Tour Inclusions
- Arrowtown - historic gold mining town
- Christchurch
- Canterbury Plains
- Franz Josef Glacier - overnight stay
- Haast Pass
- Invercargill
- Lake Tekapo - Church of the Good Shepherd
- Lakes Wanaka, Hawea, Wakatipu
- Mt Cook - NZ/s tallest mountain
- Milford Sound - Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls
- Milford Mariner Overnight Cruise
- Queenstown - Free day in New Zealand's adventure capital
- Stewart Island - cruise to the island
- Te Anau
- TranzAlpine Train
- Ulva Island and spend time with native wildlife
- Option to enjoy a Skyline Gondola ride and buffet dinner
Meals
- 7 Full Buffet Breakfasts (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 4 Dinners (D)
- Welcome Drink
SMALL GROUP Escorted Coach Tour Standard Inclusions
- Small Group size on average with 12, but never more than 20 guests
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows
- Experienced, professional Tour Director, and luxury coach Driver
- Twin share accommodation with private facilities in quality hotels including Hotel Porterage
- Admissions Outlined in the Itinerary
- Airport transfers to/from hotel
- Travel wallet and map
| 1 (D) |
Christchurch – Franz Josef We board the world-famous TranzAlpine for our journey through the Southern Alps then visit Hokitika for a Jade jewellery demonstration. We travel through the gold-mining town of Ross before arriving at Franz Josef. This afternoon we enjoy informative commentary from our local expert glacier guide as he walks us to our viewing area at mighty Franz Josef Glacier. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with your fellow passengers. |
 ACCOMMODATION: Franz Josef Glacier Country Retreat |
| 2 (B) |
Franz Josef – Queenstown There is time for an optional scenic flight over the glacier (weather permitting) or to take a dip in the local hot pools. Later we travel over the Haast Pass and along the shores of Lakes Wanaka and Hawea. Stop to explore the gold-mining town of Arrowtown followed by an orientation tour of Queenstown before arriving at our exclusive accommodation. |
 ACCOMMODATION: Millbrook Resort (2 nights) |
| 3 (B) (D) |
Queenstown ‘Free Time’ Perhaps try a jet boat ride, white water rafting or a round of golf at Millbrook’s world-renowned golf course. Tonight we ride the Skyline Gondola to Bob’s Peak for dinner with stunning views overlooking Queenstown. |
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| 4 (B) (D) |
Queenstown – Milford Sound We travel south along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau. Later we travel into the Fiordland National Park. We take time to explore the Mirror Lakes, Pop’s Lookout and The Chasm before arriving into Milford Sound for our overnight cruise. |
ACCOMMODATION: Milford Mariner |
| 5 (B) (D) |
Milford Sound - Stewart Island Enjoy the many early morning activities on board. Perhaps take a walk on the foreshore or try kayaking on the Sound. Continue further south to Invercargill. This afternoon we board our ferry at Bluff to cruise to Stewart Island. Tonight is free to dine at one of the cafés or the local hotel. |
ACCOMMODATION: Bay Motel (2 nights) |
| 6 (B) (L) |
Stewart Island Enjoy a Village and Bays tour before a cruise with lunch on Paterson Inlet. Stop at Ulva Island and spend time with native wildlife. It is predator-free and is a must for viewing native birds and flora. Tonight you may want to try to spot kiwis in the native bush near our accommodation. |
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| 7 (B) (D) |
Stewart Island – Lake Ohau We board our ferry and return to the mainland. Later we stop to try local stone fruit at Cromwell. Enjoy views of Lake Dunstan, New Zealand’s largest man-made lake as we travel over the Lindis Pass. We arrive at our wilderness retreat, with its views of Lake Ohau and Mt. Cook. |
ACCOMMODATION: Lake Ohau Lodge |
| 8 (B) |
Twizel – Christchurch Soak up the scenery of Mt. Cook National Park with an optional scenic flight on your way back to Christchurch. Your tour ends on arrival. |
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Prices are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD).
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- Airfares are not included in the prices, unless where stated.
- You receive a smart travel wallet, luggage labels and a useful booklet containing valuable holiday information. Plus, while on tour, you will receive a map of New Zealand as a memento of your special escorted coach holiday.
- Twin-share accommodation is the basis of the price.
- TRAVELLING ALONE? If you are willing to share a room with a person of the same gender then you can save paying a single room supplement. We will ensure you share a room with a person of the same gender, if you tell us at booking time. If we fail to match you, we'll provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note: No smoking policy in all shared rooms.
- A single supplement must be added for travellers wanting a room alone.
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