Fiords, Glaciers and Mountains self drive tour - reversed
This 10 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.
**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 10 day tour takes you to the icons of the South Island, with extra nights in Christchurch, Fiordland and Queenstown you'll have time to discover the charms of each destination. You begin with a scenic train journey across the Southern Alps to the ruggedly beautiful West Coast with its spectacular glaciers. Other highlights of this fantastic adventure include a nature cruise in the pristine Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park, the adventure capital of Queenstown and the magnificent mountains of Mt Cook National Park.
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:
Private transfer accommodation to Christchurch Train Station with Christchurch Touring
Included activity:
TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Christchurch to Greymouth
Included activity:
Milford Sound Cruise and picnic lunch with RealNZ
9 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Itinerary summary for: Fiords, Glaciers and Mountains self drive tour - reversed
Day 1 : Welcome to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Distinction Hotel Christchurch
Day 2 : Board the TranzAlpine Train for a stunning journey over the Southern Alps, then drive from Greymouth to Franz Josef
Accommodation:
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Day 3 : Travel the spectacular Haast Pass to Wanaka, then over the Crown Range to Queenstown
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Day 4 : The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation:
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Day 5 : Head south through the rural landscape of Southland to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park
Accommodation:
Distinction Luxmore Hotel
Day 6 : Journey along the magnificent Milford Road for a cruise on Milford Sound
Accommodation:
Distinction Luxmore Hotel
Day 7 : Return to Lake Wakatipu where the Kawerau Gorge leads into Central Otago, before taking you over the Lindis Pass towards Mt Cook
Accommodation:
Hermitage Hotel, Wakefield Wing Superior Room
Day 8 : Enjoy a scenic drive through the MacKenzie Country and Canterbury Plains to Christchurch
Accommodation:
Distinction Hotel Christchurch
Day 9 : Explore the dynamic city of Christchurch
Accommodation:
Distinction Hotel Christchurch
Day 10 : Depart Christchurch today
