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

Itinerary summary for: 9 day South Island Wine Adventure

Day 1: Arrive into Christchurch City
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 2: Your rental car is delivered, explore the Waipara Valley or take a day trip to charming Akaroa
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 3: Travel to Mt Cook National Park and explore the Tasman Glacier with Glacier Explorers
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium Plus

Day 4: Follow the dry lands to Lindis Pass which leads into Central Otago, then through the Kawerau Gorge to Queenstown
Accommodation: Rosewood Matakauri Queenstown

Day 5: Enjoy an afternoon exploring the Central Otago wineries with your own private guide
Accommodation: Rosewood Matakauri Queenstown

Day 6: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation: Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Day 7: Be introduced to the magical ice world of Franz Josef Glacier on a Heli-hike tour
Accommodation: Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Day 8: Follow the stunning coast north along the West Coast, then continue over the Southern Alps on a scenic train journey
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 9: Depart Christchurch today