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Premium New Zealand South Island
10 days • 4.8
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Start
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Finish
Queenstown, New Zealand
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Trip Code
PHPS
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle
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Hotel (9 nights)
From £3,890(10 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Soak up one of the best parts of New Zealand’s South Island – it's wine! During your Feature Stay in Gibbston Valley, you’ll enjoy a wine tasting, indulge in a 3-course dinner and watch the sunset over the mountains (maybe from the on-site hot tubs)!
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Savour the flavours of the Otago region with a chef-led food and foraging Exclusive Experience on an expansive and stunning New Zealand deer station.
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Cruise the waters of iconic Milford Sound on a Premium day cruise, where you’ll enjoy drinks and canapes on board as you look out for the waterfalls, local wildlife and learn about the area.
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Enjoy a ranger-guided walk around the aptly named Blue Pools that feed the Makarora River and learn about the important work of the Aspiring Biodiversity Trust to reduce predators and save some of New Zealand’s rarest species.
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Take a 'backstage tour' of the West Coast Wildlife Centre, helping bring the critically endangered Rowi and Haast tokoeka kiwi back from extinction. Come face-to-face with these rare creatures.
Is this trip right for you?
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The diversity of the seasons here makes for incredible scenery, but the weather in this region can be unpredictable. It’s best to wear layers at all times of the year in case conditions change during the day. At night the temperature can really drop, so bring your warm clothes.
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There are walking opportunities throughout this trip. We recommend you bring good quality walking shoes if you're keen to enjoy a hike - or two!
Itinerary
Scenic beauty, fresh cuisine and incredible mountainscapes in the South Island
Taking you from Christchurch to Queenstown via glaciers, wineries, lakes and cruise on Milford Sound, this 10-day Premium trip showcases the natural beauty and thriving food and wine scene in the South Island of New Zealand. Forage for fresh ingredients with a local chef in Otago and come face to face with endangered species at a wildlife Centre on the West Coast, including New Zealand’s rarest kiwi. With a friendly leader to guide the way you’ll experience a landscape that has been shaped by the elements over thousands of years.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Christchurch
- DAY 2Day 2 • Christchurch / Greymouth / Punakaiki
- DAY 3Day 3 • Hokitika / Franz Josef
- DAY 4Day 4 • Franz Josef
- DAY 5Day 5 • Makarora / Wanaka
- DAY 6Day 6 • Wanaka
- DAY 7Day 7 • Wanaka / Gibbston Valley
- DAY 8Day 8 • Gibbston Valley / Milford Sound / Queenstown
- DAY 9Day 9 • Queenstown
- DAY 10Day 10 • Queenstown
Inclusions
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9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
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Private vehicle
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Hotel (9 nights)
festival Included activities
circleChristchurch - Welcome Dinner
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleGreymouth - Monteith's Brewery Tour & Tasting
circleGreymouth - Pounamu (Greenstone) Studio Visit
circleChristchurch - Leader-led Orientation Walk
circleLake Brunner - Nature Walk
circleHokitika - West Coast Treetops Walk
circleFranz Josef - West Coast Wildlife Centre Visit with Ranger
circlePunakaiki - Rocks & Blowhole Visit
circleMakaroa - Aspiring Biodiversity Trust Lunch
circleMakaroa - Guided Flora and Fauna Walk with Local Ornithologist
circleWanaka - Criffel Station Foraging & Lunch Experience
circleArrowtown - Leader-led Walking Tour
circleGibbston Valley - Wine Tasting
circleMilford Sound - Day Cruise
circleQueenstown - Walter High Peak Country Farm visit and BBQ dinner
circleQueenstown - Lake Whakatipu Steamboat Cruise
museum Optional activities
circleFranz Josef - Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise - NZD125
circleFranz Josef - Waiho Hot Tubs - from - NZD89
circleFranz Josef - Heli-Hiking Tour - from - NZD695
circleFranz Josef - Kayaking Excursion - from - NZD149
Dates and availability
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Friday Jun 27, 2025
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£4,956£3,964
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Friday Aug 15, 2025
Sunday Aug 24, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£4,862£3,890
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Friday Sep 19, 2025
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£4,917£4,179
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Friday Oct 03, 2025
Sunday Oct 12, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£5,066£4,306
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Friday Oct 17, 2025
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Friday Oct 24, 2025
Sunday Nov 02, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£4,862£4,133
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Friday Oct 31, 2025
Sunday Nov 09, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 9 spaces left
£4,862£4,133
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Friday Nov 14, 2025
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£5,242£4,455
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Friday Nov 21, 2025
Sunday Nov 30, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£5,115£4,348
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Friday Nov 28, 2025
Sunday Dec 07, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,203
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Friday Dec 05, 2025
Sunday Dec 14, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£5,247£4,198
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Friday Dec 12, 2025
Sunday Dec 21, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£5,203£4,162
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Friday Dec 19, 2025
Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 9 spaces left
£5,203
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Tuesday Dec 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 01, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£5,203
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Friday Dec 26, 2025
Sunday Jan 04, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,407
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Important notes
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1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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2. A Single Supplement is bookable on this trip, subject to availability at the time of booking. Due to the small properties we use there is only a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. If you would like to book a single supplement and enquire about availability please speak to your booking agent.
Reviews (23)
5 stars
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Lisa
Apr 27, 2025
We had an outstanding experience with our local New Zealand group tour guide! From the moment we met, it was clear we were in expert hands. Their deep knowledge of the region’s history, culture, and natural beauty brought every stop on our journey to life. Beyond just facts, they shared personal stories and insights that made the experience feel authentic and memorable.
The tour was thoughtfully paced, allowing us to truly soak in each destination without feeling rushed. Our guide’s passion for New Zealand was contagious, and his attention to detail — from logistics to personalized recommendations — made the entire trip seamless and stress-free.
If you're looking for an unforgettable New Zealand adventure with a guide who is both professional and genuinely enthusiastic, I cannot recommend him highly enough!
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Jean
Apr 13, 2025
The South Island tour was a wonderful introduction to this area. The tour covered many different areas, cities, coast, rain forest, farming regions, glacier and gorges. Everything we hoped to see.
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graeme
Apr 06, 2025
The Premium South Island trip was an adventure of a life time. Excellently planned, Annie was a fantastic tour guide and worth every minute she spent on the trip
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Iliana
Apr 06, 2025
Amazing trip of the South Island. Our trip leader, Annie, was super knowledgeable about the history, culture and environment of the amazing country. Saw such a variety of landscapes, from alpine regions to beaches to fjords. Learnt a lot about the Māori culture and the unique wildlife of New Zealand. Would recommend.
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Isabelle
Mar 20, 2025
The tour on the South island is incredible. So many amazing views and experiences. Our guide was fantastic, keeping us organized and informed, while driving us safely through the mountainous terrain.
There are great walks and beautiful town to see along the way. We had many beautiful look out stops. There was plenty of free time as well, to do your own thing. A great vacation. Highly reccomend it!
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John
Mar 10, 2025
Intrepid again provided a terrific experience. In particular our leader, Grant , was wonderful. New Zealand is not to be missed and we’ll be back next year! Well done Intrpid and all!!
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Michael
Dec 05, 2024
A wonderful tour of the breathtaking South Island of NZ, perfectly led by our wonderful guide Annie.
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Michael
Dec 01, 2024
A perfect itinerary to explore the stunning South Island of NZ. Our guide Annie was the perfect leader, passionate about sharing her love of her homeland with us.
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Terry
Oct 20, 2024
At 92 it was on my dad’s bucket list to visit New Zealand. This trip was a perfect pace for him. It was a good split of planned activities and free time.
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Brian
Jan 22, 2024
Summer was the best (she told me to say that 🤣), but it is true. She always had everything organized, timely, communicated very well. She looked out for and took care of everyone and made everyone feel special. We have a trip lined up for Japan, that leader has there work cut out for them to meet the expectation Summer has provided for us 😉😁. We look forward to our next trip with Intrepid.