel along the rugged West Coast to Shantytown, a faithful reconstruction of a Westland Gold Rush town.

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Min 6 days: 100%
From 2 to 6 days: 50%
From 0 to 2 days: 0%

Tickets

Adult (14 - 99 years)

Minimum: 1, Maximum: 9

Children (3 - 13 years)

Minimum: 0, Maximum: 9

Infant (0 - 2 years)