Day
1: ARRIVE CHRISTCHURCH
On arrival in Christchurch, the ‘Garden City’, you will be met
and transferred to your hotel, or if taking the Self-Drive option,
you can pick your car up from the airport depot. We recommend
the Arts Centre, a walk in the Botanic Gardens, a visit to the
museum or Art Gallery.
Day
2: CHRISTCHURCH/DUNEDIN
(Optional meal plans begin today)
Today travel south to Dunedin. Pass through the Canterbury Plains
and onto Dunedin, which boasts some of the most beautiful architecture
in New Zealand.
Day
3: DUNEDIN
This morning board the double decker bus for a 1½ hour
tour of Dunedin’s historic sights. This afternoon you will be
taken on a tour of the Otago Peninsula including the renowned
Royal Albatross Colony (seasonal)
Day
4: DUNEDIN/QUEENSTOWN
Travel from Dunedin to Queenstown, the adventure capital of New
Zealand.
Day
5: MILFORD SOUND DAY EXCURSION
(Subject to road and weather conditions)
Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to
the Fiordland National Park. View the Mirror lakes as you continue
through the Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel emerge into
the Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound Red Boat cruise, for
an unforgettable experience, and explore the wonder of this majestic
fiord. Journey to the mouth of the sound and see the seals and
dolphins, which inhabit this part of the world. Return to Queenstown.
Day
6: QUEENSTOWN
A free day to enjoy the many leisure pursuits on offer. Staff
at “The Station” can assist with information and reservations
for the huge selection of things to see and do.
Day
7: QUEENSTOWN/FRANZ JOSEF
Travel north today via Lakes Wanaka and Hawea. Enjoy the rugged
West Coast scenery through the Haast Pass and continue on to Franz
Josef. We suggest a scenic helicopter flight or guided tour (own
expense) to view the glacier more closely and enjoy the stunning
scenery this region has to offer.
Day 8: FRANZ JOSEF/CHRISTCHURCH
Today travel to Christchurch where your tour concludes.
