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Crystal clear blue water flowing through forested rocky river with moss-covered cliffs.
Scenic Cruises

South Island Coastal Self Drive tour

Christchurch

Christchurch

14 days, 13 nights

Road Trips

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Trip overview

Begin this breathtaking journey starting with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean as you travel south from Christchurch. In Dunedin, explore the Otago Peninsula, renowned for its abundant wildlife. Continue along the scenic Catlins coastline to the southernmost tip of the South Island. On the western side, experience highlights such as a nature cruise through the iconic Milford Sound, the spectacular West Coast Road skirting the Tasman Sea, and the extraordinary Punakaiki Pancake Rocks. Conclude your adventure at the top of the South Island, where you’ll discover the tranquil aqua waters of Abel Tasman National Park and the serene Marlborough Sounds before returning to Christchurch.

Trip highlights & inclusions

14 days / 13 nights
1 lunch

Christchurch

Christchurch

Motels
Rental car included
  • Taieri Gorge Railway Scenic Train
  • Te Anau Glowworm Caves
  • Milford Sound Cruise - Lunch Included

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Trip itinerary

Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

On arrival, you will be met by a private driver and transferred to your Christchurch accommodation.

With a blue sky background the Christchurch Cathedral in the foreground with its colourful mosaic glass windows Credit: Christchurch Cathedral

Accommodation

Modern bedroom with a large bed, white linens, red accents, bedside lamps, and a window with brown curtains. Credit: Bella Vista Christchurch
Bella Vista Christchurch

Activities

Trip highlights

An aerial, high-angle view of a long heritage passenger train with blue and yellow locomotives curving through a deep green valley alongside a winding river, flanked by rugged hills under a blue sky. Credit: Dunedin Railways Ltd

Taieri Gorge Railway Scenic Train

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

Te Anau Glowworm Caves

Cruise boat sailing through a mountain fjord with waterfalls and clouds above. Credit: Real Journeys

Milford Sound Cruise - Lunch Included

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

Additional inclusions

Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

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