This 10 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Queenstown.

Itinerary summary for: Southern Explorer Christchurch to Queenstown

Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch
Accommodation: Quest on Cambridge

Day 2: Collect your rental car and explore Christchurch, or take a day trip to charming Akaroa
Accommodation: Quest on Cambridge

Day 3: Scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country to Mt Cook National Park
Accommodation: Mt Cook Motel

Day 4: Journey along the Waitaki River to the coast and charming Dunedin
Accommodation: Motel on York

Day 5: Discover the history of Dunedin or encounter the wildlife of Otago Peninsula
Accommodation: Motel on York

Day 6: Travel through South Otago's lush farmlands to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 7: Journey to Milford Sound, one of the most beautiful road trips so allow plenty of time for photos
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 8: Travel through rolling Southland countryside then follow Lake Wakatipu to Queenstown
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 9: Discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 10: Farewell Queenstown