Fiords, Glaciers and Mountains self drive tour - reversed

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

**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.

This 10 day tour takes you to the icons of the South Island, with extra nights in Christchurch, Fiordland and Queenstown you'll have time to discover the charms of each destination. You begin with a scenic train journey across the Southern Alps to the ruggedly beautiful West Coast with its spectacular glaciers. Other highlights of this fantastic adventure include a nature cruise in the pristine Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park, the adventure capital of Queenstown and the magnificent mountains of Mt Cook National Park.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 4 star.

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.

This tour also features:

Included activity: Private transfer Christchurch International Airport to your accommodation

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: Private transfer accommodation to Christchurch Train Station with Christchurch Touring

Included activity: TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Christchurch to Greymouth

Included activity: Milford Sound Cruise and picnic lunch with RealNZ

9 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Itinerary summary for: Fiords, Glaciers and Mountains self drive tour - reversed

Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch
Accommodation: Distinction Hotel Christchurch

Day 2: Board the TranzAlpine Train for a stunning journey over the Southern Alps, then drive from Greymouth to Franz Josef
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Day 3: Travel the spectacular Haast Pass to Wanaka, then over the Crown Range to Queenstown
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 4: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 5: Head south through the rural landscape of Southland to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park
Accommodation: Distinction Luxmore Hotel

Day 6: Journey along the magnificent Milford Road for a cruise on Milford Sound
Accommodation: Distinction Luxmore Hotel

Day 7: Return to Lake Wakatipu where the Kawerau Gorge leads into Central Otago, before taking you over the Lindis Pass towards Mt Cook
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Wakefield Wing Superior Room

Day 8: Enjoy a scenic drive through the MacKenzie Country and Canterbury Plains to Christchurch
Accommodation: Distinction Hotel Christchurch

Day 9: Explore the dynamic city of Christchurch
Accommodation: Distinction Hotel Christchurch

Day 10: Depart Christchurch today