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Scenic train crossing a bridge over the Waimakariri River with mountains in the background on a clear day. Credit: Kiwi Rail
Nature

Train, Fiord and Glacier Tour

Christchurch

Christchurch

6 days, 5 nights

Self-Guided Coach Tours

From: $3,700 pp

Trip overview

Experience the stunning diversity of New Zealand’s South Island on this unforgettable journey. Starting in Christchurch, explore the historic charm of Dunedin, the adventure capital of Queenstown, and the natural wonder of Milford Sound. Travel up the West Coast to the icy majesty of Fox Glacier, before concluding your adventure with a breathtaking ride aboard the iconic TranzAlpine train.

While this itinerary serves as a great starting point, we invite you to connect with our travel specialists, who can help tailor these experiences into a larger New Zealand journey personalised to your interests.

Trip highlights & inclusions

6 days / 5 nights
1 lunch

Christchurch

Christchurch

Hotel 3 star
  • Christchurch to Dunedin by InterCity Coach
  • Dunedin to Queenstown by InterCity Coach
  • Milford Sound Cruise and Coach Tour from Queenstown with RealNZ - Lunch Included

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Price pp from

$3,700

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  • 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

Christchurch to Dunedin by InterCity Coach

Leaving Christchurch early, you will cross the vast Canterbury Plains as you head South, crossing many braided rivers that start their life as glacial melt water high in the Southern Alps. New Zealand's longest bridge at Rakaia crosses such an example. Pass through the towns of Timaru followed by Oamaru, most famous for its buildings constructed with the unique locally quarried white stone. Continue along the coast and into the city of Dunedin.

A low-angle, sunny view of the historic Flemish Renaissance-style Dunedin Railway Station in New Zealand, featuring its prominent dark basalt and white limestone clock tower under a clear blue sky. Credit: Grace Thang - Shutterstock

Accommodation

Spacious hotel room with king bed, table and chairs, large window with curtains, and warm lighting. Credit: Scenic Hotel Group
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Trip highlights

A low-angle, sunny view of the historic Flemish Renaissance-style Dunedin Railway Station in New Zealand, featuring its prominent dark basalt and white limestone clock tower under a clear blue sky. Credit: Grace Thang - Shutterstock

Christchurch to Dunedin by InterCity Coach

A vibrant turquoise river flows through a steep, rocky gorge with a slender green tree in the foreground under a blue sky. Credit: Wirestock Creators -Shutterstock

Dunedin to Queenstown by InterCity Coach

Tour bus on winding road through green valley with tall rocky mountains in the background. Credit: Real Journeys

Milford Sound Cruise and Coach Tour from Queenstown with RealNZ - Lunch Included

Two Skyline Queenstown gondola cabins travel along cables above a layer of low-lying clouds with the snow-dusted Remarkables in the background. Credit: Skyline Queenstown

Queenstown Skyline Gondola Ride

Aerial view of the Fox Glacier winding through a lush green valley with mountains and patches of snow. Credit: New Zealand Fine Touring

Queenstown to Fox Glacier with Glacier Shuttles

River flowing through forest towards snow-capped mountains under a colorful sky. Credit: Hokitika Scenic Tours

Fox Glacier to Greymouth Train Station with Hokitika Scenic Tours

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

Dunedin Coach Stop to Accommodation Transfer with Iconic

Dunedin Accommodation to Coach Stop Transfer

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