This 13 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.

Itinerary summary for: Top of the South Island Scenic Tour

Day 1: Welcome to Aotearoa / New Zealand
Accommodation: Merivale Manor

Day 2: Enjoy a day exploring the ever-changing city of Christchurch
Accommodation: Merivale Manor

Day 3: Head up through North Canterbury to the wildlife mecca of Kaikōura
Accommodation: Lobster Inn

Day 4: Explore Kaikōura and enjoy a close encounter of the whale variety
Accommodation: Lobster Inn

Day 5: Departing Kaikōura you'll travel towards Blenheim via the coastal road
Accommodation: Lugano Motor Lodge

Day 6: A short drive drive to the sunshine town of Nelson
Accommodation: Beaches Suites

Day 7: Explore Abel Tasman National Park on a kayak and walking adventure
Accommodation: Beaches Suites

Day 8: Pass the pristine Nelson Lakes National Park as you journey to the rugged West Coast
Accommodation: Punakaiki Treehouse

Day 9: Head south with the Southern Alps on your left and the thundering Tasman Sea on your right
Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 10: Explore Franz Josef and the glaciers with a helihike
Accommodation: Punga Grove Motel & Suites

Day 11: Franz Josef to Arthur's Pass National Park
Accommodation: Bealey Hotel and Motel Arthurs Pass

Day 12: Explore the natural wonder of Arthur's Pass
Accommodation: Bealey Hotel and Motel Arthurs Pass

Day 13: Depart Christchurch today, say farewell to Aotearoa / New Zealand