This 14 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Queenstown.
**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.
Itinerary summary for: South Island Wilderness Encounter
Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch
Accommodation:
The George Hotel
Day 2: Journey across the Southern Alps and discover the iconic Pancake Rocks
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Day 3: Adventure day in Paparoa National Park
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Day 4: Head south to the Glacier Region, then explore Okarito Lagoon by kayak
Accommodation:
Westwood Lodge
Day 5: Explore the glaciers by air and on foot
Accommodation:
Westwood Lodge
Day 6: Allow plenty of time for photo stops during your scenic drive through the Haast Pass to Wanaka
Accommodation:
Lime Tree Lodge
Day 7: This morning you'll cruise to Mou Waho Island for a special wilderness experience
Accommodation:
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Day 8: From Queenstown you'll travel to Glenorchy for an alpine hike on the Routeburn Track
Accommodation:
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Day 9: Today is yours to explore the best of the Queenstown region
Accommodation:
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Day 10: Journey down south to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation:
The Cinema Suites
Day 11: Discover Dusky and Doubtful Sound - hidden gems of Fiordland
Accommodation:
The Cinema Suites
Day 12: Experience overnight cruise in magnificent Milford Sound
Accommodation:
Overnight Boat in Milford Sound
Day 13: Enjoy scenic Milford road and then through Southland countryside to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Day 14: Farewell Queenstown