Tour Description
Low cost escorted tour of the spectacular South Island. Explore Christchurch, Dunedin & Queenstown. Experience the magnificent Fox Glacier, and the awe inspiring Milford Sound.
Tour Inclusions:
Experienced Tour Director and Driver Guide
Twin share rooms with private facilities in comfortable accommodation
Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows
Admissions Outlined in the Itinerary
Full Buffet Breakfasts (8) (B)
Exciting Highlight Dinner (1) (HD)
Hotel Dinners (5) (D)
Welcome Drink
Travel Wallet, Luggage Tags & Map of New Zealand
Hotel Porterage Included
Airport Transfers (Day 1 from Christchurch Airport – flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm; Day 9 to Christchurch Airport – flights anytime)
Included Tour Highlights:
Explore the beautiful Garden City of Christchurch
Journey on the TranzAlpine Train
Stay at spectacular Franz Josef Glacier
Full day at leisure in Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital
Cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw
Cruise on Milford Sound & see Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls
See mighty Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain
Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo
Please Note
Inclusions & itinerary shown are for the season (Oct 2014 – Apr 2015). Please note there may be small changes to the itinerary listed for departures prior to October 2014.
Day |
Arrive Christchurch |
1 |
On arrival in Christchurch you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore Christchurch. This evening meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a welcome drink. Stay: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch (D) |
Day |
Christchurch – TranzAlpine – Franz Josef |
2 |
First up this morning you’ll board the TranzAlpine, one of the top 6 train journeys in the world, to journey through the Southern Alps to Arthur’s Pass. Later, visit Hokitika, home of the native greenstone (jade), for a factory visit before continuing south along the rugged coastal road to Franz Josef Glacier.Stay: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Graham Wing), Franz Josef (B/D) |
Day |
Franz Josef – Queenstown |
3 |
Climb over the Haast Pass to view Thunder Creek Falls and travel through dramatic mountain and forest scenery. Pass Lakes Wanaka, Hawea and Dunstan. Journey through the Kawarau Gorge. Stop at Cromwell with its sensational stone fruit. Enjoy a visit to Arrowtown before continuing to Queenstown.. Stay: Mercure Queenstown Resort, Queenstown (2 nights) (B) |
Day |
Queenstown |
4 |
Today is at leisure for you to enjoy the many scenic delights of Queenstown. Perhaps take an optional jet boat ride or try white water rafting. For the less adventurous there are garden and wine tours. This evening cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard New Zealand’s oldest steamship, the TSS Earnslaw, to Walter Peak Station for a carvery Highlight Dinner at the Colonel’s Homestead. An entertaining after-dinner farm show provides a glimpse into high-country farm life. (B/HD) |
Day |
Queenstown – Milford Sound – Te Anau |
5 |
You’ll be awe-struck by great sights from Fiordland National Park to Milford Sound, where you’ll cruise on the waters of this natural wonder. En route you’ll drive through the hand-made Homer Tunnel to the abundant photo opportunities afforded by the Mirror Lake, Pop’s Lookout, Cleddau Valley, the Chasm, Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls. This afternoon continue to Te Anau. Stay: Distinction Luxmore Hotel, Te Anau (B/D) |
Day |
Te Anau – Dunedin |
6 |
We’ll cross sheep-filled farming land to Dunedin founded by Scottish settlers, for a city tour. The afternoon is yours to explore Dunedin as you wish – take a wildlife cruise, visit the Cadbury Chocolate Factory or ride the historic Taieri Gorge Railway. Stay: Scenic Hotel Dunedin City, Dunedin (B/D) |
Day |
Dunedin – Omarama |
7 |
This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour around Dunedin with the opportunity to visit Larnach Castle, New Zealand’s only authentic castle. Travel through Oamaru, then follow the Waitaki River, passing hydro electric dams at Waitaki and Aviemore, to Omarama. Stay: Heritage Gateway Hotel, Omarama (B/D) |
Day |
Omarama – Christchurch |
8 |
Travel past Mt Cook National Park, home to New Zealand’s highest mountain. You may wish to take an optional scenic flight (weather permitting). This afternoon stop at Lake Tekapo and view the Church of the Good Shepherd, then continue over the colourful Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. Stay: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch (B) |
Day |
Depart Christchurch |
9 |
Your tour concludes this morning after breakfast. You’ll be transferred to Christchurch Airport for your onward flight. (B) |
START DATE |
END DATE |
BROCHURE |
BROCHURE |
OUR |
OUR |
(Twin Share) |
(Single) |
SAVINGS |
PRICE |
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21-Jul-14 |
29-Jul-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
18-Aug-14 |
26-Aug-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
1-Sep-14 |
9-Sep-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
8-Sep-14 |
16-Sep-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
15-Sep-14 |
23-Sep-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
6-Oct-14 |
14-Oct-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
13-Oct-14 |
21-Oct-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
20-Oct-14 |
28-Oct-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
27-Oct-14 |
4-Nov-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
3-Nov-14 |
11-Nov-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
10-Nov-14 |
18-Nov-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
17-Nov-14 |
25-Nov-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
1-Dec-14 |
9-Dec-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
8-Dec-14 |
16-Dec-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
15-Dec-14 |
23-Dec-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
22-Dec-14 |
30-Dec-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
29-Dec-14 |
6-Jan-15 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
Note: The majority of departures above will proceed or are guaranteed to depart. We will outline the status of your departure date in your quote along with all applicable discounts and specials. |
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START DATE |
END DATE |
BROCHURE |
BROCHURE |
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(Twin Share) |
(Single) |
SAVINGS |
PRICE |
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21-Jul-14 |
29-Jul-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
18-Aug-14 |
26-Aug-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
1-Sep-14 |
9-Sep-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
8-Sep-14 |
16-Sep-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
15-Sep-14 |
23-Sep-14 |
AU $1,895 |
AU $2,485 |
AU $140 |
AU $1,755 |
6-Oct-14 |
14-Oct-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
13-Oct-14 |
21-Oct-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
20-Oct-14 |
28-Oct-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
27-Oct-14 |
4-Nov-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
3-Nov-14 |
11-Nov-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
10-Nov-14 |
18-Nov-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
17-Nov-14 |
25-Nov-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
1-Dec-14 |
9-Dec-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
8-Dec-14 |
16-Dec-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
15-Dec-14 |
23-Dec-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
22-Dec-14 |
30-Dec-14 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
29-Dec-14 |
6-Jan-15 |
AU $2,450 |
AU $3,210 |
AU $185 |
AU $2,265 |
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Note: The majority of departures above will proceed or are guaranteed to depart. We will outline the status of your departure date in your quote along with all applicable discounts and specials. |