This 23 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.
This comprehensive tour carves a figure eight through spectacular South Island scenery. From Christchurch travel through the Mackenzie Country to Mt Cook then on to Otago and Dunedin. A detailed exploration of Fiordland National Park follows, before heading north to Queenstown and then to the West Coast Glaciers. Crossing the Southern Alps enjoy a night in Arthur's Pass National Park before heading to the east coast and Kaikoura. Enjoy the Marlborough wine region and the golden sands of Abel Tasman National Park before turning south along the wild west coast. You return to Christchurch on board the TranzAlpine Scenic Train.
Accommodation type on this tour is: Motels.
Rental car insurance included
Rental car inclusions: Unlimited kilometres,airport/ferry terminal fees, additional drivers.
Tour pack: Includes detailed driving instructions, maps, guide books and much more.
This tour can be customised to suit you precisely - just request here.
This tour also features:
Day 1: Arrive in Christchurch City also known as the 'Garden City'
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Christchurch
Day 2: Explore the ever changing city of Christchurch or maybe take a day trip to Akaroa
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Christchurch
Day 3: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation:
Mt Cook Motel
Day 4: Leaving the MacKenzie Country you'll follow the Waitaki River to the coast, where you'll turn south for Dunedin
Accommodation:
Motel on York
Day 5: Discover the wildlife of Otago Peninsula
Accommodation:
Motel on York
Day 6: Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation:
Lakefront Lodge
Day 7: Take the journey to the 'Sound of Silence' for your overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound
Accommodation:
Fiordland Navigator Overnight Boat in Doubtful Sound
Day 8: Return to Te Anau and this afternoon cruise across the lake to the remarkable glowworm caves
Accommodation:
Lakefront Lodge
Day 9: Journey along the magnificent Milford Road to Milford Sound, allow plenty of time for photo stops
Accommodation:
Lakefront Lodge
Day 10: Travel through rolling Southland countryside then follow Lake Wakatipu to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 11: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation:
Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 12: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation:
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 13: Take a scenic flight or walk to experience the glaciers of Westland National Park
Accommodation:
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 14: Follow the windswept coastline north to the Pancake Rocks of Punakaiki
Accommodation:
Havenz Punakaiki (Self check in required)
Day 15: Head inland and drive over the Otira Viaduct to Arthur's Pass National Park
Accommodation:
Arthurs Pass Alpine Motel
Day 16: Descend to the coastline and pass through the North Canterbury countryside to Kaikoura
Accommodation:
The White Morph, Kaikoura
Day 17: Witness whales swimming on the coast of Kaikoura before driving the coastal road to Blenheim
Accommodation:
Blenheim Palms Motel
Day 18: Travel via the beautiful Queen Charlotte Drive to the idyllic Abel Tasman National Park
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 19: Explore Abel Tasman National Park home to aqua blue waters and playful seals
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 20: Pass between two national parks as you travel to the wild West Coast
Accommodation:
Buller Bridge Motel
Day 21: Follow the rugged coastline south to Greymouth
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Greymouth
Day 22: Cross the Southern Alps on the great scenic train journey, the TranzAlpine
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Christchurch
Day 23: Depart Christchurch today