Price pp from:

$2,950
A bright, sunlit view of a steep, snow-covered mountain ridge with blue ice crevasses, set against a vibrant blue sky in the Southern Alps.
Nature

Southern Alps and Milford Sound Highlights

Christchurch

Christchurch

6 days, 5 nights

Independent Coach Tours

From: $2,950 pp

Tour overview

Journey through some of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes on New Zealand’s South Island. Highlights include the iconic TranzAlpine Scenic Train, the untamed beauty of the West Coast, the spectacular Franz Josef Glacier, serene Lakes Wanaka and Hawea, the renowned Gibbston Valley, the adventure hub of Queenstown, and the majestic fjords of Milford Sound. This unforgettable experience offers a perfect mix of adventure, relaxation, and awe-inspiring scenery.

Tour highlights & inclusions

6 days / 5 nights
1 lunch

Christchurch

Christchurch

Motels
  • TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Christchurch to Greymouth
  • Greymouth Train Station to Franz Josef with Hokitika Scenic Tours
  • Franz Josef to Queenstown via Wānakawith Cheeky Kiwi

Make an enquiry about this trip or build a custom quote

Price pp from

NZD $2,950

Why Discover New Zealand

  • Wānaka-based specialists planning your trip from inside New Zealand.
  • One travel specialist to plan and book every detail from start to finish.
  • 24/7 in-country support while you’re travelling, so help is close if plans change.

Trip itinerary

Welcome to Ōtautahi / Christchurch

Kia ora and welcome to Aotearoa, New Zealand. After checking into your accommodation, the rest of the day is yours to explore at your leisure. Christchurch, known in Māori as Ōtautahi, is the largest city on the South Island. Often referred to as the Garden City it boasts one of the largest public parks in the country and the city centre is full of very impressive stone buildings reminiscent of the English university towns. The inner city has almost been completely rebuilt following earthquakes in 2010 and 2011. Explore the city and see how the old mixes with New Zealand's "newest" city.

Bright blue river flowing through green forest with rocky banks and mountains under a clear sky.

Accommodation

Two-story motel building with balconies and parking in front, with a green mountain behind.
Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Kiwirail Operating on Certain Days

**Please be advised that certain aspects of this tour may operate on specific days of the week during the winter months. We recommend contacting one of our travel specialists to identify a departure date that suits your schedule.

Tour highlights

Aerial view of a KiwiRail train on a bridge over river with mountains and clouds at sunset.

TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Christchurch to Greymouth

Bright blue river flowing through green forest with rocky banks and mountains under a clear sky.

Greymouth Train Station to Franz Josef with Hokitika Scenic Tours

A travel van drives down a country road with mountains and trees in the background at sunrise.

Franz Josef to Queenstown via Wānakawith Cheeky Kiwi

Tour bus on winding road through green valley with tall rocky mountains in the background.

Milford Sound Cruise and Coach Tour from Queenstown with RealNZ - Lunch Included

Metal bridge over a river with snow-covered rocks and mountains under a blue sky.

Queenstown to Christchurch via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo with Cheeky Kiwi

24/7 support from the moment you arrive to the moment you depart

Talk to a local travel specialist. Enquire