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Landscapes and Legends of the South Island

This 13 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 during the winter months. We recommend contacting one of our travel specialists to identify a departure date that suits your schedule.

 Experience unparalleled Southern luxury, beginning in Christchurch and journeying into the Southern Alps. Awaken to breathtaking views of Aoraki in Mount Cook National Park, then cruise past ancient icebergs at Tasman Glacier. Enjoy gourmet dining at Dunedin’s historic Larnach Castle, followed by an overnight ship stay in the serene Patea - Doubtful Sound. Explore Queenstown’s scenic wonders, unwind in a private rainforest hot tub, and soar over Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Conclude your journey aboard the TranzAlpine train, with luxury at every turn. A personalised adventure, just for you.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Luxury Lodges.

This tour also features:

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

Included activity: Dinner onboard the Christchurch Restaurant Tram

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

Included activity: One Hour Private Tub with Waiho Hot Tubs

Included activity: Mountain Scenic Spectacular Flight with The Helicopter Line

Included activity: TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Greymouth to Christchurch Scenic Plus with Great Journeys NZ

Included activity: Private Transfer Christchurch Train Station to Accommodation

Included activity: Private Transfer from Accommodation to Airport with Christchurch Touring Company

Included activity: The Panorama Room 3-course Dinner with The Hermitage Hotel

Included activity: Private Transfer Accom to Europcar Airport Depot with Christchurch Touring

Included activity: Glacier Explorers

Included activity: Big Sky Stargazing

Included activity: Dinner at Camp Estate, Larnach Castle

Included activity: Taieri Gorge Railway Scenic Train

Included activity: Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise with Fiordland Cruises

Included activity: Gondola and Premium Buffet Dinner Experience with Skyline Queenstown

Included activity: Everything Queenstown Private Tour with Remarkable Scenic Tours

12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners, 3 special dinners

Itinerary summary for: Landscapes and Legends of the South Island

Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch: Relax and explore the Garden City with dinner onboard the Restaurant Tram
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 2: Travel through Canterbury and MacKenzie Country to Aoraki Mt Cook National Park
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium Plus

Day 3: Experience thrilling glacier exploration by day and marvel at the stunning night sky by evening
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium Plus

Day 4: Follow the Waitaki River to Dunedin and stay at the stunning Camp Estate at Larnach Castle
Accommodation: Camp Estate at Larnach Castle

Day 5: See the dramatic scenes of the Taieri Gorge by train
Accommodation: Camp Estate at Larnach Castle

Day 6: Cross the rich farmland of Southland to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation: Fiordland Lodge

Day 7: A short drive to Manapouri where the adventure of a lifetime awaits
Accommodation: MV Southern Secret

Day 8: Arrive back to Manapouri and then drive via the Devils Staircase to Queenstown
Accommodation: Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel

Day 9: Discover thrills of Queenstown on a private guided tour
Accommodation: Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel

Day 10: Travel through the Haast Pass to the West Coast, enjoying a breathtaking ride before relaxing in a private hot tub
Accommodation: Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Day 11: Experience scenic helicopter flight over glaciers and magnificent walks in the afternoon at your leisure
Accommodation: Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Day 12: Journey north to take the iconic TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 13: Farewell from Christchurch