The famous "Wanaka Tree" grows out of the calm waters of Lake Wānaka, reflected perfectly at sunrise with golden autumn trees and snow-capped mountains in the background.

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Highlights of the South Island Tour

Christchurch

10 days, 9 nights

Road Trips

From: $3,363 pp

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Tour overview

Take the scenic route from Christchurch through the heart of the Southern Alps. You’ll see the best of the high country at Aoraki / Mt Cook, soak up the history in Dunedin, and stand in awe of Milford Sound. Then, it’s off to Queenstown for some serious fun and a trip up the West Coast to see the glaciers. To top it all off, we’ll hop on the TranzAlpine for a world-class train ride back to where we started.

Tour highlights & inclusions

10 days / 9 nights

1 lunch

Christchurch

Motels

Rental car included

Glacier Explorers
Ata Whenua - Shadowland Film at Fiordland Cinema
Milford Sound Cruise - Lunch Included

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Price pp from

NZD $3,363

Tour overview

Take the scenic route from Christchurch through the heart of the Southern Alps. You’ll see the best of the high country at Aoraki / Mt Cook, soak up the history in Dunedin, and stand in awe of Milford Sound. Then, it’s off to Queenstown for some serious fun and a trip up the West Coast to see the glaciers. To top it all off, we’ll hop on the TranzAlpine for a world-class train ride back to where we started.

Tour highlights & inclusions

10 days / 9 nights

1 lunch

Christchurch

Motels

Rental car included

Glacier Explorers
Ata Whenua - Shadowland Film at Fiordland Cinema
Milford Sound Cruise - Lunch Included

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.

Make an enquiry about this trip or build a custom quote

Price pp from

NZD $3,363

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

People punting on a river in a green park with buildings and a bridge in the background on a sunny day.

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.

Accommodation

Motel building with blue awning reception entrance and cars parked alongside under clear blue sky.

Bella Vista Christchurch

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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.

Accommodation

Bella Vista Christchurch

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Activities