13 Day Essence of the South

Abel Tasman
13
Days

13 Day Essence of the South

This 13 Day independent coach tour brings you the most beautiful spots of the South Island. Experience wide beaches, lakes and the majestic Southern Alps & Glaciers. Cruise on the Milford Sound and in the Abel Tasman National Park and enjoy a three night stopover in the adventurous Queenstown. Many unforgettable highlights on this journey are waiting for you on this journey!

What is an Independent Coach Tour? 

Essence of the South Large Map

Visited Locations

Abel Tasman National Park
Blenheim
Christchurch City
Franz Josef
Kaikoura by the Sea
Milford Sound
Mount Cook Village
Nelson City
Punakaiki
Queenstown City

First Light Travel

Duration
13 Days
Starts
Christchurch
Finishes
Christchurch
Type
Group
Group Size
Max 48
Transport
Coach
Accom
4 Star

Inclusions

A Full List of 13 Day Essence Tour Inclusions
All Activities as per Highlights
All Coach, Ferry & Rail Transport & Transfers
Comfortable 4 Star Accommodation
Comfortable Air-Conditioned Coach
Daily Departures
Full 24 Hour Support
Hotel Accommodation (as per itinerary)
Professional Coach Driver/Guide
Return Airport Transfers

Highlights

Abel Tasman National Park
Church of the Good Shepherd
Coastal Pacific Train Journey
Franz Josef Glacier
Milford Sound Scenic Cruise
Whale Watching Kaikoura
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Nelson Lake
Christchurch Art Centre
Christchurch Punting Avon River
Kaikoura Sperm Whale Tail at Dawn
Abel Tasman Cruise
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes
Franz Josef Glacier
Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu
Queenstown Wharf
Milford New Zealand
Milford Sound Mitre Peak
Mount Cook National Park
Train Coastal Pacific

Google Rating

5
426 reviews

TripAdvisor Rating

5
260 reviews
Independent Coach Tour

Reviews of this tour....

Darren hiking in the South Island
5

Great New Zealand Travel Experience Thanks to First Light Travel

USA
07 Dec 2023

Thanks to First Light Travel and Joanna we had a wonderful 13-day self-driving trip around New Zealand’s South Island. Working with her was so easy and she selected interesting and exciting daily activities for us to enjoy, ranging from a heli-hike on Franz Joseph Glacier to hikes at Mt Aspiring to a cruise on Milford Sound and a lot more.

All the driver who picked us up at the airport, train station and other places were extremely friendly and knowledgeable and always on time. The accommodations were all very good.

Overall, we loved our trip to the South Island and would wholeheartedly recommend First Light Travel to anyone planning a trip to this part of the world.

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Pricing terms

The price is based on current exchange rates but is only an approximation. Please contact us for a final price