SOUTH ISLAND

Tour	Days	Operator	Code	Full Itinerary
South Island & Westland	6	SWVNZ	SWNZS01
Southern New Zealand	8	SWVNZ	SWNZS02
Nelson, Glaciers, Fiordland	9	TT	TT358
Southern Experience	7	TT	TT323/IVCS
Mountain Melody	7	TT	TT383C
Glacierland	7	TT	TT383
Alpine Vista	6	TT	TT323B
Trains, Fiords & Glaciers	6	TT	TT383/TR
Milford Sound	5	MtCook	RC4
Mount Cook	6	MtCook	RC5
Fiordland	6	MtCook	RC6
West Coaster	2	MtCook	RC17
Glaciers	7	MtCook	LK1
Coastal Splendour	8	MtCook	LK4

South Island & Westland - 6 Days/5 Nights

Christchurch - Fox Glacier - Queenstown - Christchurch

Tour Code: SWNZS01
Special Feature: Coach/Train

From Christchurch, this tour encompasses some of the most spectacular scenery in New Zealand including spectacular gorges, crystal clear lakes, amazing glaciers and snow capped mountains, rain forests and high-county grasslands. Finally ending up in Queenstown, the adventure capital of the South Pacific.

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Day 1 - Arrive Christchurch
Welcome to Christchurch, the South Island's largest city and the gateway to some of the most spectacular scenery that can be seen in the South Pacific
Accommodation (1nt) Standard - Copthorne Durham Hotel; Superior - Millennium Hotel Boutique - The Charlotte Jane; Apartment - Fino Casementi Aptments

Day 2 - Christchurch to Fox Glacier
Board the Tranzalpine Express to travel across the Canterbury Plains and through spectacular gorges to the Southern Alps and on to the Westland National Park, a World Heritage Site. This is an area of primitive towering rainforests and the amazing Franz and Fox Glaciers and of course the snow-capped mountains and crystal clear lakes.
Accommodation (2nts) Standard - Fox Glacier Hotel; Superior - Fox Glacier Hotel Boutique - Fox Glacier Hotel; Apartment - Fox Glacier Hotel

Day 3 - At Fox Glacier
This morning, take a guided walk on the Fox Glacier, wearing special boots. The afternoon is free for optional walks or a scenic flight with terrific views of the Southern Alps.

Day 4 - Fox Glacier to Queenstown
Today the scenery changes dramatically as the coach journeys through the Haast Pass to the high-country grasslands of Otago. Pass by Lake Hawea and Wanaka on route to Queenstown.
Accommodation (1nt) Standard - Copthorne Lakefront Hotel; Superior - Millennium Hotel Boutique - The Stonehouse; Apartment - The Lofts Apartments

Day 5 - Queenstown
Mountains, Queenstown is the adventure capital of the South Pacific. Go jetboating, bungy jumping, skiing, or, take in the stunning scenery as you ride the gondola to Bob's Peak or cruise the lake on a majestic 85 year old steamship. The tour ends here today in Queenstown.

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Southern New Zealand - 8 Days/7 Nights

Christchurch - Dunedin - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown - Christchurch

Tour Code: SWNZS02
Special Feature: Coach/Cruise

Sampling some of the Scottish Heritage in New Zealand, from Christchurch, this tour take you to the city of Dunedin and then in Fiordland, home of some of the best walking and sightseeing in the world. Descend into Milford Sound and finally the resort of Queenstown.

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Day 1 - Arrive Christchurch
Welcome to the South Island's largest city of Christchurch aptly named the "Garden City of the South Pacific" for a day of relaxation or additional sightseeing.
Accommodation (1nt) Standard - Copthorne Durham Hotel; Superior - Millennium Hotel Boutique - The Charlotte Jane; Apartment - Fino Casementi Aptments

Day 2 - Christchurch to Dunedin
Journey south by coach along the East Coast to Dunedin, a city of Scottish heritage, illustrated by striking Edwardian and Victorian architecture and alive with great pubs and lively music.
Accommodation (2nts) Standard - Leisure Lodge; Superior - Southern Cross Boutique - Fletcher Lodge; Apartment - Leisure Lodge Apartments

Day 3 - At Dunedin
This morning is free to explore the city more. Dunedin is home to the world's rarest penguin, the Blue Penguin and the world's only mainland colony of Royal Albatross. Visit the colony this afternoon, followed by a cruise on Otago Peninsula, to view the seals and shag colonies.

Day 4 - Dunedin to Te Anau
Fiordland is the home to some of the best walking and marvellous sightseeing that is available in the world. Explore the world's largest National Park; experience majestic waterfalls, shimmering lakes, granite peaks and lonely fjords. Arrive at Te Anau, the jumping off point for Milford and the Milford Track. On summer evenings a visit to the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves is included.
Accommodation (1nt) Standard - Luxmore Hotel; Superior - Te Anau Centra Boutique - Luxmore Hotel; Apartment - Centra Suites

Day 5 - Te Anau to Milford Sound (D)
The coach descends into Milford Sound, the most famous and accessible of the fjords. Cruise the sound and admire the spectacular scenery of the surrounding peaks and waterfalls, as you overnight on the "Milford Mariner" (or similar) where dinner is included.
Accommodation (1nt) Standard - Milford Mariner (Ship); Superior - Milford Mariner (Ship) Boutique - Milford Mariner (Ship); Apartment - Milford Mariner (Ship)

Day 6 - Milford Sound to Queenstown (B)
Disembark your cruise after breakfast and continue on the coach to Queenstown. Whether you are into snow skiing (in the winter months) or white water rafting, bungy jumping or world class relaxation, Queenstown is a must for all.
Accommodation (2nts) Standard - Copthorne Lakefront Hotel; Superior - Millennium Hotel Boutique - The Stonehouse; Apartment - The Lofts Apartments

Day 7 - At Queenstown
Queenstown is the adventure capital of the South Pacific and nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Surrounded by the Remarkables and Eyre Mountains, stunning scenery, which can be seen as you ride the gondola to Bob's Peak or cruise the lake on a majestic 85 year old steamship. Today is at leisure and leaves you free to discover all that Queenstown has to offer.

Day 8 - Queenstown to Christchurch
From Queenstown, the coach descends onto the Canterbury Plains and continue on towards Christchurch, where your tour ends today.

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Nelson, Glaciers, Fiordland - 9 Days/8 Nights

Christchurch - Kaikoura - Nelson - Greymouth - Glaciers - Haast Pass - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Mt Cook - Christchurch

Tour Code: TT358

A complete circuit of the South Island in 9 days, including golden Nelson beaches, the wild West Coast, majestic mountains and more... Reporting time 7.00 am. Daily departures from Christchurch railway station at 7.30 am.

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Day 1: Christchurch - Kaikoura
Travel today by train, the 'Coastal Pacific', north over the plains and into the mountains. Then enjoy an exciting ride up the narrow coastal strip, with pounding surf on one side and the sheer Kaikoura ranges on the other. At Kaikoura, if the weather is suitable, take your optional Whale Watch tour today. Overnight Kaikoura.

Day 2: Kaikoura - Blenheim - Nelson
Another oportunity for the Whale Watch tour, or to see some of the other wildlife, such as seals and penguins. Mid morning rejoin the Coastal Pacific and continue up the beautiful Kaikoura coast to Blenheim. Here, board a coach to pass vineyards and cross the forested Rai Saddle to Nelson. Stay 2 nights in Nelson.

Day 3: At Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park Tour
Your full day tour of this beautiful park includes pick up and drop off at your hotel. After a short coach journey, travel by launch (boat) from the golden sands of Kaiteriteri beach into the park. Cruise through the blue waters, next to lush native forests, marine life, and idyllic coves and inlets. There are many opportunities to walk in the park before returning to Nelson about 5 pm.

Day 4: Nelson - Greymouth
Travel south to Inangahua junction where you turn west. A thrilling drive down the rocky chasm and green waters of the Buller Gorge brings you to the West Coast. Your tour visits the Punakaiki 'pancake' rocks, an unusual layer formation of sandstone pillars jutting out into the sea. From there you are taken on an guided tour of the Paparoa National Park, featuring weird limestone formations among spectacular scenery. You also hear about local Maori myths and legends. Continue south to Greymouth for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Greymouth - Glaciers
Travel south past surf beaches, wild rivers and dense forests. Your coach will stop at various points - the Giant Matai Tree and tranquil and remote lakes with a chance to see the beautiful Kotuku (white heron bird). Upon reaching the Glaciers you will join a guided walk to the start of one of these great ice rivers. Overnight at the Glaciers.

Day 6: Glaciers - Queenstown
Continue deeper into South Westland before the beautiful Haast River guides us inland, past towering mountains and up wild river valleys. Over the pass, cruise through the verdant forests of the Makarora valley to spectacular lakes Wanaka and Hawea. Lake Dunstan and the steep and rugged Kawarau Gorge historic goldmining area lead us into world famous Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown for three nights stay. Overnight Queenstown.

Day 7: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
Alongside Lake Wakatipu to Kingston then across country to Fiordland and the beautiful ice carved Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys, with their ancient beech forests. The Homer Tunnel and the awesome Cleddau Canyon prelude a cruise on magnificent Milford Sound, including Mitre peak, rising nearly a kilometre straight up out of the sea and Bowen falls. Return to Queenstown for tonight's stay.

Day 8: At Queenstown
A full day for you to enjoy this fabulous resort - we have included a half day wine tour and also the Skyline Gondola and the Kiwi Magic Movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities as well - thrilling jet boating on the rivers - white water rafting - helicopters through the river chasms - A.J.Hackett's world famous bungy jumping - cruises on the lake on the vintage 'TSS Earnslaw' - high country sheep stations - gold panning - spectacular walking trails - the list is endless... Overnight Queenstown.

Day 9: Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Leaving Queenstown head north via the Kawarau gorge and Lake Dunstan. Climb the Lindis Pass for a stunning view of the eerie MacKenzie Basin, a dry grassy plain surrounded on all sides by huge mountains and spotted with milky blue lakes. Drive north to Mt Cook National Park to see New Zealand's highest mountain. Optional lunch at the Hermitage Hotel or perhaps a scenic ski-plane flight. Continue past picturesque Lake Tekapo with its charming stone church then over Burke Pass to the checkerboard Canterbury plains, reaching Christchurch at 6.15 pm.

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Southern Experience - 7 Days/6 Nights

Christchurch - Dunedin - Invercargill - Te Anau - Doubtful Sound - Milford Sound - Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch

Tour Code: TT323/IVCS

To the bottom of the South Island from Christchurch, then the most popular South Island sights in 7 days including tours of Doubtful Sound, Milford Sound and Queenstown... Reporting time at Christchurch Railway Station, 7.45 am. Departs at 8.15 am EVERY DAY!

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Day 1: Christchurch - Dunedin
Travel today on the Southerner train. Sit back and enjoy the scenery as you cross the checkerboard plains, through seaside Timaru, whitestone Oamaru and along the rocky Palmerston coastline before climbing around Mt Cargill and dropping down into Dunedin - the Edinburgh of the South. Arrive early afternoon - time for optional local tours or sight seeing. Overnight Dunedin.

Day 2: Dunedin - Invercargill
The morning is free for shopping or optional trips to see the albatross and other wildlife on the peninsula. In the afternoon, travel through the rich green pastures of Otago and Southland to Invercargill. Overnight in Invercargill

Day 3: Invercargill - Te Anau
The morning and early afternoon are free for optional local sightseeing, shopping or perhaps a trip to remote and unspoilt Stewart Island. In the afternoon, travel north to Gore where you catch the connection across to Te Anau in Fiordland. Stay two nights at Lake Te Anau, surrounded by ancient untouched forests and mountains.

Day 4: Doubtful Sound tour
Today we have included the Doubtful Sound tour featuring lakes, forests, mountains, rivers and sea. Travel by boat across Lake Manapuori, take a coach deep into the earth to see the incredible West Arm underground power station, climb out and over the Wilmot Pass and cruise again by boat on magnificent Doubtful Sound - a remote sea inlet. Return to Te Anau for tonight's stay.

Day 5: Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown
The ice carved valleys of Fiordland National Park are the venue for today's journey. First, the silent beech forests of the Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys, then through the Homer tunnel and the awesome Cleddau Canyon. A boat cruise on Milford Sound taking you out to Mitre Peak, rising nearly a kilometre straight up out of the sea and the tumbling Bowen Falls is included. Leaving Fiordland, head north along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to world famous Queenstown. Two nights stay in Queenstown.

Day 6: At Queenstown
A full day for you to enjoy this fabulous resort - we have included the Skyline Gondola and the Kiwi Magic Movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities - thrilling jet boating on the rivers - white water rafting - helicopters through the river chasms - A.J.Hackett's world famous bungy jumping - cruises on the lake on the vintage 'TSS Earnslaw' - high country sheep stations - gold panning - spectacular walking trails - the list is endless... Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 7: Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Leaving Queenstown head north via the rocky Kawarau gorge historic goldmining area to Lake Dunstan. Climb the Lindis Pass for a stunning view of the eerie MacKenzie Basin, a dry grassy plain surrounded on all sides by huge mountains and spotted with milky blue lakes. Drive north to Mt Cook National Park to see New Zealand's highest mountain. Optional lunch at the Hermitage Hotel or perhaps a scenic ski-plane flight. Continue past picturesque Lake Tekapo with its charming stone church then over Burke Pass to the checkerboard Canterbury plains, reaching Christchurch at 6.15 pm.

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Mountain Melody - 7 Days/6 Nights

Christchurch - Glaciers - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Wanaka - Mt Cook - Christchurch

Tour Code: TT383C

The mountain lovers special - 7 days in the south from Christchurch featuring the Glaciers, Queenstown, Milford Sound and Mt Cook... Reporting time at Christchurch Railway Station 8.30 am. Departs at 9.00 am EVERY DAY !

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Day 1: Christchurch - Glaciers
The TranzAlpine Express train takes you out of the city and across the patchwork Canterbury plains to the Southern Alps. A spectacular climb up the Waimakariri River Gorge brings you to Arthur's Pass and the Otira tunnel. Your route journeys through the magnificent valleys, rivers, forests and mountains before reaching the West Coast. Travel south past surf beaches, wild rivers and dense forests to the Glaciers for 2 nights stay. Overnight at the Glaciers.

Day 2: At Fox or Franz Josef Glacier
A whole day is available for optional excursions on the glacier, for nature walks or simply soaking up the beauty of snow-capped mountains contrasting with the deep greens of the native forest. Overnight at the Glaciers.

Day 3: Glaciers - Queenstown
Continue deeper into South Westland before the beautiful Haast River guides us inland, past towering mountains and up wild river valleys. Over the pass, cruise through the lush forests of the Makarora valley to picturesque lakes Wanaka and Hawea. Lake Dunstan and the steep and rugged Kawarau Gorge historic goldmining area lead us into world famous Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown for three nights stay. Overnight Queenstown.

Day 4: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
Alongside Lake Wakatipu to Kingston then across country to Fiordland and the beautiful ice carved Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys, with their beech forests. The Homer Tunnel and the awesome Cleddau Canyon prelude a cruise on magnificent Milford Sound, including Mitre peak, rising nearly a kilometre straight up out of the sea and Bowen falls. Return to Queenstown for tonight's stay.

Day 5: At Queenstown
A full day for you to enjoy this fabulous resort - we have included the Skyline Gondola and the Kiwi Magic Movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities as well - thrilling jet boating on the rivers - white water rafting - helicopters through the river chasms - A.J.Hackett's world famous bungy jumping - cruises on the lake on the vintage 'TSS Earnslaw' - high country sheep stations - gold panning - spectacular walking trails - the list is endless... Overnight Queenstown.

Day 6: Queenstown - Wanaka
Leaving Queenstown head north via the Kawarau gorge to Lake Dunstan and then to Lake Wanaka. The day is free to explore this beautiful alpine paradise with endless activities available.

Day 7: Wanaka - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Climb the Lindis Pass for a stunning view of the eerie MacKenzie Basin, a dry grassy plain surrounded on all sides by huge mountains and spotted with milky blue lakes. Drive north to Mt Cook National Park to see New Zealand's highest mountain. Continue north in the afternoon past picturesque Lake Tekapo with its charming stone church then over Burke Pass to Fairlie. A short journey through hill country brings you to Geraldine and then the checkerboard Canterbury plains, with broad rivers and wide open spaces. Your coach arrives in Christchurch at 6.15 pm.

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Glacierland - 7 Days/6 Nights

Christchurch - Glaciers - Queenstown - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Dunedin - Christchurch

Tour Code: TT383

A special 7 days to enjoy the finest mountain scenery in New Zealand, featuring the phenomenal West Coast glaciers... Reporting time at Christchurch Railway Station 8.30 am. Departs at 9.00 am EVERY DAY !

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Day 1: Christchurch - Glaciers
The 'Tranz Alpine Express' train takes you out of the city and across the patchwork Canterbury plains to the Southern Alps. A spectacular climb up the Waimakariri River Gorge brings you to Arthur's Pass and the Otira tunnel. Your route journeys through the magnificent valleys, rivers, forests and mountains before reaching the West Coast. Travel south past surf beaches, wild rivers and dense forests to the Glaciers for 2 nights stay. Overnight at the Glaciers.

Day 2: At Fox or Franz Josef Glacier
A whole day is available for optional excursions on the glacier, for nature walks or simply soaking up the beauty of snow-capped mountains contrasting with the deep greens of the native forest. Overnight at the Glaciers.

Day 3: Glaciers - Queenstown
Continue deeper into South Westland before the beautiful Haast River guides us inland, past towering mountains and up wild river valleys. Over the pass, cruise through the lush forests of the Makarora valley to picturesque lakes Wanaka and Hawea. Lake Dunstan and the steep and rugged Kawarau Gorge goldmining area lead us into world famous Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown for two nights stay. Overnight Queenstown.

Day 4: At Queenstown
A full day for you to enjoy this fabulous resort - we have included the Skyline Gondola and the Kiwi Magic Movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities as well - thrilling jet boating on the rivers - white water rafting - helicopters through the river chasms - A.J.Hackett's world famous bungy jumping - cruises on the lake on the vintage 'TSS Earnslaw' - high country sheep stations - gold panning - spectacular walking trails - the list is endless... Overnight Queenstown.

Day 5: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Te Anau
Drive alongside Lake Wakatipu to Kingston, then west to the great forests, rivers and chasms of Fiordland National Park. Travel through the beautiful ice craved Eglinton and Hollyford valleys, the Homer Tunnel and the awesome Cleddau Canyon. A cruise on Milford Sound to see the majesty of Mitre Peak, rising nearly a kilometre straight up out of the sea, and Bowen Falls is included. Return to lovely Lake Te Anau for tonight's stay.

Day 6: Te Anau - Dunedin
High country tussock grass turns to green pastureland as you travel east through Otago farmland. Reaching the coast at Balclutha turn north to Dunedin - the Edinburgh of the South. The afternoon is free for optional city tours, or perhaps to see the albatross and other wildlife on the peninsula. Overnight Dunedin

Day 7: Dunedin - Christchurch
The Southerner train takes you out along the cliffs past Mt Cargill to the Palmerston coast. Travel through whitestone Oamaru and seaside Timaru before the patchwork Canterbury plains, with its broad rivers and wide open spaces brings you to Christchurch at 5.15 pm.

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Alpine Vista - 6 Days/5 Nights

Christchurch - Dunedin - Lake Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown - Wanaka - Mt Cook - Christchurch

Tour Code: TT323B

The best scenic attractions of the South Island in 6 days... Reporting time 7.45 am. Departs from Christchurch Railway Station at 8.15 am EVERY DAY !

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Day 1: Christchurch - Dunedin
Travel today on the Southerner train. Sit back and enjoy the scenery as you cross the checkerboard plains, through seaside Timaru, whitestone Oamaru and along the rocky Palmerston coastline before climbing around Mt Cargill and dropping down into Dunedin - the Edinburgh of the South. Arrive early afternoon - time for optional local tours or sight seeing. Overnight Dunedin.

Day 2: Dunedin - Te Anau
The morning is free for shopping, or optional visits to galleries, museums and local attractions - perhaps a trip to see the albatross and other wildlife on the peninsula. In the afternoon, travel through the rich, rolling farmland of Otago and Southland before entering remote Fiordland. Stay at Lake Te Anau, surrounded by ancient untouched forests and magnificent snowy mountains.

Day 3: Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown
The ice carved valleys of Fiordland National Park are the venue for today's journey. First, the silent beech forests of the Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys, then through the Homer tunnel and the awesome Cleddau Canyon. A boat cruise on Milford Sound taking you out to Mitre Peak, rising nearly a kilometre straight up out of the sea and the tumbling Bowen Falls is included. Leaving Fiordland, head north along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to world famous Queenstown. Two nights stay in Queenstown.

Day 4: At Queenstown
A full day for you to enjoy this fabulous resort - we have included the Skyline Gondola and the Kiwi Magic Movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities as well - thrilling jet boating on the rivers - white water rafting - helicopters through the river chasms - A.J.Hackett's world famous bungy jumping - cruises on the lake on the vintage 'TSS Earnslaw' - high country sheep stations - gold panning - spectacular walking trails - the list is endless... Overnight Queenstown.

Day 5: Queenstown - Wanaka
Leaving Queenstown head north via the rocky Kawarau gorge historic goldmining area to Lake Dunstan and then Lake Wanaka. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy this beautiful alpine region.

Day 6: Wanaka - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Climb the Lindis Pass for a stunning view of the eerie MacKenzie Basin, a dry grassy plain surrounded on all sides by huge mountains and spotted with milky blue lakes. Drive north to Mt Cook National Park to see New Zealand's highest mountain. Time for lunch at the Hermitage Hotel or a flight (both optional) Continue north in the afternoon past picturesque Lake Tekapo with its charming stone church then over Burkes Pass to Fairlie. A short journey through hill country brings you to Geraldine and then the checkerboard Canterbury plains, with broad rivers and wide open spaces. Your coach arrives in Christchurch at 6.15 pm.

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Trains, Fiords & Glaciers - 6 Days/5 Nights

Christchurch - Dunedin - Milford Sound - Queenstown - Glaciers - Christchurch

Tour Code: TT383/TR

Train lovers special - 6 days in the southern wilderness travelling through top tourist sites, including Queenstown, Milford Sound and the West Coast... Reporting time at Christchurch Railway Station, 7.45 am. Departs at 8.15 am EVERY DAY !

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Day 1: Christchurch - Dunedin
Travel today on the Southerner train. Sit back and enjoy the scenery as you cross the checkerboard plains, through seaside Timaru, whitestone Oamaru and along the Palmerston coastline before climbing around Mt Cargill and dropping down into Dunedin - the Edinburgh of the South. Arrive early afternoon with time for shopping or sight seeing. Overnight in Dunedin.

Day 2: Dunedin - Taieri Gorge - Queenstown
The morning is free for optional city tours or to visit the albatross colony and other wildlife on the peninsula. In the afternoon, journey on the spectacular Taieri gorge train before transferring to your coach. Travel up the Clutha river valley through Central Otago, Cromwell, Lake Dunstan and the rocky and rugged Kawarau Gorge historic goldmining area, to beautiful Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown. Stay 3 nights in Queenstown.

Day 3: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
Alongside Lake Wakatipu to Kingston then across country to Fiordland and the beautiful ice carved Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys, with their beech forests. The Homer Tunnel and the awesome Cleddau Canyon prelude a cruise on magnificent Milford Sound, including Mitre peak, rising nearly a kilometre straight up out of the sea and Bowen falls. Return to Queenstown for tonight's stay.

Day 4: At Queenstown
A full day for you to enjoy this fabulous resort and area. We have included the Skyline Gondola and the Kiwi Magic Movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities as well - thrilling jetboating on the rivers - white water rafting - helicopters through the river chasms - A.J. Hackett's world famous bungy jumping - cruises on Lake Wakatipu on the vintage 'TSS Eamslaw' - High Country sheep stations - gold panning - spectacular walking trails - the list is endless... Overnight in Queenstown

Day 5: Queenstown - Glaciers
Leaving Queenstown, go back through the Kawarau Gorge and past Lake Dunstan. Then turn west to Lakes Hawea and Wanaka before climbing the forest lined Makarora valley to Haast Pass. Once over the pass, wind your way through towering snowy mountains and over rushing white water rivers to the coast. Travel north through dense rain forest, home of the graceful white heron (Kotuku) and past wild surf beaches to the Glaciers. Overnight the Glaciers.

Day 6: Glaciers - Christchurch
Continuing north along the West Coast until Greymouth where you transfer to the famous TranzAlpine Express. This magnificent scenic train journey takes you through and over the mountains of the southern alps, the Otira tunnel and Arthur's pass. Finally, the steep and spectacular Waimakariri gorge brings you down to the checkerboard Canterbury plains and Christchurch at 6.35 pm.

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Milford Sound - 6 Days/5 Nights

Christchurch - Mount Cook- Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown

Tour Code: RC4

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Your Day by Day Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch, the 'Garden City', you will be met and transferred to your hotel. We suggest that you take the chance to enjoy an historic tram ride, go shopping or visit the Botanic Gardens.

DAY 2: Christchurch/Mount Cook/Queenstown
Today travel south, across the Canterbury Plains, through the Mackenzie Country via Lake Tekapo where you can view the solitary Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue alongside the Tasman River to Mount Cook National Park. We suggest a scenic flight over some of New Zealand's finest alpine scenery. Continue on to the Lindis Pass, and through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown, 'New Zealand's Adventure Capital'.

DAY 3: Milford Sound Day Excursion (Subject to road and weather conditions)
Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park. View the Mirror Lakes as you continue through the Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel emerge into the Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound Red Boat cruise, for an unforgettable experience, and explore the wonder of this majestic fiord. Journey to the mouth of the Sound and see the seals and dolphins which inhabit this part of the world. Return to Queenstown.

DAY 4: Queenstown
A free day to enjoy the many leisure pursuits on offer. Staff at 'The Station Information Centre' can assist with information and reservations for the huge selection of things to see and do.

DAY 5: Queenstown
Your tour arrangements conclude this morning. We recommend that you return to Christchurch via the West Coast - refer to the 'West Coaster' (RC17).

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Mount Cook - 6 Days/5 Nights

Christchurch - Mount Cook - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown

Tour Code: RC5

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Your Day by Day Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch, the 'Garden City', you will be met and transferred to your hotel. We suggest that you take the chance to enjoy an historic tram ricle, go shopping or visit the Botanic Gardens.

DAY 2: Christchurch/Mount Cook
Travel south today, across the Canterbury Plains and through the Mackenzie Country via Lake Tekapo where you can view the solitary Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue alongside the Tasman River to Mount Cook National Park. The afternoon is free to enjoy some of New Zealand 's finest alpine scenery. We suggest you consider a scenic flight or a walk in the area.

DAY 3: Mount Cook/Queenstown
A free morning to further enjoy the natural beauty of Mount Cook. This afternoon join your coach and travel on to the Lindis Pass, and through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown, 'New Zealand's Adventure Capital'.

DAY 4: Milford Sound Day Excursion (Subject to road and weather conditions)
Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park. View the Mirror Lakes as you continue through the Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel emerge into the Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound Red Boat cruise, for an unforgettable experience, and explore the wonder of this majestic fiord. Journey to the mouth of the Sound and see the seals and dolphins which inhabit this part of the world. Return to Queenstown.

DAY 5: Queenstown
A free day to enjoy the many leisure pursuits on offer. Staff at 'The Station Information Centre' can assist with information and reservations for the huge selection of things to see and do.

DAY 6: Queenstown
Your tour arrangements conclude this morning. Our recommended addition to this tour is the 'West Coaster' (RC17).

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Fiordland - 6 Days/5 Nights

Christchurch - Mount Cook - Queenstown - Doubtful Sound - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown

Tour Code: RC6

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Your Day by Day Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch, the 'Garden City', you will be met and transferred to your hotel. We suggest that you take the chance to enjoy an historic tram ride, a harbour cruise, go shopping or visit the Botanic Gardens.

DAY 2: Christchurch/Mount Cook/Queenstown
Today travel south, across the Canterbury Plains, through the Mackenzie Country via Lake Tekapo where you can view the solitary Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue alongside the Tasman River to Mount Cook National Park. We suggest a scenic flight over some of New Zealand's finest alpine scenery. Continue on to the Lindis Pass, and through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown, 'New Zealand's Adventure Capital'.

DAY 3: Doubtful Sound Experience/Te Anau
Leave Queenstown and enter the Fiordland World Heritage Park. Enjoy a cruise on picturesque Lake Manapouri and visit the fascinating underground power station (weather conditions permitting). Take a short bush walk and enjoy the magnificence of a catamaran cruise on Doubtful Sound. This vessel stops at various places of geographic and historical interest in an area surrounded by wildlife and ancient forest. Return to Te Anau.

DAY 4: Te Anau/Milford Sound/Queenstown (subject to road and weather conditions)
Travel by coach from Te Anau for your cruise on Milford Sound. View the spectacular scenery and many points of interest as you venture the full length of the sound to the Tasman Sea. Return to the wharf at Milford Sound and then return by coach to Queenstown.

DAY 5: Queenstown
A free day to enjoy the many leisure pursuits on offer. Staff at 'The Station Information Centre' can assist with information and reservations for the huge selection of things to do and see.

DAY 6: Queenstown
Your tour arrangements conclude this morning. Our recommended addition to this tour is the 'West Coaster' (RC17).

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West Coaster - 2 Days/1 Nights

Queenstown - Franz Josef - Christchurch

Tour Code: RC17

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Your Day by Day Itinerary

DAY 1: Queenstown/Franz Josef
The coach takes you out from the city of Christchurch and across the patchwork Canterbury plains to the Southern Alps. A spectacular climb up the Waimakariri River Gorge brings you to Arthur's Pass. Continuing on the route, journey through the magnificent valleys, rivers, forests and mountains before reaching the West Coast, then head south past surf beaches, wild rivers and dense forests to the glaciers region for a 1 night stay at Franz Josef.

DAY 2: Franz Josef/Christchurch
Today travel to Greymouth and board the scenic TranzAlpine train for a journey famous for its spectacular mountain scenery as it traverses the Southern Alps which divide the East and West coasts of the South Island. Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch arriving at approximately 6.40 pm.

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Glaciers - 7 Days/6 Nights

Christchurch - Mount Cook - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Franz Josef - Christchurch

Tour Code: LK1 or LK1W

What's included?

What's not?

Your Day by Day Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch, the 'Garden City', you will be met and transferred to your hotel. We suggest that you take the chance to enjoy an historic tram ride, a harbour cruise, go shopping or visit the Botanic Gardens. DAY

2: Christchurch/Mount Cook/Queenstown
Today travel south, across the Canterbury Plains, through the Mackenzie Country via Lake Tekapo where you can view the solitary Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue alongside the Tasman River to Mount Cook National Park. Consider a scenic flight over some of New Zealand's finest alpine scenery. Continue on to the Lindis Pass, and through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown, 'New Zealand's Adventure Capital'.

DAY 3: Milford Sound Day Excursion (Subject to road and weather conditions)
Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park. View the Mirror Lakes as you continue through the Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel emerge into the Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound Red Boat cruise,for an unforgettable experience, and explore the wonder of this majestic fiord. Journey to the mouth of the Sound and see the seals and dolphins which inhabit this part of the world. Return to Queenstown.

DAY 4: Queenstown
A free day to enjoy the many leisure pursuits on offer. Staff at 'The Station Information Centre' can assist with information and reservations for the huge selection of things to see and do.

DAY 5: Queenstown/Franz Josef
Travel north today via Lakes Wanaka and Hawea. Enjoy the rugged West Coast scenery through the Haast Pass and continue on to Franz Josef

DAY 6: Franz Josef Village
Today is at leisure and we suggest a helicopter landing or a guided walk onto the glacier (own expense).

DAY 7: Franz Josef/Christchurch
Today travel to Greymouth and board the scenic TranzAlpine for a journey famous for its spectacular mountain scenery as it traverses the Southern Alps which divide the East and West coasts ofthe South Island. Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch arriving at approximately 6.40 pm.

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DAY 5: Queenstown/Wanaka
Today is a short journey from Queenstown to Wanaka travelling through the Kawarau Gorge and Cromwell. Upon arrival at Wanaka there is much to see and do. Lose yourself in the Maze or perhaps take a launch trip on the lake, but a must is the Wanaka War Birds Museum at the Wanaka Airport.

DAY 6: Wanaka/Franz Josef
Travel north today past Lake Hawea. Enjoy the rugged West Coast scenery through the Haast Pass and continue on to Franz Josef, arriving approximately 3.50pm. We suggest a scenic helicopter flight or guided tour (own expense) to view the glacier more closely and enjoy the stunning scenery this region has to offer.

DAY 7. Franz Josef/Christchurch
Resume the LK1 tour today, travelling to Greymouth to board the scenic TranzAlpine, arriving in Christchurch at approximately 6.40pm.

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Coastal Splendour - 8 Days/7 Nights

Christchurch - Dunedin - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown - Franz Josef - Christchurch

Tour Code: LK4

What's included?

What's not?

Your Day by Day Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch, the 'Garden City', you will be met and transferred to your hotel.We recommend the Arts Centre, a walk in the Botanic Gardens, a visit to the museum or Art Gallery.

DAY 2: Christchurch/Dunedin
Today board the Southerner train to Dunedin. The Southerner takes you through the Canterbury Plains and on to Dunedin, which boasts some of the most beautiful architecture in New Zealand.

DAY 3: Dunedin
This morning, board the double decker bus for a 1 1/2 hour tour of Dunedin's historic sights. This afternoon you will be taken on a tour of the Otago Peninsula including the renowned Royal Albatross Colony (seasonal).

DAY 4: Dunedin/Queenstown
Board the Taieri Gorge Train and enjoy the rugged, unspoiled landscape and the opportunity for sightseeing stops on the way. Experience the breath-taking views of this historic journey to Pukerangi where you will board your coach to continue your journey to Queenstown, adventure capital of New Zealand.

DAY 5: Milford Sound Day Excursion (Subject to road and weather conditions)
Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park. View the Mirror Lakes as you continue through the Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel emerge into the Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound Red Boat cruise, for an unforgettable experience, and explore the wonder of this majestic fiord. Journey to the mouth of the Sound and see the seals and dolphins which inhabit this part of the world. Return to Queenstown.

DAY 6: Queenstown
A free day to enjoy the many leisure pursuits on offer. Staff at 'The Station Information Centre' can assist with information and reservations for the huge selection of things to see and do.

DAY 7: Queenstown/Franz Josef
Travel north today via Lakes Wanaka and Hawea. Enjoy the rugged West Coast scenery through the Haast Pass and continue on to Franz Josef. We suggest a scenic Glacier flight (own expense) to enjoy the stunning scenery this region has to offer.

DAY 8: Franz Josef/Christchurch
Today travel to Greymouth and board the scenic TranzAlpine for a journey famous for its spectacular mountain scenery. Traverse the Southern Alps which divide the East and West coasts of the South Island. Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch arriving at approx. 6.40 pm.

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