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21 Day South Island Encounter
This 21 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.
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Itinerary summary for: 21 Day South Island Encounter
Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch also known as the 'Garden City'
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 2: Take the day to explore the ever changing city of Christchurch
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 3: Over the hill to Bank's Peninsula and the charming village of Akaroa
Accommodation:
Criterion Motel
Day 4: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation:
Mountain Chalet Motels
Day 5: Leaving the MacKenzie Country you'll follow the Waitaki River to the coast, where you'll turn south for Dunedin
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Dunedin
Day 6: Explore the historic city of Dunedin or discover the unique wildlife of Otago Peninsula
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Dunedin
Day 7: Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation:
Anchorage Motel, Te Anau
Day 8: Journey along the magical Milford Road, one of New Zealand's great road trips
Accommodation:
Anchorage Motel, Te Anau
Day 9: Travel through rolling Southland countryside then follow Lake Wakatipu to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 10: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 11: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation:
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 12: Get up close to the glaciers of Westland National Park
Accommodation:
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 13: Travel between mountains and the Tasman Sea as you head north along the West Coast, then inland to the Southern Alps
Accommodation:
Arthurs Pass Alpine Motel
Day 14: Descend to the coast and the seaside village of Kaikoura
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Kaikoura
Day 15: Explore Kaikoura home to an abundance of marine wildlife
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Kaikoura
Day 16: Drive via the coastal road to the vineyards of Blenheim
Accommodation:
Blenheim Palms Motel
Day 17: Follow the Queen Charlotte Sound to Havelock, then on to Tasman Bay
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 18: Explore Abel Tasman National Park home to aqua blue waters and playful seals
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 19: Pass between Nelson Lakes and Kahurangi National Park as you approach the West Coast
Accommodation:
Buller Bridge Motel
Day 20: Drive south along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 21: Depart Christchurch today