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New Zealand Southern Pioneer

Trip Type: Explorer

10 Days
1 - 16 People

Starts From:

NZD $5,615.00 /Person

New Zealand’s South Island has a reputation as one of the most naturally beautiful places on earth, yet it still manages to defy expectations …

New Zealand Southern Pioneer

New Zealand’s South Island has a reputation as one of the most naturally beautiful places on earth, yet it still manages to defy expectations. On this 10-day round trip from Christchurch, you’ll be met with astonishing sight after astonishing sight as a local leader shows you what they love about their country. Get your heart racing in Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world, discover the laidback delights of postcard-perfect Wanaka, stand in awe of the Franz Josef Glacier, and cross the Southern Alps on one of the world’s most spectacular train journeys. Between glacial lakes and snow-capped peaks, you’ll soon see what all the fuss is about.

Itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch

Day 2: Christchurch / Lake Tekapo / Ohau

Day 3: Mackenzie Country / Queenstown

Day 4: Queenstown

Day 5: Queenstown / Arrowtown / Wanaka

Day 6: Mou Waho Island / Wanaka

Day 7: Franz Josef

Day 8: Franz Josef

Day 9: West Coast / Greymouth / Christchurch

Day 10: Christchurch

Trip Inclusions

Meals

9 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included

Transport

Private Vehicle, Train

Accomodation

Hotel/Motel (9 nights)

Included Activities

Lake Tekapo - Mt John Lookout
Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise & Guided Nature Walk
Franz Josef - Greenstone Pendant Carving
Greymouth - Tranz Alpine Train Journey

Trip Highlights

Start and finish your adventure in the city of Christchurch, where your local leader will show you the innovative and creative ways the city is rebuilding after a devastating earthquake in 2011.
Live it up in the adventure capital of the world – Queenstown. Whether you fancy bungy jumping, jet boating, horseback riding or wine tasting, there’s something here to entice everyone.
Get to know Wanaka, one of New Zealand’s prettiest towns (and that’s saying something!) and visit Mou Waho Island – an island in a lake on an island in another lake on an island in the ocean!.
Visit a local gallery in Franz Josef and carve a pendant out of pounamu while learning about the precious stone’s significance to Maori culture.
Take one of the world’s most scenic train journeys – cross the spectacular Southern Alps on the famous TranzAlpine from the West Coast to Christchurch.

Dates & Availability

Provided by

Intrepid

Reference Code: PHKS

Trip Location

Trip Starts: Christchurch, New Zealand

Trip Ends: Christchurch, New Zealand

Countries Visited: New Zealand

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Destination Details

New Zealand
10 Days
1 - 16 People

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