7-Day South Island Coastal Splendor Tour from Christchurch
Overview
Experience South Island of New Zealand on this seven day independent coach tour. Travelling by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in Christchurch travelling on day one to Greymouth on the world famous TranzAlpine Train and then by road to Franz Josef. Then by road up the rugged West Coast, via Haast Pass and Wanaka to Queenstown. You will have three nights in Queenstown and during your stay there you will visit Milford Sound and enjoy a nature cruise on the sound. You will also have a full free day to explore the township on your own or partake in one of the many activities that are on offer. From Queenstown you will travel by road to Dunedin where you will enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city plus a day tour out onto the Otago Peninsula for a visit to Larnach Castle and for a wildlife cruise on the harbour during your two night stay. On your final day you will return to Christchurch by road where your 7 day tour will conclude.
What's Included
- 6-nights 4 Star accommodation
- TranzAlpine train journey
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Larnach Castle and Otago Harbour Wildlife Cruise
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Milford Sound Cruise
- Dunedin City Sightseeing tour
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Lichfield Street
Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Addington
Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Christchurch - TranzAlpine - Greymouth - Franz Josef
4 Stops
Franz Josef - Haast Pass - Wanaka - Queenstown
5 Stops
Queenstown - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Te Anau - Queenstown
7 Stops
Queenstown - Free Day
1 Stop
Queenstown - Dunedin
3 Stops
Dunedin and Otago Peninsula
4 Stops
Dunedin - Oamaru - Timaru - Christchurch
3 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Please note that this tour is an independent tour and you may be traveling with a different driver/guide and group each day
- The coach travel from Queenstown to Dunedin and Dunedin to Christchurch is by Intercity Coach. This is a full size coach service door to door, however, no or limited commentary.
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-2950CLT25
Reviews
Average 3.50 out of 5 stars based on 4 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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