- Experiences in 11 destinations
- 13 nights in hand-picked accommodation
- Locally inspired dining - a total of 22 meals
- Services of an expert APT Tour Director and driver, plus local guides
- Freedom of Choice inclusions in four destinations
- Return airport transfers, porterage
- Stay in breathtaking Queenstown for three nights
- Discover the history of Larnach Castle and its beautiful gardens on a guided tour
Jewels of the South
Trip Type: Land Journey , OtherNZD 8,745.00 /Person
Jewels of the South
Discover New Zealand's spectacular South Island. Visit Christchurch, Aoraki/Mount Cook and Queenstown. Cruise Milford Sound/Piopiotahi and immerse yourself in the stunning surrounds of Franz Josef/Waiau. Ride the TranzAlpine train across the Southern Alps and take the scenic Interislander ferry to Wellington, where your tour concludes.
We’ll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your hotel. You’ll have plenty of time to settle in, explore or relax. Tonight, enjoy a Signature Experience followed by a welcome dinner.
Accommodation
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
- Dinners
Today, you'll traverse the Canterbury plains to visit the Church of the Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo/Takapo. Onwards, journey into Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park to view New Zealand's highest mountain, Aoraki/Mount Cook. Here, you will enjoy a Signature Experience as well as your sightseeing activity of choice.
Accommodation
Aoraki/Mount Cook, The Hermitage Hotel, in a room with alpine views
- Breakfast
- Dinners
Set out along the shores of Lake Pukaki to Oamaru. Continue to Koekohe Beach to view the Moeraki Boulders/Kaihinaki. A geological marvel, these gigantic calcite spheres were formed an estimated 65 million years ago. Arrive in Dunedin in the late afternoon and enjoy time at leisure before dinner.
Accommodation
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
- Breakfast
- Dinners
This morning, discover the history of Larnach Castle and its beautiful gardens on a guided tour. Situated on the stunning Otago Peninsula, it is New Zealand’s only castle and dates back to 1871. Afterwards, enjoy breathtaking scenery as you travel to the lakeside settlement of Te Anau. Tonight, a sensational Signature Experience awaits.
Accommodation
Two Nights, Distinction Te Anau Hotel and Villas
- Breakfast
- Dinners
Waking in Te Anau this morning, decide how to spend your day thanks to our range of Freedom of Choice activities on offer.
Meals Included- Breakfast
This morning, travel through the Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys as you wind down the Milford Road. Then, drive through the Homer Tunnel to eventually be met by the sight of Mitre Peak, one of the most photographed natural wonders in the country. Continue to Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, where you will embark on a memorable Signature Experience. Afterwards, Queenstown awaits.
Accommodation
Three Nights, Millennium Hotel Queenstown
- Breakfast
- Dinners
Today, discover Queenstown your own way with an included Freedom of Choice sightseeing activity. For dinner this evening, choose from a range of Freedom of Choice Dining options and savour the tantalising tastes of New Zealand’s South Island.
Meals Included- Breakfast
- Dinners
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Queenstown with a full day at leisure. Enjoy a stroll along the shores of Lake Wakatipu or take part in the thrill of a lifetime in the country's adventure capital.
Meals Included- Breakfast
Today, you'll skirt the shores of Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea before crossing Haast Pass into Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Continue onwards to Franz Josef/Waiau, where a Signature Experience awaits.
Accommodation
Franz Josef/Waiau, Te Waonui Forest Retreat
- Breakfast
- Dinners
Today, embark on a special Signature Experience.
Accommodation
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
- Breakfast
This morning, travel along the East Coast to Kaikoura before traversing the Marlborough region to Blenheim. Tonight, a Signature Experience awaits.
Accommodation
Two Nights, Blenheim, Scenic Hotel Marlborough
- Breakfast
- Dinners
Today, enjoy your selected Freedom of Choice sightseeing activity.
Meals Included- Breakfast
This morning, take in the breathtaking surrounds as you cruise to the North Island during your Signature Experience. In the afternoon, embark on a fascinating city sights tour of Wellington.
Accommodation
InterContinental Wellington
- Breakfast
- Dinners
We say goodbye before we transfer you to the airport for your onward flight.
Meals Included- Breakfast
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Itinerary, hotels, pricing and inclusions are subject to change
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Weather may cause disruptions to itinerary, especially in remote locations
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APT highly recommends travel insurance
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Prices are fully inclusive of all sightseeing, entrance fees, cruises, and meals as specified, as well as accommodation
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Prices are for land and/or cruise only. Flights not included unless specified
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