Independent Tour:No guide will be available except during included excursions/activities/transfers
Activity Level
Moderate
Moderate:Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Highlights
• Mount Cook
• Queenstown
• Milford Sounds
• Haast Pass
• Franz Josef Glacier
• TranzAlpine Rail Journey
Itinerary
D1
Christchurch - Mount Cook - Queenstown
Millennium Hotel Queenstown or similar
Lake Tekapo
Mount Cook National Park
Travel by coach, across Canterbury Plainsand the MacKenzie Country via Lake Tekapo to Mt Cook National Park.
We'll arrive at Aoraki / Mount Cook in the early afternoon. Consider a scenic flight over some of the finest alpine scenery (own expense).
In the mid-afternoon we'll continue to Queenstown, adventure capital of New Zealand, travelling via the Lindas Pass, Lake Dunstan, Cromwell and the Kawerau Gorge.
D2
Milford Sounds Day Excursion
Millennium Hotel Queenstown or similar
Lake Wakatipu
Fiordland National Park
Milford Sound
Travel by coach along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, and Fiordland National Park.
From Homer Tunnel, we'll emerge into the Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound Nature Cruise for an unforgettable experience, and explore the wonder of this majestic fiord before returning to Queenstown.
D3
Queenstown
Millennium Hotel Queenstown or similar
Queenstown
A free day at leisure in Queenstown to either simply explore this most beautiful township nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and surrounds by mountains which are snow-capped for much of the year or enjoy one of the many actives that are on offer.
D4
Queenstown - Haast Pass - Franz Josef
Scenic Circle Franz Josef Hotel or similar
Franz Josef Glacier
Travel along the shores of Lake Wanaka and Hawea to the Haast Pass, the gateway to World Heritage Westland National Park.
We'll continue up the West Coast past spectacular mountain ranges, native forests and lakes to the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. The Franz Josef Glacier is 11km in length and more than 7,000 years old. Its terminal face creaks and arches over the cave from which the river emerges. This living ‘river of ice’ is a must see for any visitor to New Zealand.
D5
Franz Josef - Greymouth - Christchurch
Tranz Alpine Train
Today we'll continue along the rugged West Coast to Greymouth, the centre for thousands of diggers during the historic gold strikes of the 1860’s.
From Greymouth journey over the Southern Alps, through Arthur's Pass, and on to Christchurch by the Tranz Alpine train. This journey is renowned as one of the top ten train journeys in the world.
In Christchurch, we will transfer you to your accommodation or the airport.
Note: Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.
What’s Included
Includes
4 nights staying in 4 star accommodation
Christchurch hotel pick-up/drop-off
Christchurch airport drop-off
Transportation by air conditioned coach
Visit Mount Cook, Franz Josef Glacier and Greymouth
Milfords Sounds Nature Cruise
Travel from Greymouth to Christchurch on the world famous TranzAlpine Railway
Excludes
All personal expenses
Optional activities
Special Notes
The itinerary and operating dates may change due to weather, traffic and other reasons during the busy season.
We offer complimentary pick-up service. Pick-up location and time must be double checked with local operator at least one day prior to departure.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service. This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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Pricing Info
* Price for child applies when a 3-14 years old child staying in one standard room as a third person.
* Children 2 years old and under are free of charge if not occupying a seat.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
Booking Info
Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.
Terms & Conditions
Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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