A large split granite boulder in the ocean under a clear blue sky.
Adventure

Top of the South Island Scenic Tour

Christchurch

Christchurch

13 days, 12 nights

Road Trips

From: $4,191 pp

Tour overview

Explore the stunning landscapes of the South Island, beginning and ending in the garden city of Ōtautahi / Christchurch. This journey seamlessly blends wildlife encounters in Kaikōura, the tranquil turquoise waters of Abel Tasman, and the majestic peaks of Arthur’s Pass National Park. Designed for the discerning traveller, this itinerary ensures comfortable driving days and ample time to enjoy the walking tracks and iconic West Coast scenery. It is a reassuring and unforgettable introduction to the natural wonders of New Zealand.

Tour highlights & inclusions

13 days / 12 nights
1 lunch

Christchurch

Christchurch

Rental car included
  • Whale Watch Kaikōura Ocean's Cabin
  • Beaches, Bays and Seals Guided Sea Kayaking Trip with Wilsons - Lunch Included
  • Franz Josef Glacier Helihike

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Price pp from

NZD $4,191

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.

People sitting on concrete steps by a river with modern buildings and a blue tram in the background.

Accommodation

Two-story manor building with garden, flowering plants, and benches outside on a sunny day.
Merivale Manor

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Tour highlights

Two whale watching boats on ocean with mountain range in background under clear sky.

Whale Watch Kaikōura Ocean's Cabin

Four kayakers paddling in clear turquoise water near a sandy beach and forested coastline.

Beaches, Bays and Seals Guided Sea Kayaking Trip with Wilsons - Lunch Included

Group of people ice trekking with guide on Franz Josef Glacier snowy and icy terrain.

Franz Josef Glacier Helihike

Additional inclusions

Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

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