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New Zealand’s South Island in Depth
14 Days | Discover a bounty of natural wonders in New Zealand’s South Island
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14 days
Start
Wellington, New Zealand
Finish
Wellington, New Zealand
Trip Code
PHRYC
Min Age
18
Trip Size
6 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
14 breakfasts
Transport
Private Vehicle, Ferry
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (13 nights)
From £1,777(14 days)
Trip Informations
From glaciers to golden beaches, rainforests to resort towns and glittering lakes to gigantic peaks, New Zealand’s South Island truly has it all. Embark on a 14-day adventure through some of the world’s most remarkable landscapes, and with a local leader by your side, you’ll also see the beneath the surface. Encounter creativity and resilience in Christchurch, gaze at out-of-this-world stars in Lake Tekapo, get your adrenaline pumping in Queenstown and take your time in postcard-pretty Wanaka. Stand in awe of the Franz Josef Glacier, stay in the heart of Punakaiki’s subtropical rainforest and explore the pristine coastline of Abel Tasman National Park.
Why you’ll love this trip
Starting off in Christchurch, see the cool and creative ways the city has rebuilt post-earthquake before heading to the stunning shores of Lake Tekapo.
Calling all adventure seekers! Queenstown is overflowing with adrenaline-pumping activities, so dive straight in or sit back with a glass of world-class local wine.
It just doesn’t get better looking than Wanaka. From its centrepiece lake to surrounding mountains, uncover all this pretty little spot has to offer.
Stand in awe of the epic Franz Josef glacier and visit a local gallery to learn about the significance of pounamu (greenstone) to Maori culture while carving your own pendant.
Explore the coastal delights of Abel Tasman National Park, where secluded coves and golden beaches make walking, kayaking and swimming a real joy.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip is operated and run by Haka Tours, an Friends and Family Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Haka customers and Friends and Family customers. Friends and Family works closely with Haka Tours to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time in New Zealand.
Accommodation on this trip is in mixed-gender multi-share dormitory style hostels with shared facilities.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
14 breakfasts
Transport
Private Vehicle, Ferry
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities (13 nights)
Activities
Marlborough - Cook Strait Ferry Crossing
Wellington - Mount Victoria Lookout
Kaikoura - Visit to a Seal Colony
Lake Tekapo - Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd
Christchurch - City Tour
Queenstown - Kawarau Gorge
Arrowtown - Village visit
West Coast - Haast Pass
West Coast - Lake Hawea Lookout
Franz Josef - Carve your own Pounamu Necklace
Hokitika - Mountain Jade Greenstone Factory
Punakaiki - Overnight in a Rainforest Retreat
Punakaiki - Pancake Rocks Visit
Marlborough - Visit Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve
Abel Tasman National Park - Paddle a Waka (war canoe)
Add on activities
Kaikoura - Dolphin Encounter - NZD115
Kaikoura - Whale Watching - NZD165
Kaikoura - Albatross Encounter - NZD175
Kaikoura - Wildlife Kayaking - NZD140
Lake Tekapo - Dark Sky Project - NZD50
Lake Tekapo - Tekapo Springs Hot Pool - NZD35
Lake Tekapo - Hike up Mt John - Free
Queenstown - Kawarau Bridge Bungy - NZD265
Queenstown - Canyoning - NZD229
Queenstown - Shotover River Jet Boat Ride - NZD159
Queenstown - Paragliding - NZD299
Queenstown - Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour - NZD270
Queenstown - Canyon Swing - from - NZD259
Queenstown - Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Day Trip - NZD645
Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Coach Day Trip - NZD245
Queenstown - Skydiving - from - NZD415
Queenstown - Nevis Bungy - NZD345
Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Fly Day Trip - NZD670
Queenstown - Skyline Gondola - NZD52
Queenstown - Dart River Funyaks - from - NZD429
Queenstown - Time Tripper - NZD15
Wanaka - Happy Hour on the Lake - NZD59
Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise & Guided Nature Walk - NZD159
Wanaka - Skydiving - from - NZD379
Wanaka - Flying Lessons - NZD338
Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise - NZD119
Wanaka - Waterfall Climbing - from - NZD199
Franz Josef - Glacier Lake Kayaking - NZD145
Franz Josef - Glacier Heli Hike - NZD695
Franz Josef - Heli Experience with Snow Landing - NZD325
Franz Josef - Skydiving - from - NZD399
Punakaiki - Glowworm Caves - NZD145
Punakaiki - Skeleton Crew Bone Carving - NZD90
Punakaiki - Underworld Tube Rafting - NZD215
Abel Tasman National Park - Skydiving - from - NZD399
Abel Tasman National Park - Sailing & Walking Excursion - NZD208
Abel Tasman National Park - Sea Kayaking - NZD140
Abel Tasman National Park - Canyoning - NZD295
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Important notes
1. This trip starts in Wellington on Day 1 at 8am. You will depart the city immediately after the welcome meeting. This trip ends on Day 14 in Wellington and you are free to leave at any time.
2. Accommodation on this trip is in multi-share hostels. Multishare typically includes triple and quad rooms. You may be required to share with group members of a different gender and couples. People travelling together may occasionally be separated due to rooming configurations.
3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. If you are a single traveller this will give you a single room, if you are travelling as a couple a double room will be allocated to you. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
4. This trip requires a minimum number of booked customers to guarantee the departure. Your Booking Agent will advise at time of booking if the departure has met minimum numbers. If minimum numbers are not met, you will be advised no later than 56 days out from departure (prior to full payment due). We recommend arranging flights and related travel services once your departure is guaranteed. In the event that your departure is cancelled due to minimum numbers not being met, a full refund will be provided of monies paid.
5. This trip is operated and run by Haka Tours, an Friends and Family Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Haka customers and Friends and Family customers. Friends and Family works closely with Haka Tours to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time in New Zealand.
6. We recommend booking optional activities in advance. Please contact your booking agent if there are any you would like to add to your trip.
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