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South Island Scenic
(Tour Code : T17)
Wellington - Picton - Christchurch - Glaciers - Franz Josef Glaciers - Queenstown -
Milford Sound - Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Seven Day Tour.
Details
Interislander ferry cruise - TranzCoastal train journey - TranzAlpine train journey - Milford Sound cruise - Mt Cook National Park - Skyline Gondola & Kiwi Magic Movie
DEPARTS: 9.30am Daily
Reporting time at the Ferry Terminal 9.00 am. Ship sails at 9.30 am.
DAY 1: Wellington - Picton - Christchurch
Catch the ferry across Cook Strait and through the tranquil Marlborough Sounds to
Picton in the South Island. Boarding the Tranz Coastal train you pass through Picton
and Blenheim, then edge down the narrow coastal strip where the surf pounds the
rugged Kaikora ranges. Cross into dry North Canterbury sheep country to
Christchurch, where you will overnight. As you will arrive in the evening,
you might like to add an additional day in Christchurch, the South Island's largest
city.
DAY 2: Christchurch - Glaciers
Board the renowned Tranz Alpine train and cross the Canterbury Plains to the mountains.
Arthurs Pass and the lengthy Otira Tunnel lead you to the West Coast. Join
your coach in Greymouth and travel via the jade carvers of Hokitika to the Glacier region.
Stay two nights at the Fox or Franz Josef Glacier..
DAY 3: At Fox or Franz Josef Glaciers
A whole day is available for optional excursions onto the glacier by foot or by
helicopter, for bush walks or local sightseeing ..
DAY 4: 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 5: 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 Fiordland 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 6: At Queenstown
Today is completely at your leisure in this alpine play ground - 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 7: Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Travel through the rocky Kawarau Gorge and past Cromwell to climb up and 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 adn Geraldine before returning to Christchurch once more. Tour ends on
your arrival at 6.15 pm.
Tour Costs
| Cost Per Person | Share Twin | Single | Triple | Breakfast option | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | $1,659.00 | $2,219.00 | $1,609.00 | $162.00 | |||
| Silver | $1,909.00 | $2,719.00 | $1,819.00 | $192.00 | |||
| Gold | $2,069.00 | $2,949.00 | $1,949.00 | $216.00 |
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 | $70.00 | ||
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 |
$135.00 $270.00 $129.00 |
$149.00 $298.00 $139.00 |
$159.00 $318.00 $149.00 |
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WELLINGTON |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$129.00 $258.00 $119.00 |
$139.00 $278.00 $129.00 |
$169.00 $338.00 $159.00 |
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CHRISTCHURCH |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$105.00 $210.00 $99.00 |
$129.00 $258.00 $119.00 |
$164.00 $270.00 $129.00 |
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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.
Extensions:
Return to Wellington by air or spend another night
in Chistchurch and return by train and ferry to Wellington - Please ask us.
