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Classic South Island
This 21 day tour starts in Queenstown and finishes in Queenstown.
This comprehensive tour of the South Island begins with a West Coast exploration, including the majestic glaciers. You then carve a figure 8 through Arthur's Pass to Kaikoura and on to the top of the South Island. Enjoy a detailed exploration of Abel Tasman National Park before heading south to Punakaiki and the upper West Coast. After boarding the TranzAlpine scenic train you travel through to Christchurch, where you have a free day to explore. Then continue south along the East Coast to Dunedin, then onto the Magical Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound before you return to Queenstown after your epic South Island adventure.
Accommodation type on this tour is: Motels.
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:
Itinerary summary for: Classic South Island
Day 1: Welcome to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 2: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 3: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation:
Aspen Court Franz Josef
Day 4: Explore the untouched wilderness of Westland National park
Accommodation:
Aspen Court Franz Josef
Day 5: Skirt the wild Tasman Sea as you drive north, then head inland to Arthur's Pass National Park
Accommodation:
Arthurs Pass Alpine Motel
Day 6: Continue over the Southern Alps and descend towards the Pacific Ocean and Kaikoura
Accommodation:
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Day 7: Explore Kaikoura home to an abundance of marine wildlife
Accommodation:
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Day 8: Travel via the coastal road before reaching the vineyards of Blenheim
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Blenheim
Day 9: Journey along the picturesque Queen Charlotte Drive and through the Rai Valley to Tasman Bay
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 10: Explore Abel Tasman National Park home to aqua blue waters and playful seals
Accommodation:
Ocean View Chalets
Day 11: Valleys and forest clad hills lead you back to the West Coast
Accommodation:
Havenz Punakaiki (Self check in required)
Day 12: Its a short drive south to Greymouth where you board the Tranz Alpine scenic train to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Quest Cathedral Junction
Day 13: Your rental car is delivered, then you have a free day in Christchurch
Accommodation:
Quest Cathedral Junction
Day 14: Just a short drive over Bank's Peninsula to the French influenced village of Akaroa
Accommodation:
Criterion Motel
Day 15: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation:
Mountain Chalet Motels
Day 16: Leaving the MacKenzie Country you'll follow the Waitaki River to the coast, where you'll turn south for Dunedin
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Dunedin
Day 17: Discover the history of Dunedin or the wildlife of the Otago Peninsula
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Dunedin
Day 18: Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation:
Anchorage Motel, Te Anau
Day 19: Journey along the magnificent Milford Road for your cruise on the fiord
Accommodation:
Anchorage Motel, Te Anau
Day 20: Travel through rolling Southland countryside then follow Lake Wakatipu to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 21: Depart Queenstown today