4-Day Great Southern Island Circle Tour from Christchurch

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Duration
4 days
Group Size
1 to 9 people
Ages
14 - 99 yrs
Languages
English

Tour Overview

Picturesque mountains, deep fiords and icy glaciers - this is New Zealand's South Island. See for yourself on a four-day independent tour highlighting this scenic region. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown via Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki and Mount Cook. From Queenstown enjoy a day tour to Milford Sound with a two hour nature cruise on the fiord. From Queenstown it is then a days travel up the West Coast to Franz Josef and Franz Josef Glacier. On the final day of the tour the journey takes you to Greymouth where you will board the TranzAlpine Train for your return to Christchurch.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Please note that this tour is an independent tour and you may be traveling with a different driver/guide and group each day
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • Tour may operate in Reverse

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
TranzAline Train from Greymouth to Christchurch
Air-conditioned vehicle
3-nights accommodation
Milford Sound Cruise
Live commentary on board
Other
Gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch / Mt Cook / Queenstown
This morning you will depart Christchurch by road, initially travelling via the Canterbury Plains and through the foothills of the Southern Alps to Lake Tekapo

Millennium Hotel Queenstown or similar

Day 2: Queenstown / Te Anau / Milford / Te Anau / Queesntown
This morning you will depart Queenstown for Milford Sound, initially travelling by road along the shore line of Lake Wakatipu to Kingston and then onto Te Anau

Millennium Hotel Queenstown or similar

Day 3: Queenstown / Wanaka / Haast Pass / Franz Josef
This morning depart Queenstown by road for your journey today through to Franz Josef

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef or similar

Day 4: Franz Josef / Greymouth / Transalpine Train / Christchurch
Departing Franz Josef this morning by road you will travel north to the township of Greymouth.

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%
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Tickets
Adult (14 - 99 years)
Minimum: 1, Maximum: 9
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