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Superb South Island
(Tour Code : T34)
Christchurch - Kaikoura - Blenheim - Nelson - Greymouth - Glaciers - Queenstown -
Christchurch
Nine Day Tour.
DEPARTS: 7.30am Daily
Reporting time 7.00am. Daily departures from Christchurch Railway Station at 7.30am
DAY 1: Christchurch - Kaikoura
The Tranz Coastal train makes an early start through dry North Canterbury sheep country.
Next it edges along the narrow coastal strip between the ocean and the rugged
mountains to arrive in Kaikora. Conditions permitting, you may like to take a
cruise to see the whales and other marine life which feeds in this area. Overnight
Kaikoura.
Day 2: Kaikoura - Blenheim - Nelson
Rejoin the Tranz Coastal train and turn inland to Blenheim. Joining your coach, you
pass vineyards and orchards to Nelson. Stay two nights in Nelson.
DAY 3: At Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park Tour
Your full-day excursion begins with a drive through orchard country to Motueka, then on to
Kaiteriteri Beach to board your launch. You may choose to remain on board your
launch for the duration of the cruise, or to disembark to walk part of the track,
before meeting your launch again in a different bay.
DAY 4: Nelson - Greymouth
Travel through the Buller Gorge to Westport and down the coast to the unique formations
known as the Pancake Rocks. On arrival, you will be met for a tour of the Papanui
National Park, seeing the limestone landscape and taking a short guided walk through the
rainforest. Overnight in Greymouth.
DAY 5: Greymouth - Glaciers
Enjoy a guided tour from Greymouth to the glaciers, visiting the jade carvers in Hokitika,
places of historical interest, a giant Matai tree and several picturesque lakes.
Take a short guided walk to the terminal face of a glacier before overnighting at either
Fox or Franz Josef Glacier.
DAY 6: Glaciers - Queenstown
Dense rainforest contrasts with rugged coastal vistas as you plunge deeper into South
Westland. As the Haast River guides you inland through the Haast Pass, you may
like to travel part of the way by jet boat(not included). Cross the pass to
reach the southern lakes district and the alpine playground of Queenstown. Stay in
Queenstown for three nights.
DAY 7: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
An early start takes you alongside the lake to Kingston, then on to Mossburn and Lake Te
Anau. Travel through the Fiorland National Park, passing the Mirror Lakes, the
Chasm, the Homer Tunnel and the Cleddau Chasm. A cruise on Milford Sound beneath
lofty Mitre Peak, waterfalls and out to the mouth of the Tasman Sea is included.
Then you climb out of Milford Sound to return to Queenstown by evening.
DAY 8: At Queenstown
Today is completely at your leisure in this alpine playground - we have included the
Skyline gondola and the Kiwi Magic movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional
activities as well, from thrilling jet boat rides to leisurely lake cruises, 4WD safaris,
bungy jumping.
DAY 9: Queenstown - Mt. Cook - Christchurch
Travel through the rocky Kawarau Gorge and past Cromwell to climb up over the Lindis
Pass. The tussocky plains of the Mackenzie Country lie before you as you head
towards Mt Cook village in the heart of the Southern Alps. You have a brief
stop here for optional flight seeing or lunch(not included) before travelling on to
Tekapo to see the Church of the Good Shepperd. Cross Burkes Pass to
Fairlie before returning to Christchurch. Tour ends on arrival at aproximately 6.05
pm.
Tour Costs
| Cost Per Person | Share Twin | Single | Triple | Breakfast option | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | $2,089.00 | $2,859.00 | $1,969.00 | $216.00 | |||
| Silver | $2,329.00 | $3,439.00 | $2,199.00 | $256.00 | |||
| Gold | $2,539.00 | $3,689.00 | $2,369.00 | $288.00 |
Farmstay Option
| Replace a night in Rotorua or Dunedin with a night in a rural environment. Enjoy dinner and breakfast with your host family and experience a country lifestyle. Triple share may not be available- on request only. (All prices in NZ Dollars) | |||
| Cost Per Person | Standard | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Share Twin | $76.00 | ||
Meeting and Departure Services
| For overseas visitors, our representative will meet you at the airport, take you to your pretour hotel, give you your tour documents and, next morning transfer you to your coach or train. (or visa versa on departure) Costs including accommodation. (All prices in NZ Dollars) | ||||||
| Cost Per Person | Bronze | Silver | Gold | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AUCKLAND |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$139.00 $259.00 $129.00 |
$159.00 $289.00 $139.00 |
$179.00 $329.00 $159.00 |
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WELLINGTON |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$129.00 $229.00 $109.00 |
$149.00 $249.00 $129.00 |
$189.00 $339.00 $159.00 |
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CHRISTCHURCH |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$129.00 $199.00 $109.00 |
$149.00 $259.00 $129.00 |
$159.00 $279.00 $149.00 |
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Additional nights available an any destination
Add an extra night at a competitive rate - To extend your tour, advise your consultant at the time of booking. Popular destinations for additional nights are Auckland, Christchurch, Glaciers, Wellington, Rotorua and Dunedin. We also recommend that travellers spend extra nights before and after a tour to explore the gateway cities, as each has its own unique attractions - just ask.
