| Day 1 - Arrive Christchurch (10 km) |
On arrival at Christchurch Airport you are met and transferred to your hotel
| Day 2 - Christchurch / Greymouth (250km) |
This morning transfer to the train station. All aboard the Tranz Alpine Express train through the rugged Southern Alps to Greymouth, a journey revealing the most breathtaking views. (Includes self-drive passengers) Visit the historic Shantytown and try panning for gold. (On arrival in Greymouth, self-drive passengers collect your rental for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package)
| Day 3 - Greymouth / West Coast Glaciers (205km) |
A full day to continue southwards following the coast to reach Westland National Park and enjoy the magnificent glaciers. This afternoon enjoy a guided walk to the Glacier terminal. You may also like to take a scenic flight (optional) for a bird's eye view of this spectacular terrain.
| Day 4 - West Coast Glaciers / Queenstown (420km) |
A memorable trip through some of the most beautiful scenery in New Zealand. Travel over the Haast Pass and through the silver beech forests of Mt Aspiring National Park, past Lake Wanaka and along the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown.
| Day 5 - Day at leisure / Queenstown |
A full day free to explore the many exciting optional excursions available in Queenstown. Take a scenic flight, gondola ride or perhaps cruise the lake on the vintage Earnslaw Steamer. Try a thrilling jet boat ride or the Dart River excursion, white water rafting or the world famous bungee jump. (For self-drive passengers we suggest a visit to nearby historical Arrowtown)
| Day 6 - Queenstown / Milford Sound / Te Anau (420km) |
An early start as you follow Lake Wakatipu via Kingston arriving in Te Anau for a morning tea break. Follow the shores of Lake Te Anau before entering the Eglington Valley. Pass the mirror lakes and travel through the avenue of the disappearing
mountain. Our spectacular drive continues through the mountains, valley and forests of the Fiordland National Park, with a dramatic descent into Milford Sound. A fascinating launch cruise to Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak is included. Later today return by coach to Te Anau.
| Day 7 - Te Anau / Invercargill (160km) |
This morning depart for Invercargill, the southernmost city of New Zealand. This afternoon enjoy a guided tour of the highlights of Invercargill.
| Day 8 - Invercargill / Dunedin (220km) |
Continue on the Southern Scenic route through the spectacular area of the Catlins and on to reach the charming city of Dunedin. Edinburgh was first settled by the Scottish and renowned as the "Edinburgh of the South".
| Day 9 - Dunedin / Christchurch (365km) |
This morning is free for optional tours; perhaps visit Larnach Castle or Olveston House. Head north to Moeraki. Continue across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch via Oamaru and Timaru.
| Day 10 - Depart Christchurch (30 km) |
A transfer to the airport is included for your departure flight (Self-drive passengers return their rental car directly at the airport)
