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

Itinerary summary for: Top of the South self drive tour

Day 1: Arrive into Christchurch today
Accommodation: Orari Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Enjoy a day exploring the ever-changing city of Christchurch
Accommodation: Orari Bed & Breakfast

Day 3: Head up through North Canterbury to the wildlife mecca of Kaikoura
Accommodation: Bendamere House B&B

Day 4: Explore Kaikoura and enjoy a close encounter of the whale variety
Accommodation: Bendamere House B&B

Day 5: Departing Kaikoura you'll travel towards Blenheim via the coastal road
Accommodation: The Peppertree

Day 6: A short drive drive to sunshine town Nelson
Accommodation: The Waters

Day 7: Explore Abel Tasman National Park on a kayak and walking adventure
Accommodation: The Waters

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

Day 9: Head south with the Southern Alps on your left and the thundering Tasman Sea on your right
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 10: Explore Franz Josef and the glaciers
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 11: Franz Josef to Arthur's Pass National Park including the remarkable Otira Viaduct
Accommodation: Wilderness Lodge, Arthurs Pass

Day 12: Explore the natural wonder of Arthur's Pass and experience life on a high country station
Accommodation: Wilderness Lodge, Arthurs Pass

Day 13: Depart Christchurch today