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Turquoise water flows between rocks with mossy trees and shrubs along the riverbank.
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Fiords, Glaciers & Mountains Escape

Christchurch

Christchurch

14 days, 13 nights

Road Trips

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Trip overview

This tour immerses you in the South Island's iconic landscapes, with extra nights in Christchurch, Fiordland, and Queenstown allowing you to truly discover each destination's unique charm. Your journey begins with a scenic drive past the Southern Alps' towering peaks and the turquoise waters of alpine lakes, leading you to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.  In Queenstown, the 'Adventure Capital,' you'll have ample time to soak in the scenery and enjoy endless activities before venturing south to Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland National Park. Here a helicopter awaits to whisk you away to Waitai Lodge for your exclusive Fiordland Escape. Explore the pristine wilderness with a Milford Sound nature cruise before a stunning return to Christchurch via the magnificent West Coast Glaciers.

Trip highlights & inclusions

14 days / 13 nights
13 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Christchurch

Christchurch

Hotel 4 star
Rental car included
  • Big Sky Stargazing
  • Skyline Gondola Queenstown and Buffet Dinner
  • TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

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Why Discover New Zealand

  • Wānaka-based specialists planning your trip from inside New Zealand.
  • One travel specialist to plan and book every detail from start to finish.
  • 24/7 in-country support while you’re travelling, so help is close if plans change.

Trip itinerary

Welcome to Christchurch City

Welcome to Ōtautahi / Christchurch, the South Island’s garden city, where historic heritage meets contemporary urban design. Whether you’re exploring the Avon River, wandering through expansive botanical gardens, or discovering contemporary art galleries, Christchurch offers plenty to uncover. As the gateway to the Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps, the city is also the perfect base for refined farm-to-table dining, scenic adventures, and alpine escapes

People sitting on concrete steps by a river with modern buildings and a blue tram in the background. Credit: New Zealand Fine Touring

Accommodation

Exterior of a modern hotel building with glass windows reflecting sunset sky and a car parked outside. Credit: Sudima Christchurch City
Sudima Christchurch City

Trip highlights

Three people using telescopes to stargaze under a starry night sky with the Milky Way visible. Credit: The Hermitage Hotel

Big Sky Stargazing

Groups of people dining at Stratosfare Restaurant at Skyline Queenstown, looking out through large windows at the city lights and snow-capped mountains at dusk. Credit: Skyline - Queenstown

Skyline Gondola Queenstown and Buffet Dinner

Steamboat cruising on blue lake water with snowy mountains in the background on a clear day. Credit: Real Journeys

TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

Blue glowing glowworms lighting up a dark cave ceiling. Credit: Real Journeys

Te Anau Glowworm Caves

A hiker wearing an orange beanie crosses a narrow wire swing bridge over a clear, rushing mountain stream. Credit: Hollyford Wilderness Experience

Waitai Lodge Fiordland Escape

Motor boat on lake with snow-covered mountains under clear blue sky. Credit: Eco Wanaka Adventures

Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk

Couple relaxing in hot tub in forest, one holding a drink. Credit: Waiho Hot Tubs

One Hour Private Tub with Waiho Hot Tubs

A bright, sunlit view of a steep, snow-covered mountain ridge with blue ice crevasses, set against a vibrant blue sky in the Southern Alps. Credit: Fine Tours Group

Glacier Valley Shuttle

Aerial view of a KiwiRail train on a bridge over river with mountains and clouds at sunset. Credit: Kiwi Rail

TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Greymouth to Christchurch

Additional inclusions

Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

Private transfer accommodation to airport to collect rental car

Shared Transfer from the Christchurch Train Station to Christchurch CBD Accommodation

Private Transfer from Christchurch Accommodation to Airport

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