15 day Coastal Explorer
This 15 day tour starts in Queenstown and finishes in Christchurch.
Starting in Queenstown, the adventure capital, spend some time relaxing or enjoying the many wonderful activities here. A full day trip to Doubtful Sound including a Wilderness Cruise is included. Head north to the wild West Coast and the unique glacier region before crossing the Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean and its abundance of wildlife at Kaikoura. A day to sample the fine produce of Marlborough before heading into Abel Tasman National Park, famous for its golden sand beaches, great walking tracks and kayaking. Complete the coastal loop by exploring the history rich north west coastline from Westport to Greymouth before taking the Tranz Alpine train across the Alps and into Christchurch.
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.
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Itinerary summary for: 15 day Coastal Explorer
Day 1: Welcome to Queenstown
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Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 2: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
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Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 3: Board your luxury coach, then sit back and relax as you're driven through beautiful Fiordland
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Scenic Suites Queenstown
Day 4: Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
Accommodation:
Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 5: Explore Franz Josef and the Glacier Country
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Punga Grove Motel & Suites
Day 6: Head north along the rugged West Coast to Punakaiki and the Pancake Rocks
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Havenz Punakaiki (Self check in required)
Day 7: Journey inland to the Southern Alps and Arthurs Pass. Time to enjoy one of the many walks this afternoon
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Arthurs Pass Alpine Motel
Day 8: Continue east to the Pacific Ocean and the marine wildlife mecca of Kaikoura
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The White Morph, Kaikoura
Day 9: Drive via the coastal road before reaching the vineyards of Blenheim
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Bella Vista Blenheim
Day 10: Follow the Queen Charlotte Sound through to Havelock and continue west to Abel Tasman National Park
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Ocean View Chalets
Day 11: Explore the idyllic bays and beaches of Abel Tasman National Park
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Ocean View Chalets
Day 12: Skirt the edge of parks and forests to reach the Tasman Sea and West Coast
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Buller Bridge Motel
Day 13: Its a short drive south today, so take time to enjoy the many lookout spots on the way
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Bella Vista Greymouth
Day 14: Board the TranzAlpine for your scenic train journey back to Christchurch
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Quest Cathedral Junction
Day 15: Depart Christchurch today