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Christchurch, New Zealand
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Start and finish your adventure in the city of Christchurch, where your local leader will show you the innovative and creative ways the city is rebuilding after a devastating earthquake in 2011.
Live it up in the adventure capital of the world – Queenstown. Whether you fancy bungy jumping, jet boating, horseback riding or wine tasting, there’s something here to entice everyone.
Get to know Wanaka, one of New Zealand’s prettiest towns (and that’s saying something!) and visit Mou Waho Island – an island in a lake on an island in another lake on an island in the ocean!.
Visit a local gallery in Franz Josef and carve a pendant out of pounamu while learning about the precious stone’s significance to Maori culture.
Take one of the world’s most scenic train journeys – cross the spectacular Southern Alps on the famous TranzAlpine from the West Coast to Christchurch.
Few places rival the South Island of New Zealand for natural beauty, and the "New Zealand Southern Pioneer" tour ensures you see it all in comfort and style. Beginning and ending in Christchurch, this 10-day adventure covers Queenstown’s thrill-seeker paradise, the peaceful waters of Wanaka, and the glacial majesty of Franz Josef. Cross the Southern Alps by one of the world’s most scenic train rides, and let your local leader share hidden gems along the way. The tour’s unique appeal is its focus on dramatic, ever-changing scenery, offering travelers an easy yet unforgettable exploration of mountains, lakes, and valleys.