This 18 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Queenstown.

Itinerary summary for: South Island National Parks Tour

Day 1: Arrive Christchurch today
Accommodation: Bella Vista Christchurch

Day 2: Explore Christchurch City and surrounds
Accommodation: Bella Vista Christchurch

Day 3: Head north through Canterbury to the marine mecca of Kaikoura
Accommodation: The White Morph, Kaikōura

Day 4: Travel to the idyllic Tasman Bay
Accommodation: Ocean View Chalets

Day 5: Kayak the aqua blue waters of Abel Tasman National Park and walk the gentle coastal tracks
Accommodation: Ocean View Chalets

Day 6: Skirt Kahurangi National Park as you journey to the West Coast and Paparoa National Park
Accommodation: Punakaiki Treehouse

Day 7: Follow the rugged coastline south to the glacier region
Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 8: Explore the glaciers and walks of Westland National Park
Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 9: Travel the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation: Clearbrook Motel and Serviced Apartments

Day 10: Cross the Lindis Pass towards the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation: Mt Cook Motel

Day 11: Explore Mt Cook National Park and Surrounds
Accommodation: Mt Cook Motel

Day 12: 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 13: Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 14: Cruise through Milford Sound and enjoy some spectacular walks in Fiordland
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 15: Take a journey to the 'Sound of Silence' where you'll cruise on the remote Doubtful Sound
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 16: Travel through rolling Southland countryside then follow Lake Wakatipu to Queenstown
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 17: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 18: Depart Queenstown today