This 9 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.

Itinerary summary for: The Essential South Island

Day 1: Arrive into the Garden City, Christchurch
Accommodation: Merivale Manor House

Day 2: Journey to Aoraki-Mt Cook, where an afternoon of exciting alpine activities awaits.
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium Plus

Day 3: Travel through the arid landscapes of Lindis Pass and Central Otago to Queenstown
Accommodation: The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi

Day 4: Discover Queenstown and try some of thrilling adventures
Accommodation: The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi

Day 5: Venture to the remote Patea-Doubtful Sound for your wilderness cruise
Accommodation: The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi

Day 6: Travel the Haast Pass to the West Coast home to Franz Josef Glacier
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 7: Discover the remarkable world of ice atop the Franz Josef Glacier with a helihike
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 8: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation: Merivale Manor House

Day 9: Explore Christchurch before you travel home