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Tekapo stars, Queenstown, Milford Sound and a glacier town in seven days.
A 7 day South Island loop from Christchurch: Lake Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve, three nights in Queenstown, a day to Milford Sound, Franz Josef glacier country and the Castle Rock Walk, with an average of 16 travellers.
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Seven days, one loop, and the South Island's headline acts: Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Milford Sound and Franz Josef. You start and finish in Christchurch, travelling with an average of 16 travellers in a luxury vehicle with reclining seats, USB ports, AC and big windows.
Day one ends at Tekapo, under the largest Dark Sky Reserve in the world, with the Church of the Good Shepherd on the way. Three nights in Queenstown cover a Milford Sound day, with transport included and the cruise optional, plus a full day for bungy, skydiving, jet boating or whatever you talk yourself into. Then it's the Castle Rock Walk and the rugged West Coast to Franz Josef, where you can hike, heli or climb the glacier.
Included are a local guide and driver, flash-pack accommodation and breakfast every day. Bedrooms host 4 to 8 people. Private rooms are available on request at extra cost.
Stargazing at Tekapo's Dark Sky Reserve
Church of the Good Shepherd
Three nights in Queenstown
Transport to Milford Sound, cruise optional
Castle Rock Walk
Franz Josef glacier country
Your first day heads for the turquoise water of Lake Tekapo, one of New Zealand's most photogenic spots. Explore the local bike trails, then soak in the lakeside hot springs and stargaze at the world's largest Dark Sky Reserve. Along the way the Church of the Good Shepherd is a stop.
Fit in a few activities or walks you did not get to yesterday, then head for Queenstown, the adrenaline capital of New Zealand. Check in for the next three nights and get exploring. Skydiving, bungy jumping, canyoning and ziplining are all on offer.
Larger-than-life waterfalls, ancient forests, awe-inspiring mountains and leaping dolphins: welcome to UNESCO-listed Milford Sound. Transport is included, and the cruise itself is optional. Back in Queenstown, kick back with a drink or drop into a party.
Pick your threshold: bungy jumps, canyon swings or horse riding. Try one of New Zealand's most scenic skydives, hit the trails for a bike ride, go luging or jet boat up the canyon. Your guide books everything for you.
Take a break in picturesque Wanaka, then travel along rugged coastline beside ancient rainforest, glaciers and waterfalls over Haast Pass to Franz Josef, the gateway to glacier country.
Crampons at the ready. Hike on the glacier, take a helicopter, or do both. If you want something lower, try a quad bike, a kayak or the glacier hot pools, then settle in with a cold drink.
Stop at Hokitika, then cross Arthur's Pass through the snow-capped Southern Alps and arrive back in Christchurch mid-afternoon.
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Public reviews of the operator who runs this tour on the ground.
"Group was small (8), and we all got close. Good vibes only! It was all our mission to find a decent bar with a pool table in every town. In the end, 7 days didn’t feel like long enough. We hope to be back soon!"
Mikayla M
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"The tour leans more towards people looking for thrills via optional activities but there’s enough to do for more laid back visitors. The South Island is a must if you’re a nature lover."
Jakub Wasylkowski
Tripadvisor review
"A week to remember and treasure forever with new friends I have made from all over the world! Now I have places to go for my next trip!"
Traveler63532859077
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7 meals included
$1999 AUD
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