Beyond Your Travel

6-Day South Island Southern Heritage Tour from Christchurch

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Duration

6 days

Group Size

1 to 9 people

Ages

14 - 99 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

Experience a six day independent coach tour of the scenic South Island of New Zealand. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Mount Cook and Queenstown and across to the city of Dunedin, before returning to Christchurch. The excursion includes a nature cruise in both Milford Sounds and on the Dunedin harbour as well as guided tour of Larnach Castle on the Otago Peninsula. this tour option includes 5 nights four star hotel accommodation ( 3 in Queenstown and 2 in Dunedin) as well as a full free day in Queenstown to explore on your own.

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
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
The travel from Queenstown to Dunedin and from Dunedin to Christchurch is by Intercity Coach . this is a full size coach service, however, with limited or no commentary

Pickup

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

What's included

Guided Tour of Larnach Castle

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Wildlife Cruise on Dunedin Harbour

5-nights accommodation

Air-conditioned vehicle

Milford Sound Cruise

Live commentary on board

Dunedin Peninsula Sightseeing tour

Other

Gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch - Mount Cook - Queenstown

This morning you will depart Christchurch by road and travel south through the Canterbury Plains to Geraldine and then through the rolling hill country of South Canterbury and through Burkes Pass to Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepard.

This evening will be the first of three nights staying in Queenstown at a 4 star hotel

Day 2: Queenstown - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Te Anau - Queenstown

This morning you will depart Queenstown by road initially travelling along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau

This your second night in Queenstown at a 4 star hotel

Day 3: Queenstown - Free Day

On this your free day in Queenstown enjoy on or more of the wonderful attractions the township has to offer, such as The Skyline Gondola, The Shotover Jet, TSS Earnslaw and Walter Peak, A J Hackets Bunny Jumping, or A Gibstone Valley Wine Tour, just to name a few.

This your final night in Queenstown in a four star Queenstown hotel

Day 4: Queenstown - Dunedin

This morning you will depart Queenstown by road and travel via the the central Otago townships of Cromwell, Alexandra, Lawrence and Clyde all renown for their fruit growing, specifically stone fruit during the summer months with Orchards dominating the landscape.

This the first of your two night stay in Dunedin City in a four star hotel

Day 5: Dunedin and Otago Peninsula

Today you will get to experience the history, natural scenic beauty and the native wildlife unique to this area. from your hotel you will travel by road to Larnach Castle with its shocking history, beautiful gardens and magnificent scenery. A guided tour of the castle has been arranged for your enjoyment.

This your second and last night in Dunedin in a four star hotel

Day 6: Dunedin - Oamaru - Timaru - Christchurch

This the final day of your 7 day tour travels from Dunedin to Christchurch by road. You will be collected from your Dunedin accommodation and transferred to the intercity Coach for your travel to Christchurch with your first stop in Oamaru.

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