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The Southern Circle Day Walks

This 14 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.

From Christchurch this tour travels the Canterbury Coastline through Timaru, Oamaru and Moeraki to Dunedin. A full day to explore the peninsula, its wildlife and its walks. Cross the rich farmland of Southland toward Te Anau and Fiordland National Park where you experience a guided day hike on the world famous Milford Track. Then venture along the Milford Road exploring the many short trails before spending the night on Milford Sound, without doubt this will be a highlight of your trip. Continue north to the adventure mecca of Queenstown with lots of time to explore the many activities or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. Next take a fully guided day hike on the incredible Routeburn Track. A short drive over the crown range (the highest sealed road in New Zealand) and onto Wanaka, a walkers paradise. An afternoon self-exploring along the Matukituki Valley is recommended. On to Mt Cook National Park. where you'll enjoy a Glacier Explorer’s trip before an afternoon exploring the trails all easily accessed from the village. There is something for everyone’s ability and every weather condition. Continue crossing the Mackenzie high country through Lake Tekapo and back to Christchurch.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Motels.

Rental car insurance included

Rental car inclusions: Unlimited kilometres,airport/ferry terminal fees, additional drivers.

Tour pack: Includes detailed driving instructions, maps, guide books and much more.

This tour can be customised to suit you precisely - just request here.

This tour also features:

Included activity: Private transfer Christchurch International Airport to your accommodation

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: Glacier Explorers

Included activity: Lake Marian Guided Walk - lunch included

Included activity: Milford Mariner Overnight Cruise

Included activity: Full Day Routeburn Guided Walk with Nomad Safaris

Meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 dinner

Itinerary summary for: The Southern Circle Day Walks

Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch City, transfer to accommodation and rest of day at leisure
Accommodation: Quest on Cambridge

Day 2: Rental car delivered then head south to Dunedin
Accommodation: Motel on York

Day 3: Enjoy a day on the peninsula. Perhaps take a wildlife tour or enjoy one of the short walks
Accommodation: Motel on York

Day 4: Enjoy the scenic drive across Southland to Te Anau and Fiordland National Park
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 5: Enjoy some spectacular walks in Fiordland
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge

Day 6: Drive the famous Milford Road to Milford Sound and take an overnight cruise
Accommodation: Overnight Boat in Milford Sound

Day 7: Overnight cruise returns then onto Queenstown.
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 8: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 9: Take a full day guided tour on the famous Routeburn Track
Accommodation: Scenic Suites Queenstown

Day 10: Queenstown to Wanaka, explore the towns many activities or enjoy the walking tracks
Accommodation: Clearbrook Motel and Serviced Apartments

Day 11: Leaving Wanaka you'll cross the Lindis Pass towards the MacKenzie Country and Mt Cook
Accommodation: Mt Cook Motel

Day 12: This morning take the glacier explorers trip. This afternoon enjoy one of the many walks
Accommodation: Mt Cook Motel

Day 13: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive past the alpine lakes and through the Canterbury Plains
Accommodation: Quest on Cambridge

Day 14: Depart Christchurch today