Alpine Romance South Island Honeymoon Itinerary

Your romantic South Island escape begins in Christchurch, where riverside charm, leafy parks, and a relaxed atmosphere provide the perfect introduction to New Zealand.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfer 
• Christchurch hertitage tram pass  
• Explore at your leisure 
• 2 nights in Christchurch 

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Elevate your tram journey with an indulgent four-course dinner, served as you glide through the heart of Christchurch.

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Uncover the stories, creativity, and culture of Christchurch on a guided walking experience through one of New Zealand’s most fascinating cities.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Guided Christchurch City tour
• Learn local history & Māori culture
• Discover street art & hidden laneways 

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Tailor your day to your interests by swapping the guided city walk for a private Waipara wine-tasting experience or a scenic harbour cruise with the chance to spot rare Hector’s dolphins.

Travel through the spectacular Mackenzie Country to New Zealand’s highest mountain, where alpine landscapes and star-filled skies create an unforgettable honeymoon experience.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, dinner
• Church of the Good Shepherd & Lake Tekapo 
• Big Sky Stargazing experience 
• 2 nights in Mount Cook 

Approximate Distance: 330 km | 205 miles Total Driving Time: 4 hours 30 mins

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Spend the day immersed in some of New Zealand’s most breathtaking alpine scenery, where towering peaks, glacial rivers, and mountain trails await.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, dinner
• Free day to explore 
• Alpine walking trails 
• Tasman Glacier 

Journey through Central Otago to Queenstown, where lakeside luxury and alpine adventure meet. This evening, unwind together in a private hot pool overlooking the mountains.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Kawarau Gorge & Gibbston Valley
• Onsen Hot Pools experience 
• 4 nights in Queenstown 

Approximate Distance: 265 km | 164 miles  Total Driving Time: 3 hours 30 mins

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Take to the skies for a breathtaking aerial adventure above Fiordland, Milford Sound, and some of New Zealand’s most spectacular glaciers.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Scenic flight over Milford Sound 
• Fiordland National Park views 
• Witness the 'Big 5' glaciers from above 
   

Enjoy a full day to experience Queenstown your way, whether that means adventure, relaxation, or simply soaking up the stunning lake and mountain scenery.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Free day in Queenstown 
• Lake Wakatipu waterfront 
• Boutique shopping & dining

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Venture beyond Queenstown to Glenorchy for a guided Lord of the Rings experience, combining cinematic history with some of the South Island’s most stunning alpine landscapes.
 

Venture deep into the untouched wilderness of Glenorchy and the Dart River Valley on an exhilarating jet boat journey through a World Heritage landscape.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Dart River Wilderness Jet 
• Glenorchy alpine scenery 
• Explore ancient beech forests  

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As the sun sets, take the Skyline Gondola to enjoy a memorable premium dining experience high above Queenstown’s sparkling lake and mountains.
 

Cross the dramatic Crown Range into Wānaka, where peaceful lakefront scenery and alpine landscapes create a more relaxed pace.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Scenic Crown Range drive 
• Lake Wānaka 
• 2 nights in Wānaka 

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Indulge in a Taste of Wānaka wine tour and enjoy a curated journey through some of the region’s finest wineries, renowned for their world-class Pinot Noir and spectacular surroundings.

Approximate Distance: 70 km | 43 miles  Total Driving Time: 1 hour 15 mins

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Cruise across Lake Wānaka to a protected island sanctuary, where native wildlife, pristine landscapes, and panoramic lake views create a memorable day.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Lake Wānaka cruise 
• Mou Waho Island visit 
• Guided nature walk 
   

Travel through the dramatic Haast Pass to New Zealand’s glacier country, where rainforest, mountains, and ice collide in spectacular fashion.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• West Coast rainforest scenery
• Haast Pass 
• 2 nights in Franz Josef 

Approximate Distance: 285 km | 177 miles  Total Driving Time: 4 hours

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Experience two of New Zealand’s most iconic glaciers from above, complete with a memorable snow landing high in the Southern Alps.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Twin Glacier helicopter flight 
• Snow landing experience 
• Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers

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After your glacier adventure, enjoy an intimate wildlife encounter with a backstage pass at the West Coast Wildlife Centre, offering rare access to kiwi and tuatara conservation areas.
 

Travel aboard one of the world’s great rail journeys, crossing the Southern Alps through dramatic mountain passes, river valleys, and Canterbury landscapes.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• TranzAlpine rail journey 
• Arthurs Pass & river landscapes
• 1 night in Christchurch 

Approximate Distance: 175 km | 109 miles  Total Driving Time: 2 hours 30 mins

Rail Journey | 5 hours 

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Your South Island honeymoon comes to an end, filled with unforgettable alpine adventures, luxury experiences, and romantic moments in some of New Zealand’s most spectacular landscapes.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Private airport transfer 

Inspired by what you’ve seen? Let’s create a honeymoon that’s uniquely yours.

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