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Stone church by bright blue lake with snow-capped mountains in background under clear sky.
Nature

Pure Discoveries Matai Tour

Christchurch

Christchurch

10 days, 9 nights

Small Group Tours

From: $8,300 pp

Tour overview

On this South Island focused small group tour you will enjoy some of New Zealand’s most spectacular highlights and attractions. Soak up the stunning scenery of the Southern Alps as you experience one of the world’s great train journeys; the TranzAlpine, and be ready for jaw-dropping views as you cruise on the mighty Milford Sound, one of New Zealand’s most treasured natural landmarks. 

* This itinerary reflects tours departing between October 2025 – April 2026. While the journeys are very similar, each season has a few unique inclusions and updates, so contact our friendly Travel Specialists for details of the October 2026 – April 2027 itinerary. *

Tour highlights & inclusions

10 days / 9 nights
9 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Christchurch

Christchurch

Hotel 4 star

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Trip itinerary

Pure Discoveries 10 day Matai Tour

Embark on a small group adventure focused exclusively on New Zealand’s spectacular South Island highlights.
Matai, the name explained: Matai trees are renowned for high yields of clear straight-grained heartwood. Where Totara was not common, the Māori used the wood of Matai for carving. The female Matai also bears fruit, which was collected in large quantities by Māori in summer and early autumn.
Your South Island highlight is a cruise on the breathtaking Milford Sound, often hailed as the "eighth wonder of the world," where you will witness towering fiords, untouched forest and abundant wildlife. Concluding in Christchurch, this tour efficiently delivers many of the country's most treasured natural landmarks and exciting experiences.

Stone memorial arch with tourists and bicycles under bright blue sky in a city plaza

Accommodation

White modern hotel building with rows of windows against blue sky and clouds.
Distinction Hotel Christchurch (or similar)

Inclusions

Lake Wanaka Cruise and Island Nature Walk

Wanaka 4WD Tour

Milford Sound Cruise and Lunch

Arrowtown Lakes District Museum

Christchurch Tram

Punting on the River Avon

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