Freedom Holidays New Zealand

Freedom Holidays
Venture West
From Christchurch to Christchurch Duration: 7 days | 6 nights
From $905.00
Travel over the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine. Take part in some daring pursuits in Queenstown. Return to Christchurch via the Scottish city of Dunedin and the splendid lakes and mountains of the Mackenzie Country.
Holiday type: Adventure Holidays
Departures: Daily
1

Christchurch - Greymouth

This has been named one of the world’s greatest rail journeys. You will travel from one coast of New Zealand across to the other, passing through the Canterbury Plains, spectacular gorges and river valleys. Word’s really don’t do this fantastic journey justice. Stay 1 night in Greymouth.

2

Greymouth - Franz Josef

This morning we travel further down the West Coast and stop at Ross (old Gold Mining town) for a spot of gold panning.  We arrive in Franz Josef Alpine Village in time for those who want to partake in a half day glacier hike or heli hike (we highly recommend this!). Stay 1 night in Franz Josef

3

Franz Josef - Queenstown

An early start for an action packed day.  First up we visit the impressive mirror Lakes (for those ‘picture postcard’ photos).  We then continue down the West Coast stopping at Wanaka and then the home of the bungy, the Kawarau Bungy Bridge.  We head into Queenstown late afternoon where there are endless activity options, from mild to wild. Included as your free tour injection is the thrilling Ledge Sky Swing - a welcome to New Zealand's adventure capital.  We have allowed two days in Queenstown to soak it all up. Stay 2 nights in Queenstown.

4

At Queenstown

A free day - Spend the day trying out some of the huge range of activities on offer in ‘the adventure capital of the world’

5

Queenstown - Dunedin

Back on the main circuit, we head off along the ‘Old Gold mining trail’ taking in some spectacular scenery.  When you arrive in Dunedin why not join a wildlife tour to spot yellow-eyed penguins and seals up close or for something different, visit the Cadbury Chocolate Factory, where samples are included (yum!). Perhaps finish off a great day by joining the evening Speights Brewery Tour. Stay 1 night in Dunedin.

6

Dunedin - Tekapo

We start the day with a run up the world’s steepest street (that’s you not the Magic coach!).  If a real New Zealand experience is what you are after, take the opportunity to jump off and stay at a working farm in Kurow, an unmissable stop! But some real fantastic highlights today including the amazing spherical boulders at Moeraki, Benmore  - a huge earth dam, before we head into tranquil Tekapo.  If time out and relaxation is on the agenda after a crazy time in Queenstown, then this is the place for you.  Stay 1 night in Lake Tekapo.

7

Tekapo - Christchurch

Today’s travel sees us crossing Burkes Pass and the foothills of the Southern Alps before travelling through the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.  Our arrival in the early afternoon gives you the chance to try out some of the attractions on offer, the International Antarctic Centre, punting on the Avon or Hot Air Ballooning to name a few. Stay 1 night in Chrsitchurch.

Between 21 May and 30 September 2010 tours depart Christchurch everyday. 

Holiday Pricing Share Twin Single
per person $905.00 $1,399.00

Prices valid until 30 September 2010.

Inclusions

6 Nights Accommodation

Coach Transport

TranzAlpine train journey from Christchurch to Greymouth

View Greenstone carving in Hokitika

The original bungy site at historic Kawerau Bridge

Scenic drive through Westland, Mt Aspiring, Fiordland National Parks

Mackenzie Country and views of Mt Cook

Stunning Lakes Benmore, Ruataniwha, Pukaki and Tekapo