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Gems of the South Island

This 5 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.

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

Starting in Christchurch, your adventure takes you through the Mackenzie Country, with stops at the stunning glacial lakes of Tekapo and Pukaki, before arriving at Aoraki / Mount Cook village. The journey continues to Queenstown for some time to explore the adventure capital at your leisure, including a ride up the Skyline Gondola for epic views. A day trip to Milford Sound is a must-do, where you'll cruise past towering fiords and waterfalls. The last leg of your trip will take you north from Queenstown to Franz Josef, via the picturesque Lake Wanaka and the rugged West Coast, before you catch the world-renowned TranzAlpine train for a spectacular ride back to Christchurch.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 4 star.

This tour also features:

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Christchurch to Queenstown via Aoraki-Mount Cook National Park & Tekapo with Cheeky Kiwi - Lunch Included

Included activity: Gondola Ride with Skyline Queenstown

Included activity: Milford Sound Business Class with Real NZ and Altitude Tours - Includes Canapes

Included activity: Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wānaka Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi - Lunch Included

Included activity: Franz Josef to Christchurch Tour with TranzAlpine Train via Hokitika with Cheeky Kiwi Travel - Lunch Included

4 breakfasts, 3 lunches

Itinerary summary for: Gems of the South Island

Day 1: Ōtautahi / Christchurch to Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park to Tāhuna / Queenstown
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 2: Free day to explore Tāhuna / Queenstown
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 3: Piopiotahi / Milford Sound day tour with RealNZ
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 4: Tāhuna / Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Day 5: Franz Josef to Māwhera / Greymouth train station, Tranz Alpine train to Ōtautahi / Christchurch