
South Island Tour: Southern Splendour - CLS
Be charmed by magnificent vistas and majestic snow-capped mountains dotted with turquoise lakes under the world’s darkest skies with this New Zealand South Island Vacation Package
This is a great introduction to some of the most spectacular landscapes New Zealand has to offer.
South Island Tour: Southern Splendour - CLS Itinerary

DAY 1
Arrive Christchurch
Depending on your preferred travel choice, you will either be met and privately transferred, or self drive to your accommodation.
Christchurch is set between the deep blue Pacific Ocean and the mighty snow-capped Southern Alps. This is a vibrant, ever-changing city with inner city parks and gardens delightfully interwoven by the meandering Avon River.
Enjoy admission to the International Antarctic Centre today or tomorrow for an icy insight into this astounding continent.
Overnight: Christchurch
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DAY 2
Christchurch - Tekapo/Mt Cook
Depart a fertile patchwork made with every shade of green, to a scenic wonderland with golden tussocks, snow-capped mountains and turquoise lakes. At Lake Tekapo the solitary ‘Church of the Good Shepherd’ takes pride of place against the backdrop of a vivid blue glacier-fed lake. Thought-provoking, educational and entertaining, the Dark Sky Experience is an experience which will forever change the way you see the night sky. Lap up the fresh air and sparling skies in this International Dark Sky Reserve. Overnight: Tekapo or Mt Cook
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OPTIONAL ACTIVITES

DAY 3
Tekapo/Mt Cook - Queenstown
Embrace the dramatic vast landscape of a rugged land of ice and rock that showcases multiple giant peaks including New Zealand's highest mountain. Then hug the shores of beautiful Lake Pukaki before travelling through the historic Central Otago region to Queenstown. Overnight: Queenstown

DAY 4
Queenstown
Magnificent vistas and majestic mountains dominate this compact alpine resort town and with such an expansive natural physical environment it is not surprising that Queenstown has been described as the Adventure Capital of the World.
Today is a free day to add some of the endless optional activities on offer. Overnight: Queenstown
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES

DAY 5
Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
Fiordland is one of the world’s last great wildernesses. Today's stunning journey takes you past mirror lakes, spectacular waterfalls and water-sculpted rocks. Venture into Milford Sound, a New Zealand treasure carved by ice age glaciers and famously described as the eighth wonder of the world. After a big day out, reflect on memories of a lifetime on your return to Queenstown. Overnight: Queenstown
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DAY 6
Depart Queenstown
Arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or return of your rental car.

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4 nights/ days
Volcanic landmarks, luminescent glowworms, bubbling mud pools, spouting geysers and a wealth of Maori culture.
Independent Coach Tour or Self Drive: Rental Car or Private Touring for Two or Private Touring Small Groups
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Auckland-Waitomo-Hobbiton-Rotorua-Auckland
Included Activities
Te Anau & Fiordland
Christchurch & South Canterbury
Lake Tekapo & Aoraki Mt Cook
Optional Activities
Accommodation Options
Transport Options
Self Drive: Rental Car
Hire a rental car to go wherever you wish to go and at your own pace.
Private Touring for Two
Private touring together in a luxury sedan is the perfect choice for couples.
Private Touring Small Groups
Private touring in your own exclusive vehicle is the perfect choice for families or small groups.
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