'Sweet as' South(Multi Share,Start Christchurch, End Christchurch)

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Experience the best of South! From Lake Ohau to Queenstown to Christchurch - it's an adventure you won't want to end. Start off on a scenic flight over Mt. Cook then get ready to hit Queenstown, the adventure Capital of the World. Try bungy, or you can opt to take a stunning Milford Sound cruise. In Franz Josef you'll hike a glacier before your tour ends in ...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    Experience the best of South! From Lake Ohau to Queenstown to Christchurch - it's an adventure you won't want to end. Start off on a scenic flight over Mt. Cook then get ready to hit Queenstown, the adventure Capital of the World. Try bungy, or you can opt to take a stunning Milford Sound cruise. In Franz Josef you'll hike a glacier before your tour ends in Christchurch.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityChristchurch (Nz)
End CityChristchurch (Nz)

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Attractions

  • Alps
  • Christchurch
  • Queenstown

Activities

  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch to Lake Ohau via Lake Tekapo

Christchurch what's up? New Zealand's South Island is the home to adventure, adrenaline and good times and we're here to take it all on.We'll stop off to see the intense milky blue waters of glacially-fed Lake Tekapo. Here (from October 2020) we'll also get to enjoy a...

Day 2: Lake Ohau to Te Anau via Arrowtown

Another day, another natural wonder to discover.We make a quick stop for lunch in this historic gold mining town before heading onto Te Anau.Arriving in the stunning lakeside town of Te Anau, we'll visit a local farm, learning about life in the outback, as well as pla...

Day 3: Te Anau to Queenstown via Milford Sound

It's time to make tracks to the spectacular natural wonder of Milford Sound. Welcome to New Zealand's most stunning attraction, with a magical combination of mountain peaks, forest-clad cliffs and deep dark waters. We take an included cruise of the fiord and experienc...

Day 4: Queenstown

Today is yours to get acquainted with Queenstown and spend some time mulling over the activities up for grabs in the next two days. First stop is the legendary Kawarau Bungy Bridge, get your morning adrenaline hit with a heart pounding jump at the world home of the bu...

Day 5: Queenstown

With our last day in adrenalin city edging closer, this is the time to push yourself to the limits and jump over any mental barriers you've put up around yourself. Embrace the spirit of adventure and conquer those niggling fears once and for all. For those who did their dash yesterday, a day staying mellow and enjoying this beautiful region will prove more than sufficient.

Day 6: Queenstown

It's times like this that you really start to work out what sort of traveller you are. And human for that matter. You might be the one trailing through wine country and doing a spot of horse back riding, or you may be that guy that crams in a bungy jump, a skydive and a heliraft & still craves more. It's your holiday - run wild as you see fit.

Day 7: Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier via Wanaka & Haast Pass

Time to return our adrenalin levels to normal and make tracks to the wild (and often wet) West Coast and it's towering glaciers. But before we do, bridge bungy jump, anyone?Enjoying our scenic drive we'll stop for lunch in Wanaka, a pretty ski resort town situated on ...

Day 8: Franz Josef Glacier

This morning will be another big ol' tick off the list as we take to the ice of Franz Josef Glacier. We've got a heli ride over the glacier up for grabs, or the opportunity to carve your own Pounamu (jade) pendant, under the tuition of a Maori mastercraftsman. Pounamu...

Day 9: Franz Josef Glacier to Christchurch via Hokitika & Arther's Pass

Armed with a new found appreciation for frozen water, we hop back on the coach & start making our way back to Christchurch.In the gold rush town of Hokitika we'll watch authentic carvers get to work on green jade and take a look at traditional Maori art. Back on t...

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Price From $1,800
Price per day$200
Last Updated: 12/6/2024

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Contiki Reviews & Ratings

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Veronica Fitzgerald

Aug 2022

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'Sweet as' South

Great activities and our TM Brit was amazing!!!

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Joseph

Aug 2022

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'Sweet as' South

Incredible trip that was really well organised by Brit and great driving by Pat. Loved all of the experiences that we did, made so many friends, would recommend it t...

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Natalie Weerasinghe

Jul 2022

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'Sweet as' South

fantastic as there were many options to add activities or have an easy and relaxed trip. the itinerary was helpful to know what was happening and would recommend thi...

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Jacob Bracks

Jul 2022

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Trip was awesome super fun and exciting. Cam definite...

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Apr 2025

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I absolutely loved this trip, it was the best balance of exploring, travelling and didn't feel very rushed. Absolutely loved the special stay we stayed at, it was a ...

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Mathieu Audras

Apr 2025

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Very easy to book. I went through a travel agency but had absolutely no iss...

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    Meals Included
    • We'll get 11 of your meals, you get the rest. You can expect a healthy breakfast every morning, as a few dinners along the way. We'll also give you plenty of opportunities to try the best gourmet eats in NZ.
    Age Requirements
    No age restrictions
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