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itinerary

Day 1. Arrive Christchurch (D)

On arrival into Christchurch, you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. This evening enjoy a complimentary pre-dinner drink when you meet your Tour Leader and travelling companions for dinner. Hotel Distinction Christchurch Hotel (2 nights)

Day 2. Christchurch (B)

This morning visit the International Antarctic Centre, designed to provide an informative account of life in Antarctica. Feel the chill of the Antarctic storm room, take a ride on the Hagglund all-terrain vehicle, see the little blue penguins and be astonished within the immersive 4D theatre. This is followed by a city tour of Christchurch. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure to explore further. Hotel Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Day 3. Christchurch – Arthur’s Pass – Franz Josef (B,D)

This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel over massive viaducts, river valleys and spectacular gorges as you ascend 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

Day 4. Franz Josef – Queenstown (B)

See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south into picturesque Queenstown. This evening is free to dine at leisure. Hotel Mercure Queenstown Resort (2 nights)

Day 5. Queenstown (Free Day) (B,SD)

Today is a free day to explore Queenstown. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise to Walter Peak Station to enjoy a delicious gourmet barbecue dinner. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along. Hotel Mercure Queenstown Resort

Day 6. Queenstown – Te Anau (B,D)

Enjoy a leisurely start this morning before travelling to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village where you visit the Lakes District Museum. This innovative museum is heavily involved in the protection of the historic buildings scattered around town. Continue to Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland. Today you may like to visit the Te Anau Glowworm Caves (optional). Hotel Distinction Luxmore Hotel Lake Te Anau (2 nights)

Day 7. Te Anau – Milford Sound – Te Anau (B,L,D)

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 lunch onboard. This afternoon return to Te Anau where some free time is available. You might like to cap off your Fiordland experience by watching the breathtaking film, Ata Whenua – Shadowland, which screens at the Fiordland Cinema (optional). Hotel Distinction Luxmore Hotel Lake Te Anau

Day 8. Te Anau – Dunedin (B,D)

Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin for a city tour then travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle for a guided tour followed by Devonshire Tea. Hotel Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Day 9. Dunedin – Mt Cook – Twizel (B,D)

Travel to Oamaru famous for its limestone, then follow the Waitaki River and see Lake Benmore as you continue to 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. Travel to Twizel for your overnight stay. Hotel Distinction Mackenzie Country

Day 10. Twizel – Christchurch (B,SD)

Continue to Lake Tekapo, view the brilliant turquoise water, the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue before arriving in Christchurch. This evening enjoy a pre-dinner drink with your new friends at the farewell dinner. Hotel Distinction Christchurch Hotel

Day 11. Depart Christchurch (B)

Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.

(B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (SL) Specialty Lunch (D) Dinner (SD) Specialty Dinner

dates & pricing

Departs 2025
21 Feb
From Sole Use 2025 Airline Taxes Total
Sydney $8059 $260 $8319
Melbourne $8059 $240 $8299
Brisbane $8059 $260 $8319
Gold Coast $8059 $250 $8309
Canberra $8289 $350 $8639
Cairns $8339 $305 $8644
Adelaide $8359 $255 $8614
Hobart $8359 $270 $8629
Launceston $8359 $270 $8629
Perth $8609 $250 $8859
Departs 2026
21 Feb
From Sole Use 2026 Airline Taxes Total
Sydney $8559 $260 $8819
Melbourne $8559 $240 $8819
Brisbane $8559 $260 $8819
Gold Coast $8559 $290 $8849
Canberra $8789 $350 $9139
Cairns $8839 $310 $9149
Adelaide $8859 $290 $9149
Hobart $8859 $290 $9149
Launceston $8859 $290 $9149
Perth $9109 $280 $9389
  • REEF N OUTBACK SPECIALSAVE $100 PER PERSON ON ADVERTISED PRICE. Does not apply to discounted fares.
  • 2025 Land only $7759 per person sole use / $6069 twin share
  • 2025 Twin Share and save $1690
  • 2026 Land only $8259 per person sole use / $6469 twin share
  • 2026 Twin Share and save $1790
  • All dates guaranteed departures
  • Escort provided on arrival into New Zealand

Highlights & inclusions

PREPAID ATTRACTIONS

  • International Antarctic Centre
  • TranzAlpine Rail Journey
  • Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw
  • Lakes District Museum
  • Milford Sound Cruise and Lunch
  • Larnach Castle and Devonshire Tea
  • Christchurch City Sights Tour
  • Dunedin City Sights Tour

COACH FEATURES

  • 32 Premium Economy Comfort seats on a full-size coach
  • 2 door access; seat back tray table; cup holder
  • Restroom; daily onboard Wi-Fi allowance

EXPERIENCE

  • Return airfares from your homeport
  • Personalised Meet and Greet on arrival
  • Return airport transfers in New Zealand
  • Professional Coach Captain
  • Tour Leader
  • 10 nights 4 star accommodation
  • 3 two night stays
  • Hotel porterage
  • 1 rail journey
  • 2 cruises
  • All sightseeing and prepaid attractions
  • Extensive Optional Activities
  • Signature Documentation Pack

MEALS

  • 10 cooked breakfasts
  • 8 sumptuous dinners including complimentary pre-dinner drink at the Welcome Dinner and 2 specialty dinners: Walter Peak Homestead, Queenstown; Farewell Dinner including pre-dinner drink, Christchurch
  • 1 lunch: Milford Sound Cruise
  • 1 delicious Devonshire Tea: Larnach Castle
  • Enjoy GPT Hotel Wine Time (discounted drinks)
  • Day 1: Dinner not included for anyone arriving later than 8pm.

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