South Island Adventure: Queenstown to Christchurch
New Zealand
Concentrated adventure through New Zealand's spectacular South Island with glaciers, mountains, and fjords.
₹1,65,000
per person
Visa
NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) required for Indian citizens
Currency
New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Language
English, Maori
Timezone
UTC+12 (NZST)
Tour Highlights
- Queenstown adventure capital
- Milford Sound wilderness cruise
- Mount Cook National Park
- Franz Josef Glacier hike
- Lake Tekapo's starry skies
Inclusions
- 7 nights accommodation in 3-4 star hotels and lodges
- Daily breakfast and 3 dinners
- SUV rental with insurance
- Milford Sound cruise with lunch
- Franz Josef glacier valley walk
- Glacier Hot Pools entry
- Mount Cook stargazing program
- Detailed itinerary
- 24/7 support
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Queenstown
Arrive at Queenstown Airport. Transfer to hotel. Evening explore Queenstown gardens and lakefront. Welcome dinner.
Queenstown Adventures
Free day for adventure. Options: bungee jumping (Kawarau Bridge), Shotover jet boat, or gondola with luge rides.
Milford Sound Excursion
Full day Milford Sound tour. Scenic drive through Fiordland. Cruise among waterfalls, seals, and dolphins. Return to Queenstown.
Queenstown to Wanaka
Drive to Wanaka via Crown Range Road. Visit Cardrona Hotel. Explore Lake Wanaka and famous Wanaka Tree. Hike Roy's Peak (optional).
Wanaka to Franz Josef
Drive to West Coast via Haast Pass. Visit Thunder Creek Falls and Blue Pools. Check into Franz Josef. Evening glacier hot pools.
Franz Josef Glacier
Guided glacier valley walk or optional helicopter hike. Afternoon visit Lake Matheson for Mirror Mountain views.
Franz Josef to Mount Cook
Drive to Mount Cook National Park via stunning landscapes. Visit Lake Pukaki and Tasman Glacier. Stargazing program.
Mount Cook to Christchurch
Drive to Christchurch via Lake Tekapo. Visit Church of the Good Shepherd. Transfer to Christchurch Airport for departure.
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa fees (NZeTA required)
- Travel insurance
- Lunch meals (except Milford)
- Fuel and parking
- Personal expenses
- Optional helicopter hike
- Adventure activities in Queenstown
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