Southern Wild Itinerary

Begin your South Island adventure in Christchurch, the charming “Garden City.” Explore the city's revitalised centre and enjoy an included heritage tram ride past historic landmarks, beautiful gardens, and key attractions.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfer
• Full-day heritage tram pass
• Explore at your leisure
• 1 night in Christchurch

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Travel across through the dramatic landscapes of New Zealand’s West Coast on a small-group guided coach tour. Journey through alpine villages, mountain passes, lush rainforest, and rugged coastline, with scenic stops along the way.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Lunch
• Scenic full-day coach journey to Franz Josef
• Castle Hill, Arthur’s Pass Village & Hokitika Gorge stopovers
• 2 nights in Franz Josef

Suggested Accommodation:

Enjoy a free day to experience the breathtaking Franz Josef region. Surrounded by rainforest, mountains, and glaciers, you may choose to relax or take part in one of the area's many optional adventure activities.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore at your leisure

Make it yours:
Experience the glaciers from above on a scenic helicopter flight or get up close with a guided glacier hike.

Ready to make the journey yours? Enquire online or speak with a Travel Designer to personalise your perfect New Zealand escape.

Travel south along the spectacular West Coast and through Haast Pass, one of New Zealand’s most scenic alpine routes. Discover pristine lakes, waterfalls, rugged beaches, and dramatic mountain landscapes before arriving in Queenstown.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Scenic coach journey to Queenstown
• Lake Matheson & Scenic Haast Pass 
• Lake Hāwea & Lake Wānaka photo opportunities
• 3 nights in Queenstown

Suggested Accommodation:

Spend the day exploring Queenstown at your own pace before boarding the historic TSS Earnslaw for a scenic cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak farm.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Gourmet BBQ dinner
• Explore at your leisure 
• TSS Earnslaw vintage steamboat cruise 
• Walter Peak farm visit

Make it yours:
Make the most of your morning in Queenstown with a scenic gondola ride to Bob’s Peak, where sweeping lake and mountain views unfold before you.

Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural wonders on a full-day guided coach/cruise tour. Travel along the spectacular Milford Road before cruising through Milford Sound, surrounded by towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Lunch
• Return coach journey & scenic Milford Sound cruise
• Fiordland National Park scenery
• Fiordland crested penguin & dolphin spotting opportunities

Journey east to Dunedin, a city renowned for its rich Scottish heritage, Victorian architecture, and unique wildlife experiences.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Coach journey to Dunedin
• Explore at your leisure
• 2 nights in Dunedin

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Discover the natural beauty and wildlife of the Otago Peninsula on a memorable guided nature cruise. Explore dramatic coastlines, historic settlements, and one of New Zealand’s richest wildlife habitats.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Otago peninsula wildlife cruise
• Sea lion, penguins & fur seal spotting opportunities
• Royal Albatross breeding area viewing

Journey via coach along the picturesque east coast, passing rugged shorelines, peaceful countryside, and charming towns before reaching Christchurch.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Coach journey to Christchurch
• Explore at your leisure
• 1 night in Christchurch

Suggested Accommodation:

Enjoy a final morning in Christchurch before your transfer to the airport. Reflect on an unforgettable South Island adventure, from glaciers and fiords to wildlife encounters, alpine scenery, and vibrant cities.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfer

Inspired by what you’ve seen? Let’s create a journey to Aotearoa, New Zealand that’s uniquely yours.

Speak with a Travel Designer to start planning your personalised escape.