This tour offers unbeatable value and provides an excellent coverage the spectacular South Island. Ideal for the time conscious traveller.
Fly from your homeport to Christchurch where you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Hotel Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport. Dinner not included for flight arrivals after 8pm. (D)
This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel through spectacular gorges to Arthur’s Pass located in the centre of the Southern Alps. Board your coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone before continuing to Franz Josef where time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers. Hotel Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (BD)
See the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you continue via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty before arriving into picturesque Queenstown, a year round resort. This evening is free and you may choose to dine out at one of the many fine restaurants. Hotel Mercure Queenstown Resort (Lakeview Rooms. 2 nights). (B)
Today is a free day. There are plenty of sightseeing options and your Coach Captain is available to assist. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Enjoy the best of New Zealand’s high country cuisine in the Colonel’s Homestead. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano on your return cruise. (B SD)
Enjoy a leisurely start before travelling to Arrowtown to visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue to Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland. This evening you may like to visit the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves (optional). Hotel Distinction Luxmore Hotel (Deluxe Rooms. 2 nights) (BD)
Depart Te Anau for a fascinating drive to Milford Sound where you board your launch for a cruise on this magnificent fiord. See the spectacular Bowen Falls and towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic lunch onboard. This afternoon return to Te Anau where some free time is available. (BLD)
Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin for an informative city tour followed by some free time at leisure. Tonight a Scottish evening will be presented comprising of bagpipes, great food, special Haggis Ceremony and gift. Hotel Mercure Leisure Lodge. (B SD)
Travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle for a guided tour. Visit Glenfalloch Woodland Gardens and view the superb collection of flowers followed by a delightful morning tea. Travel to Oamaru famous for its limestone and enjoy an informative update on this unique precinct. Travel to Twizel for your overnight stay. Hotel MacKenzie Country Inn (BD)
This morning marvel at Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. The opportunity is available to enjoy a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the Southern Alps. Continue to Lake Tekapo and view the brilliant turquoise water, visit the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue before arriving into Christchurch. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your new friends. Hotel Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport. (B SD)
Time to say goodbye. You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday. (B)
| From | Twinshare | Air Taxes | Total | Departs 2013/2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | $2999 | $135 | $3134 | Sep 24 |
| Melbourne | $2999 | $135 | $3134 | Oct 9, 14, 27 |
| Brisbane | $2999 | $135 | $3134 | Nov 5, 14, 23 |
| Gold Coast | $2999 | $135 | $3134 | Dec 2 |
| Canberra | $3199 | $140 | $3339 | Jan 28 |
| Cairns | $3269 | $145 | $3414 | Feb 15, 18, 25 |
| Adelaide | $3299 | $130 | $3429 | Mar 5, 13, 17, 23, 26 |
| Hobart | $3299 | $120 | $3419 | Apr 13, 28 |
| Launceston | $3299 | $120 | $3419 | May 11 |
| Perth | $3569 | $130 | $3699 |
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