Southern Spectacular

Southern Spectacular
Just like the name suggests, this New Zealand South Island tour showcases this spectacular island in-depth. Find yourself exploring South Island’s cities, gliding across Milford Sound, exploring the rugged beauty of the wild West Coast, topped off with the TranzAlpine train and beyond in 10 incredible days.
Dining Summary
Whats Included
Just like the name suggests, this New Zealand South Island tour showcases this spectacular island in-depth. Find yourself exploring South Island’s cities, gliding across Milford Sound, exploring the rugged beauty of the wild West Coast, topped off with the TranzAlpine train and beyond in 10 incredible days.
Dining Summary
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 5 Dinner (D)
- 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
- Lake Tekapo: Join your hosts, former farmers Angie and Stan Taylor, for afternoon tea in their home on the shores of Lake Tekapo.
- Walter Peak: Get up close to farmyard animals on a guided walking tour at Walter Peak on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in the New Zealand high country.
- Fiordland National Park: Help restore and conserve Pomona and Rona Islands as sanctuaries for native plants and animals.
- : Explore a brewery in Greymouth with a Local Specialist
- : Discover Christchurch and Dunedin
- : Visit Franz Josef Glacier, historic Arrowtown, and the Pancake Rocks and Blowholes at Punakaiki
- : View the Southern Alps from the TranzAlpine train
- : See spectacular sights in Fiordland National Park
- : Scenic Cruise on Milford Sound, and Lake Wakatipu
- Punakaiki: Situated on idyllic Punakaiki Beach, the environmentally friendly retreat offers views of the ocean and rainforest. Designed in harmony with the environment, your stay gives you a unique insight into local ecology and nature.
- : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- : All land transport shown. All transfers shown
- : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- : Optional Experiences and free time
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- All land transport shown. All transfers shown
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
About Trafalgar

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Dream holidays without the stress of the 'what ifs', is what we do. We design our tours so you can experience the world differently. You'll get the personal service, attention to detail and ease you're looking for, while enjoying the unmissable experiences you've always dreamed of. Discover why Trafalgar tours have been trusted by 5 million guests and are proud to deliver the very best tours that you'll cherish for ye ...

Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Welcome to Christchurch | ||
2 | Through Scenic Wonderland to Twizel Connect with Locals | ||
3 | Dunedin, City of Scottish Heritage | ||
4 | Te Anau, Gateway to Fiordland Make Travel Matter | ||
5 | Milford Sound Contrasts With Queenstown | ||
6 | Queenstown, It's All Yours Dive Into Culture | ||
7 | Spectacular Franz Josef | ||
8 | Punakaiki, Coastal Forest Stays With Stories | ||
9 | Christchurch, City of Contrasts | ||
10 | Farewell Christchurch |