The Southern Circle Day Walks
Destination: Christchurch, Dunedin, Anau, Milford Sound
From US$ 2,283 14 days excluding flights
This 14 day tour starts in Christchurch and finishes in Christchurch.
From Christchurch this tour travels the Canterbury Coastline through Timaru, Oamaru and Moeraki to Dunedin. A full day to explore the peninsula, its wildlife and its walks. Cross the rich farmland of Southland toward Te Anau and Fiordland National Park where you experience a guided day hike on the world famous Milford Track. Then venture along the Milford Road exploring the many short trails before spending the night on Milford Sound, without doubt this will be a highlight of your trip. Continue north to the adventure mecca of Queenstown with lots of time to explore the many activities or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. Next take a fully guided day hike on the incredible Routeburn Track. A short drive over the crown range (the highest sealed road in New Zealand) and onto Wanaka, a walkers paradise. An afternoon self-exploring along the Matukituki Valley is recommended. On to Mt Cook National Park. where you'll enjoy a Glacier Explorer’s trip before an afternoon exploring the trails all easily accessed from the village. There is something for everyone’s ability and every weather condition. Continue crossing the Mackenzie high country through Lake Tekapo and back to Christchurch.
Guided Day Hike Walks are only available during our summer months and actual available dates may vary - just contact us to check.
Included in this New Zealand tour package is:
Accommodation for 13 nights staying in Motels.
Rental car hire: included for the duration of the tour package. See range of vehicles.
Rental car insurance included: Fully inclusive with variable excess/deductible.
Rental car inclusions: GPS navigation. unlimited kms,airport/ferry terminal fees, additional drivers.
Tour pack: Includes detailed driving instructions, maps, guide books and much more.
Includes: Private airport transfers
Includes: Glacier Explorers Tour, Mt Cook National Park
Includes: Routeburn Track Guided Day Hike
Includes: Milford Track Guided Day Hike
Includes: Milford Sound overnight cruise
This tour package can be customised to suit your clients precisely - just request here.
Quick summary for: The Southern Circle Day Walks
Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch City, transfer to accommodation and rest of day at leisure
Accommodation: Merivale Manor Motel
Day 2: Rental car delivered then head south to Dunedin
Accommodation: Motel on York
Day 3: Enjoy a day on the peninsula. Perhaps take a wildlife tour or enjoy one of the short walks
Accommodation: Motel on York
Day 4: Enjoy the scenic drive across Southland to Te Anau and Fiordland National Park
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge
Day 5: Enjoy a guided day hike today on the famous Milford Track
Accommodation: Lakefront Lodge
Day 6: Drive the famous Milford Road to Milford Sound and take an overnight cruise
Accommodation: Milford Mariner
Day 7: Overnight cruise returns then onto Queenstown.
Accommodation: Garden Court Suites and Apartments
Day 8: The day is yours to discover all the scenic spots and fun activities on offer in Queenstown
Accommodation: Garden Court Suites and Apartments
Day 9: Take a full day guided tour on the famous Routeburn Track
Accommodation: Garden Court Suites and Apartments
Day 10: Queenstown to Wanaka, explore the towns many activities or enjoy the walking tracks
Accommodation: Clearbrook Motel and Serviced Apartments
Day 11: Leaving Wanaka you'll cross the Lindis Pass towards the MacKenzie Country and Mt Cook
Accommodation: Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
Day 12: This morning take the glacier explorers trip. This afternoon enjoy one of the many walks
Accommodation: Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
Day 13: Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive past the alpine lakes and through the Canterbury Plains
Accommodation: Merivale Manor Motel
Day 14: Depart Christchurch today