10 Day Highlights of the South Island Self Drive Tour

 
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10 Day Highlights of the South Island Self Drive Tour

BEST OF THE SOUTH IN 10 DAYS

Incredible scenery with bespoke guided experiences and great accommodation. These experiences link the stretch of New Zealand between cosmopolitan Christchurch and the alpine beauty of Queenstown on this unparalleled ten-day self-drive journey of the spectacular South Island.

Scenic Glacier Flight, Franz Joseph Glacier, Tranz Alpine Rail Journey, Mt Cook, Tasman GlacierWalk, Cruise Milford Sound, Queenstown.

 

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Visited Locations

Christchurch City
Franz Josef
Greymouth
Lake Matheson
Lake Tekapo
Mount Cook National Park
Queenstown City

First Light Travel

Duration
10 Days
Starts
Christchurch
Finishes
Christchurch
Type
Self Drive
Transport
Car
Accom
4 Star Accommodation

Inclusions

50 Page Essential New Zealand Guide
All Activities as per Highlights
Dedicated Travel Consultant
Detailed Daily Itinerary and Vouchers
Full 24 Hour Support
Specialized Guides on all Adventures
Standard Hire Vehicle with GPS

Highlights

Franz Josef Glacier Heli Hike
Gondola and Luge Queenstown
Milford Sound Nature Cruise
Milford Sound Scenic Flight
Tasman Glacier Cruise
TranzAlpine Rail Journey
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Mt Cook
Lake Matheson
Franz Josef Glacier Hike
Christchurch
Lake Tekapo
Franz Josef
Tasman Glacier Terminal Lake
Milford Sound
TranzAlpine Train
Queenstown

Google Rating

5
401 reviews

TripAdvisor Rating

5
207 reviews
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Reviews of this tour....

NZ Holiday
5

Paula & David Lowe

USA
11 Jul 2022

Daniel planned a fabulous itinerary for our NZ adventure. He selected great highlights for us such as the Milford Sound Cruise, The Alpine train ride and the Mitai Maori Experience. The accommodations at each stop were superb and centrally located. A shout out to Emma as well, helping out when we decided to make a last minute change of plans. It was so reassuring to know you and the First Light team were always reachable before and during our trip.

I am already telling my friends they need to go to NZ and that First Light is the best.

Paula & David Lowe - USA

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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