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New Zealand South Island Express

Trip Type: Explorer

9 Days
| 1 - 16 People

Starts From:

NZD $2,032.00 /Person
This is the New Zealand you’ve always heard about – endless lakes, snow-capped mountains and pristine glaciers. Spend nine days discovering the best of …
New Zealand South Island Express

This is the New Zealand you’ve always heard about – endless lakes, snow-capped mountains and pristine glaciers. Spend nine days discovering the best of the South Island with a passionate local leader at the helm. Encounter creativity and resilience in Christchurch, gaze up at the stars in Lake Tekapo, get your adrenaline pumping in Queenstown, take your time in postcard-pretty Wanaka and see the mighty Franz Josef glacier. With thrilling activities available around every corner, this adventure is sure to get your heart racing (and that’s just from the views!).

Itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch

Day 2: Christchurch / Lake Tekapo

Day 3: Queenstown

Day 4: Queenstown

Day 5: Queenstown / Arrowtown / Wanaka

Day 6: Wanaka / Franz Josef

Day 7: Franz Josef

Day 8: West Coast / Christchurch

Day 9: Christchurch

Trip Inclusions

Meals

0 breakfasts and 0 dinners are included

Transport

Private Vehicle

Accomodation

Basic hotel (2 nights), Cabins (with shared facilities) (2 nights), Basic rooms (2 night), Motel (2 nights)

Included Activities

  • Lake Tekapo - Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd
  • Christchurch - City Tour
  • Queenstown - Kawarau Gorge
  • Arrowtown - Village visit
  • West Coast - Haast Pass
  • West Coast - Lake Hawea Lookout
Trip Highlights
  • Stand in awe of the epic Franz Josef Glacier – choose how you want to experience this incredible landscape, including the option to kayak over a glacial lake.
  • Dive straight into the adrenaline pumping activities of Queenstown (calling all adventure seekers!) or sit back with a glass of world-class local wine.
  • See the stars of Lake Tekapo – this gorgeous bright blue lake is a designated Dark Sky Reserve. Maybe watch the sky change colour at the Church of the Good Shepherd for one of the most gorgeous backdrops in the country!
  • Soak in the beauty of Wanaka – this pretty little spot has so much to offer and you’ll explore the lake, surrounding mountains and the iconic Wanaka Tree.
  • Wander around Arrowtown – a living historic gold mining town that’s perfect for exploring on foot. See cute cafes, boutique stores and scenic landscapes (including snowy peaks during winter and a landscape of colour in autumn).
Dates & Availability

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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: PHRS
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Christchurch, New Zealand
Trip Ends: Christchurch, New Zealand
Countries Visited: New Zealand

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Destination Details

New Zealand
| 9 Days
| 1 - 16 People