South Island Classic
Tags:
Sightseeing; Queenstown; Milford Sound; South Island; Garden City; Lakes Hawea; Red Boat Cruise; Fiordland National Park;
The Classic Tour series hits all of the essential tour sites if you have a limited amount of time. In the South Island classic you are able to experience the beautiful Garden City (Christchurch), go on a whale watching tour, take a ride on the Tranz Alpine trains though the ...
Read Full Description- Destination:
- Christchurch, New Zealand; Dunedin, New Zealand; Franz Josef, New Zealand; Kaikoura, New Zealand; Milford Sound, New Zealand; Queenstown, New Zealand
- Trip Length:
- 14 days
- Price Range:
- From $0 to $2000 per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- Any time.
- Recommended for:
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Infants (under 2)
Children (2 - 5)
Children (6 - 8)
Children (9 - 11)
Children (12 - 14)
Children (15 - 17)
Adults (18 - 20)
Adults (25 - 29)
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Trip Around the World
Detailed Trip Description
The Classic Tour series hits all of the essential tour sites if you have a limited amount of time. In the South Island classic you are able to experience the beautiful Garden City (Christchurch), go on a whale watching tour, take a ride on the Tranz Alpine trains though the beautiful picturesque mountains, visit the Adventure capital (Queenstown), the incredible fiords of Milford Sound and more!
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - On the Plane
Commercial Flight
Today you leave for New Zealand. The adventure begins!
Day 2 - On the Plane
In Flight.
Commercial Flight
You lose this day due to the International Dateline; however you will get it back at the end of your trip.
Day 3 - Christchurch
Welcome to Christchurch.
You arrive in Christchurch, the Garden City. You will be transferred to your hotel.
Relaxation
Where you will have a chance to rest or get refreshed for the day.
Sightseeing
Afterwards you have some free time to walk around the botanical gardens.
Day 4 - Kaikoura
Christchurch - Kaikora.
Sightseeing
Board the Great Sights tour for the full day Whale Watching Tour. Leaving Christchurch, your coach will cross the North Canterbury Plains and continue through the Hundalees. Whale watching is at its best as you cruise in special purpose built sea craft to view the majestic whale. The sea also abounds with other sea life; seals, Dusky dolphin and the rare Hector dolphins can sometimes be seen. You will then return back to Christchurch.
Day 5 - Franz Josef
Christchurch - Trans Alpine - Franz Joseph.
Train
Board the scenic Trans Alpine Train for a journey famous for its spectacular mountain scenery. From Greymouth, travel on to Franz Joseph.
Day 6 - Franz Josef
Sightseeing
Today you can explore the glacier at your leisure.
Hiking
Scenic Flight (helicopter or ski plane), Guided Hike up the Glacier
Day 7 - Queenstown
Franz Joseph - Queenstown.
Sightseeing
Travel south through the stunning West Coast Scenery through the Haast Pass. Journey past Lakes Hawea and Wanaka, then continue to Queenstown.
Day 8 - Queenstown
Adventure
Today you can take the action packed shotover jet. Here you experience the jet boat at the extreme. Queenstown is the unofficial adventure city in the world. There are many options for adventure activities to get the adrenaline pumping.
Rafting
Rafting, Bungee Jump, Helicopter Ride, Sky Dive.
Day 9 - Queenstown
Sightseeing
You will have a 4WD tour. This tour gives you the opportunity to see the incredible natural backdrops from movies filmed in the area. This evening you will travel by Gondola up the side of the mountain.
Food and Dining
Here you will enjoy a buffet dinner whilst overlooking the lights of the city.
Performing Arts
Next you will enjoy a Maori experience and show. After the show you will have an opportunity to take a photo with a male & female Maori performer. You will take a Gondola back down.
Day 10 - Milford Sound
Queenstown - Milford Sound.
National Parks
Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park.
River or Barge Cruise
Upon arrival in Milford, join your Milford Sound Red Boat Cruise for an unforgettable experience. Return to Queenstown.
Day 11 - Dunedin
Queenstown - Dunedin.
Sightseeing
You will travel to Pukerangi where you will transfer to the Taieri Gorge train. View Otago's unspoilt landscape as your journey takes you into rugged terrain with sightseeing stops along the way. You will then arrive in Dunedin.
Day 12 - Dunedin
Sightseeing
This morning is at leisure. If you would like you could visit the Jacobean Olveston House, or take a guided tour of Larnach Castle. The downtown area has some great shops so this would be a good time to get in some shopping. This afternoon you will be taken on a tour of the Otago Peninsula including the renowned Royal Albatross Colony (seasonal).
Day 13 - Christchurch
Dunedin - Christchurch.
Sightseeing
This morning you will have some leisure time. You will then be transferred to Christchurch.
You can be transferred by coach or flight.
Sightseeing
The rest of the day is at leisure. You can enjoy the charming feel of the Garden City.
Day 14 - Christchurch
Return USA.
You will be transferred to the airport where you will fly home with a lifetime of wonderful memories.
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