This 9 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.
This 9 day scenic route will give you a wonderful introduction to the natural wonders of the South Island. Visit its two largest cities of Christchurch and Dunedin, Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook National Park and Milford Sound. Then Queenstown's excitement and adventure before heading north to the unique West Coast Glacier region. Finally, cross the Southern Alps on board the world famous TranzAlpine Scenic Train back to Christchurch. A fitting end to your South Island holiday.
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:
Day 1: Arrive into Christchurch City also known as the 'Garden City'
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 2: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
Accommodation:
Aoraki Court Motel
Day 3: Leaving the MacKenzie Country you'll follow the Waitaki River to the coast then south for Dunedin
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Dunedin
Day 4: Travel through the rich farmland of South Otago and Southland to reach Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation:
Anchorage Motel, Te Anau
Day 5: Journey along the magnificent Milford Road for your Milford Sound cruise
Accommodation:
Anchorage Motel, Te Anau
Day 6: Travel through rolling Southland countryside to Lake Wakatipu which will lead you to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 7: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Franz Josef
Day 8: Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 9: Depart Christchurch today