Taste of the South Island
This 8 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.
This 8-day scenic tour is one of our most popular routes. It will let you taste the beauty and diversity of the South Island. Visit its two largest cities, Christchurch and Dunedin, Lake Tekapo, and stunning Mt. Cook National Park. Then experience Queenstown's excitement and the mighty Milford Sound 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 'taste of the south'.
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:
Itinerary summary for: Taste of the South Island
Day 1: Arrive to Christchurch City also known as the 'Garden City'
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 2: Enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury to Mount Cook National Park
Accommodation:
Aoraki Court Motel
Day 3: Head across the Waitaki Valley to the east coast and historic city of Dunedin
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Dunedin
Day 4: Explore wonderful Otago Peninsula or head straigh to adventure capital of Queenstown
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 5: Experience the mighty Milford Sound and enjoy a scenic flight from Fiordland
Accommodation:
Blue Peaks Lodge
Day 6: Travel to beautiful Wanaka and then to the Glacier Country on the West Coast
Accommodation:
Bella Vista Franz Josef
Day 7: Head north take the scenic TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Quest on Cambridge
Day 8: Farewell Christchurch