The name says it all, an absolutely magical experience including the very best of the South Island.

Day 1: Christchurch - Kaikoura
The TranzCoastal train travels along the spectacular coastline between the Kaikoura Ranges and the Pacific. Stay 1 night in Kaikoura.

Day 2: Kaikoura - Blenheim - Nelson
Rejoin the TranzCoastal train and turn inland to Blenheim. Continue by coach to Nelson. 2 nights in Nelson.

Day 3: Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park - Nelson
A full day excursion. Board your launch at Kaiteriteri Beach and choose to remain onboard for the duration of the cruise or disembark to walk part of the track.

Day 4: Nelson - Greymouth
Travel down the coast to Greymouth via the famous Punakaiki Pancake Rocks. Stay 1 night in Greymouth.

Day 5: Greymouth - Glaciers
Join a unique guided west coast sightseeing tour to the glaciers. Stay 1 night in Fox or Franz Josef Glacier.

Day 6: Glaciers - Queenstown
Continue south to Queenstown passing stunning scenery. Stay 3 nights in Queenstown.

Day 7: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
A full day tour including a cruise on the Sound.  Return to Queenstown by evening.

Day 8: At Queenstown
Today is free for you to enjoy this fabulous alpine resort. 

Day 9: Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Leave Queenstown returning to Christchurch via Mt Cook. Tour ends on arrival early evening.