South Island Coach Tours
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3 day Tranz Alpine and West Coast Glaciers to Queenstown (Motels)
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3 days
Start: Christchurch
Finish: Queenstown
From Christchurch you’ll cross the Southern Alps on board the world famous Tranz Alpine Scenic Train. On reaching the ruggedly beautiful West Coast you’ll follow the coastline south to Franz Josef where you’ll spend the next 2 nights. From your base in Franz Josef you’ll have time to explore the pristine wilderness of Westland Tai Poutini National Park and the fabulous glaciers. Leaving the glacier region you’ll continue south through the stunning Haast Pass to the Southern Lakes region and the ‘Adventure Capital’ of Queenstown.
6 day Southern Express (Motels)
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6 days
Start: Christchurch
Finish: Christchurch
Experience Dunedin, Queenstown, Milford Sound and the Glaciers on this 6 day itinerary. Includes the Taieri Gorge Train trip, a Milford Sound day tour including a 2 1/2 hour nature cruise and the famous Tranz Alpine train.
5 day Southern Scenes (Hotel 4 star)
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5 days
Start: Queenstown
Finish: Queenstown
A 5 day introduction to the South Island including Mt Cook National Park, Queenstown, Milford Sound and the West Coast Glaciers. A highlight is the renowned TranzAlpine scenic train journey.
7 day Alpine Express (Motels)
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7 days
Start: Christchurch
Finish: Christchurch
The 7 Day Alpine Express explores all the natural beauty of the West Coast Glaciers, the Southern Lakes region, Fiordland and Mt Cook National Park. You’ll also enjoy 3 nights in the alpine ‘Adventure Capital’ of Queenstown.
10 day Southern National Parks (Hotel 4 star)
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10 days
Start: Christchurch
Finish: Christchurch
This 10 day tour follows the classic route around the South Island but with an extended stay in Mt Cook National Park. You will travel to Queenstown, Fiordland, Milford Sound and the West Coast Glaciers, as well as taking a ride on the TranzAlpine scenic train.
6 day South Island Encounter (Hotel 4 star)
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6 days
Start: Queenstown
Finish: Queenstown
A 6 day introduction to the South Island including Mt Cook National Park, Christchurch, Milford Sound and the West Coast Glaciers. Highlights are the renowned Tranz Alpine Scenic Train journey and the Ko Tane Maori Experience.
Glacierland (Hotel 3 star)
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7 days
Start: Christchurch
Finish: Christchurch
Begin your journey traversing the island by rail and continue on to see for yourself the contrasting scenery of the East and West Coasts.
4 day Southern Circuit (Hotel 4 star)
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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 is the renowned TranzAlpine scenic train journey.
8 day Southern Discovery (Motels)
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8 days
Start: Christchurch
Finish: Christchurch
Arrive into Christchurch then cross the Southern Alps on board the Tranz Alpine train. Explore the West Coast Glaciers before heading south to Queenstown. Venture into Milford Sound for a wonderful full day experience and cruise. The World Heritage area of Mt Cook National Park is also a highlight.
7 day Southern Alps to the Southern Lakes (Motels)
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7 days
Start: Christchurch
Finish: Queenstown
This 7 day tour is great for people who wish to experience as much as they can as they journey from Christchurch to Queenstown. Begin with the renowned TranzAlpine scenic train, then there is time to explore the west coast glacier regions, the alpine-adventure town of Queenstown and the breath taking Milford Sound.