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Experience New Zealand's South Island

Experience the magic of New Zealand's south: awe inspiring and diverse scenery; plus world-renowned attractions and opportunities for adventure.

An independent coach tour of New Zealand's South Island will take you to beautiful lakes, rugged glaciers, world class dining and vineyards, and beyond. You will not be disappointed.

Our South island Coach Tours have plenty to do and see: jet boating, heli-hiking, whale watching, unique native animal and planet life, scenic vistas and so much more!

 

What's Included?

  • A pre-booked itinerary including all elements of your holiday.
  • Coach transport with daily departures & hotel pickups.
  • Additional transport via ferry or train where your chosen itinerary requires it.
  • Quality accommodation to suit any budget.
  • Carefully selected day tours, activities and attractions.
  • Detailed itinerary documentation showing all details of your tour with easy to follow instructions.
  • 24/7 support in New Zealand

 

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5 day Southern Alps to the Southern Lakes (Motels)

5 day Southern Alps to the Southern Lakes - view full itinerary
From per person 5 days
Start: Christchurch Finish: Queenstown
This 5 day tour is great for people who wish to experience as much as they can as they journey from Christchurch to Queenstown. Along the way you will explore Mt Cook National Park, before continuing on to Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world, for a few days of relaxation or exhileration - you decide!
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7 day South Island Alpine Experience (Motels)

7 day South Island Alpine Experience - view full itinerary
From per person 7 days
Start: Christchurch Finish: Queenstown
Arriving into Christchurch explore the city by double decker. Then take the Tranz Alpine train crossing the Southern Alps to the West Coast Glaciers before heading south and onto the alpine township if Wanaka. Explore the regions wines en-route to Queenstown. The tour includes a trip to Milford Sound.
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3 day West Coast Glaciers and Tranz Alpine to Christchurch (Motels)

3 day West Coast Glaciers and Tranz Alpine to Christchurch - view full itinerary
From per person 3 days
Start: Queenstown Finish: Christchurch
From Queenstown you’ll travel the Kawarau Gorge and spectacular Haast Pass to the pristine wilderness of the West Coast.  With 2 nights in Franz Josef you have time for a glacier adventure of your choosing.  From there continue north on the rugged West Coast road to Greymouth where you’ll catch the world renowned Tranz Alpine Scenic Train to Christchurch. 
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Glaciers overnight (Hotel 4 star)

Glaciers overnight - view full itinerary
From per person 2 days
Start: Queenstown Finish: Christchurch
Highlights include: Queenstown • the Gibbston Valley • Lakes Wanaka and Hawea •  Visit Franz Josef Glacier • the wild West Coast • The world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train
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2 day Tranz Alpine and West Coast Glaciers to Queenstown (Motels)

2 day Tranz Alpine and West Coast Glaciers to Queenstown - view full itinerary
From per person 2 days
Start: Christchurch Finish: Queenstown
Highlights include: The world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train • The wild West Coast • Visit Franz Josef Glacier •  Lakes Wanaka and Hawea • the Gibbston Valley • Queenstown
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Alpine Explorer (Motels)

Alpine Explorer - view full itinerary
From per person 5 days
Start: Christchurch Finish: Christchurch
A 5 day introduction to the South Island including Mt Cook National Park, Queenstown. Fiordland, Milford Sound and the West Coast Glaciers and the Tranz Alpine Scenic Train journey. An ideal tour to customise to your own schedule.
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Trains, Fiords and Glaciers (Motels)

Trains, Fiords and Glaciers - view full itinerary
From per person 6 days
Start: Christchurch Finish: Christchurch
Spoil yourself with a trip to beautiful fiords, stunning glaciers and the best scenic rail routes of New Zealand's South Island.
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3 Day Queenstown to Christchurch including West Coast Glaciers and the TranzAlpine Train (Hotel 3 star)

3 Day Queenstown to Christchurch including West Coast Glaciers and the TranzAlpine Train - view full itinerary
From per person 3 days
Start: Queenstown Finish: Christchurch
From the mountains to the sea, you won’t want to miss any of it. Active adventure, relaxation or family fun all against the backdrop of spectacular scenery.
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4 day Southern Circuit (Motels)

4 day Southern Circuit - view full itinerary
From per person 4 days
Start: Queenstown Finish: Queenstown
A 4 day introduction to the South Island including Mt Cook National Park, Queenstown and the West Coast Glaciers. A highlight will be your journey on board the famous TranzAlpine scenic train across the South Island.
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6 day Mt. Cook, Queenstown Milford Sound and Dunedin (Motels)

6 day Mt. Cook, Queenstown Milford Sound and Dunedin - view full itinerary
From per person 6 days
Start: Christchurch Finish: Christchurch
Travel Christchurch to Mt Cook to Queenstown, then visit Milford Sound before taking the Taieri Gorge Train to Dunedin, finish your tour in Christchurch
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