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Wellington to Christchurch and everything in between! Go crazy with a heap of Adrenalin pumped activites!

DAYS 1-2: Wellington to Nelson
This morninig check out Te Papa the National Museum of NZ before we join the ferry for our journey across Cook Strait. After arriving in Picton we will travel through the Marlborough region to Tahunanui Beach. Motel (Bx1 Dx1)

DAY 3: Nelson to Christchurch via Kaikoura
Heading south we stop at Ohau Point to spy out some NZ fur seals before reaching Kaikoura. Kick-back in a cafe and enjoy the local delicacies. This afternoon we arrive in Christchurch. Motel (Bx1)

DAY 4: Christchurch to the High Country
Today we climb the Southern Alps to Flock Hill Station - our home for the night. This is a 14000 hectare working sheep station. You'll be blown away by the farm and spectacular scenery! Motel (Bx1 Dx1)

DAY 5: Flock Hill to Fox Glacier
We head to the wild west coast and Hokitika. Continuing on we stop at the visitor’s centre in Franz Josef, and an opportunity here to take a scenic twin glacier helicopter flight to our afternoon destination** - Fox Glacier. Hotel (share facilities) (Bx1, Dx1)

DAY 6: Fox Glacier to Queenstown
Westland National Park abounds with high mountain peaks and glaciers and today we'll have a chance to walk on a flowing river of ice! We’ll then head back into the mountains to negotiate Haast Pass on our way to Queenstown past Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea. Holiday Park (Bx1)

DAY 7: Queenstown
Today it's time to play! And adventure awaits us everywhere. Choose from a huge selection of optional activities sure to get the blood pumping, with everything from bungy, shotover jets, balloon rides and horseback riding. You name it – it's all here and awaiting you in Queenstown!! Holiday Park (Bx1)

DAY 8: Fiordland
After a leisurely morning in Queenstown we farewell this adventure playground and head to the Fiords. We’ll stop and admire the reflection in Mirror Lake before we literally drive through the mountain via the Homer Tunnel and emerge back into a landscape of spectacular mountains and waterfalls. Our cruise tonight in the Tasman Sea! Enjoy the stunning views and discover the hidden arms of the Sound. There is time to kayak around the shoreline or go exploring in the tender craft with the nature guide. Overnight Cruise (share facilities) (Bx1 Dx1)

DAY 9: Fiordland to Lake Ohau
There is time for additional cruising this morning before returning to the wharf. We make our way back through Te Anau and onwards along the Kawarau River this afternoon, with its familiar “Lord of the Rings” scenery, and home to AJ Hackett’s original Bridge Bungy site. We journey over the Lindis Pass and wonder at the dramatic variation in scenery of these ranges. Our home tonight is nestled in the hills on the shores of Lake Ohau. Lodge (Bx1 Dx1)

DAY 10: Lake Ohau to Christchurch
Today we follow the southern lakes hydroelectricity scheme around impressive blue water lakes and the ever-present Southern Alps as a backdrop. First stop Lake Pukaki and a chance for some amazing photos as we gaze across the clear blue waters to Mt Cook. We follow the canal system over to Lake Tekapo where there is an opportunity to take a scenic flight. Another photo opportunity at the “Church of the Good Shepard” before we enter the Canterbury plains and reach our final destination. (Bx1)

NOTE

A Winter Itinerary applies during the winter months