South Island Explorer (Small Group Tours)

Highlights

• Auckland - Enjoy the view from Bastion Point, visit Auckland Museum and the waterfront on a guided city tour
• Rotorua - Visit the Te Puia geothermal site and a Kiwi conservation project, plus experience a Te Pa Tu Maori cultural evening
• Redwood Forest - Cross a series of suspension bridges and elevated walkways to appreciate the towering redwood trees which are more than 100 years old
• Christchurch – See the city with an included punting experience and a ride on a restored heritage tram
• Tranz-Alpine Rail Journey - Cross the Southern Alps on this famous rail journey, taking in some of the South Island's fastest scenery
• Wanaka - Choose from an ecological tour to a serene island on Lake Wanaka or a 4X4 excursion into the surrounding countryside
• Milford Sound - Pass through incredible Fiordland National Park and enjoy a cruise on Milford Sound - look out for dolphins!
• Lake Tekapo – See a tiny church set against a majestic backdrop, one of New Zealand’s most photographed spots

Included in Price

• 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 1 dinner
• 11 nights 4 star hotels
• Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 12
• Escorted by an expert local guide/driver with specialist local guides at some sites
• All relevant transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicle
• Economy class flight from Rotorua - Christchurch
• Christchurch Edwardian punt & heritage tram experience
• Tranz-Alpine rail journey from Christchurch - Greymouth
• Touring of Auckland & Rotorua
• Te Pa Tu Maori experience
• Te Puia & Arrowtown visit
• Local eco-guided tour or an authentic 4WD adventure at Wanaka
• Milford Sound cruise & lunch
• Morning tea at a local home on the shores of Lake Tekapo
• Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

NOT included in price

• International flights and visas
• Items of a personal nature (telephone calls, laundry, travel insurance etc)
• Optional activities
• Tip for your tour guide / driver. We recommend you allow $4 - 7 USD per day per traveller. Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture.

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

Tour Variations

South Island Discovery (10 Days)

This 10-day tour beginning and ending in Christchurch explores the beauty of New Zealand's South Island. Discover the cities of Christchurch and Queenstown, ride the iconic Tranz-Alpine railway to Greymouth and explore the historic gold rush village of Ar...

Next Departure: 19-May-2025
Starting at: USD 4,875.00

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