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South Island Wilderness Encounters Tour

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

**Please be advised that certain aspects of this tour may operate on specific days of the week during the winter months. We recommend contacting one of our travel specialists to identify a departure date that suits your schedule.

This 14 day tour explores the best of the South Island's walks and adventures. After crossing the Southern Alps on board the TranzAlpine Scenic Train your journey north to the remarkable Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki where you explore Paparoa National Park. From there you head south for two of the most scenic road trips in the world, the Milford Road and the West Coast Road. You'll also walk sections of the Milford Track and Routeburn Track. Be sure to have your camera ready for the spectacular wilderness you'll encounter.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 4 star.

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: Ata Whenua - Shadowland Film at Fiordland Cinema

Included activity: Pure Wilderness Jet Boat with Fiordland Jet

Included activity: Te Anau Glowworm Caves with RealNZ

Included activity: Milford Mariner Overnight Cruise

Included activity: Private transfer accommodation to Christchurch Train Station with Christchurch Touring

Included activity: TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Christchurch to Greymouth

Included activity: Underworld Rafting and Glowworm Experience with Underworld Adventures

Included activity: Okarito Lagoon Guided Kayak Trip (2 hours)

Included activity: Franz Josef Glacier Helihike

Included activity: Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk with Eco Wanaka

Included activity: Epic Duo - Clay Target & Jet Sprint Boat

13 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Itinerary summary for: South Island Wilderness Encounters Tour

Day 1: Arrive into Christchurch, transfer to hotel and rest of day at leisure
Accommodation: Heritage Christchurch

Day 2: Cross the Southern Alps to the West Coast, then head north to Punakaiki and the Pancake Rocks
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Day 3: A day of adventure in Paparoa National Park
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Day 4: Head south to the Glacier Region, then explore Okarito Lagoon by kayak
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Day 5: Explore the glaciers by air and on foot
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Day 6: Allow plenty of time for photo stops during your drive through the Haast Pass to Wanaka
Accommodation: Edgewater

Day 7: This morning you'll cruise to Mou Waho Island for a special wilderness experience
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 8: Today is yours to explore the best of the Queenstown region
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 9: Today you will venture out to Gibbston Valley for a thrilling Oxbow Adventure
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 10: Head south to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland
Accommodation: Distinction Luxmore Hotel

Day 11: Enjoy your day in picturesque Te Anau, perhaps board a Sea Plane or take a hike!
Accommodation: Distinction Luxmore Hotel

Day 12: Journey along the magnificent Milford Road for a night in Milford Sound
Accommodation: Overnight Boat in Milford Sound

Day 13: Return through Southland countryside to Queenstown
Accommodation: Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Day 14: Depart Queenstown today