Wellington & South Island - 14 days

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 14 days
  • tour type Small group Request as private
  • age requirement 18-80 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-44219
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
  • Starts/Ends Wellington, New Zealand/ Christchurch, New Zealand
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Abel Tasman National Park – Cruise the waters of this national park and enjoy optional hiking across wild beaches and through lush scenery
  • Punakaiki -Discover the world-famous Pancake Rocks and blowholes, an impressive natural wonder
  • Wanaka - Choose from an ecological tour to a serene island on Lake Wanaka or a 4X4 excursion into the surrounding countryside
  • Te Anau - Stay beside the largest lake on the South Island and the gateway to Fiordland National Park
  • Fiordland National Park – Journey through New Zealand's great wilderness, enjoying the breath-taking scenery as you travel
  • Milford Sound – Pass through incredible Fiordland National Park and enjoy a cruise on Milford Sound - look out for dolphins!
  • Queenstown – Spend a free day here exploring as you please, with optional zip-lining, rafting, or a 4X4 safari
  • Mount Cook – Drive along the shores of Lake Pukaki and enjoy views of New Zealand's highest peak
  • Lake Tekapo – See a tiny church set against a majestic backdrop, one of New Zealand’s most photographed spots
  • Christchurch – End your adventure in the city, with an included punting experience and a farewell group dinner
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The trip "Wellington & South Island - 14 Days" starts from Wellington and ends in Christchurch. It is an explorer trip that takes 14 days taking you through Christchurch and Wellington in New Zealand. "Wellington & South Island - 14 Days" is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Discover the very best of New Zealand’s majestic South Island in two weeks. Setting off from the capital of Wellington, you will cross the Cook Strait and reach the pretty town of Nelson. Hike amongst the stunning scenery of Abel Tasman National Park, see the 'Pancake Rocks' of Punakaiki and explore Glacier Country. Marvel at Mt Cook, take tea with locals at Lake Tekapo and cruise Milford Sound, all before ending in Christchurch.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day: 1 Wellington
  • Day: 2 Wellington
  • Day: 3 Nelson
  • Day: 4 Nelson
  • Day: 5 Punakaiki
  • Day: 6 Mt Aspiring National Park
  • Day: 7 Wanaka
  • Day: 8 Wanaka
  • Day: 9 Te Anau
  • Day: 10 Queenstown
  • Day: 11 Queenstown
  • Day: 12 Twizel
  • Day: 13 Christchurch
  • Day: 14 Christchurch
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 13 nights 4 star hotels
Meals
  • 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 1 dinner
  • Milford Sound cruise & lunch
Transport
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 14
  • All relevant transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
  • Escorted by an expert local guide/driver with specialist local guides at some sites
  • Local eco-guided tour or an authentic 4WD adventure at Wanaka
Others
  • Ferry across the Cook Strait
  • Touring of Christchurch
  • Wine tasting at one of Marlborough’s premier wineries
  • Abel Tasman National Park cruise
  • 'Pancake Rocks' visit at Punakaiki
  • Morning tea at a local home on the shores of Lake Tekapo
  • Christchurch Edwardian punt & heritage tram experience
  • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • 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.
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REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Wellington & South Island - 14 days tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 03 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 03 July 2024, a deposit of 400 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Wellington & South Island - 14 days tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Wellington & South Island - 14 days tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

AGE REQUIREMENT

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
  • Wearing a mask, hand washing and sanitizing has been implemented on this trip. Frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected. Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be ensured in our accommodations and during transport.
  • Solo travelers are required to purchase a single room for your personal use.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days before the departure date.
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