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Short & Sweet South Island

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

**Please Note: Some elements of this tour may only run on certain days of the week. Speak to one of our travel specialists today to find a departure date that works for you.

Get ready for an unforgettable taste of New Zealand's South Island. This efficient and enriching itinerary kicks off in Christchurch, our charming Garden City. From there, you'll head south through ever-changing landscapes to Dunedin, a city brimming with Scottish charm. The real highlight is an iconic rail journey deep into the breathtaking Taieri Gorge. Your adventure culminates in Queenstown, the undisputed adventure capital, promising memories of New Zealand's unique magic that will last a lifetime.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 3 star.

This tour also features:

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

Included activity: Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Christchurch to Dunedin by InterCity Coach

Included activity: Dunedin to Queenstown including Taieri Gorge Train with Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Included activity: Gondola Ride with Skyline Queenstown

Included activity: TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

Included activity: Private Transfer Queenstown Accommodation to Airport (LSQ)

4 breakfasts, 1 special dinner

Itinerary summary for: Short & Sweet South Island

Day 1: Haere Mai - Welcome to Christchurch-Ōtautahi
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Cotswold

Day 2: Travel from Ōtautahi to historic Ōtepoti-Dunedin
Accommodation: Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Day 3: Hop aboard the Taieri Gorge Train and journey to Tāhuna-Queenstown
Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront

Day 4: Experience Tāhuna-Queenstown with a gondola ride and a gourmet dinner cruise
Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront

Day 5: Farewell from Aotearoa-New Zealand