This 9 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.
Begin your journey in the 'Garden City' where you will experience the historical tram, punting and the gondola before boarding the Coastal Pacific Train and travelling to Kaikoura. Experience a scenic cruise with abundant wildlife before hopping back on the train to disembark in Picton. Spend time in Nelson and Punakaiki before enjoying the TranzAlpine train and returning to Christchurch.
Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 4 star.
This tour also features:
Day 1: Arrive into Christchurch, transfer to your accommodation
Accommodation:
Distinction Hotel Christchurch
Day 2: Explore Christchurch, the 'Garden City'
Accommodation:
Distinction Hotel Christchurch
Day 3: Take the Coastal Pacific scenic train to the marine wildlife mecca of Kaikoura
Accommodation:
The Factory
Day 4: Kaikoura to the seaside village of Picton, gateway to the Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation:
Picton Yacht Club Hotel
Day 5: Take a side trip to Blenheim to visit Omaka Aviation Centre, then on to Nelson
Accommodation:
Tides Hotel (was Trailways Hotel)
Day 6: Explore the charming city of Nelson and maybe the WOW Car Museum
Accommodation:
Tides Hotel (was Trailways Hotel)
Day 7: Head to the stunning West Coast and the famous Punakaiki Rocks
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Day 8: Continue to Greymouth where you'll board the TranzAlpine Train for a spectacular journey across the Southern Alps
Accommodation:
Distinction Hotel Christchurch
Day 9: Explore more of Christchurch before departing for home