New Zealand South Island Discovery

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5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Christchurch, New Zealand

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Travel aboard the TranzAlpine through the Southern Alps before discovering the untamed landscapes of the West Coast, from Hokitika to Franz Josef/Waiau. Journey through Haast Pass to the vibrant resort town of Queenstown, and cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw for a gourmet barbecue dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm.

day 1tautahi (Christchurch) Franz Josef/Waiau

Meet your Travel Director in Christchurch this morning, before boarding the TranzAlpine. Enjoy a spectacular rail journey through tunnels, across viaducts, past snow-capped peaks, icy rivers, and beech forests en route to Arthurs Pass. Continue to Hokitika, the cultural heart of the West Coast and renowned for its jade, before arriving at Franz Josef/Waiau, home to Franz Josef Glacier/Ka Roimata o Hine Hukatere. Consider an optional experience scenic helicopter flight over this shimmering natural wonder, with a glacier landing (weather permitting).

Meals

Dinner

Location Visited

Franz Josef

Accommodation

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

day 2Waiau (Franz Josef) Queenstown

day 3Queenstown Free Time

day 4Depart Queenstown

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Meals

Journey on the TranzAlpine Train through the Southern Alps See Franz Josef Glacier/Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere froma panoramic viewpoint Visit historic Arrowtown Relish a gourmet BBQ dinner and farm show at Walter Peak High Country Farm

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Travel by coach

Guide

Experienced Driver Guide

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