New Zealand, the breathtakingly beautiful country is also a paradise for adventure seekers. This adventure capital of the world offers a whole palette of adventure sports including sky diving, jet boating, zip line, bungy jumping, caving, zorbing, hiking, mountain biking, climbing, paragliding, hot air ballooning and so much more. New Zealand also offers some of the world’s best leisure and sightseeing destinations. The South Island of New Zealand offers exceptional experiences that would be as unique as they’d be compelling.
This thoughtfully designed South Island itinerary includes the best of experiences, off-beat adventures and ultimate sight-seeing that would make your New Zealand tour a holiday of a lifetime. Waitomo, known for the world-famous Waitomo caves, dark limestone grotto lit by thousands of glow-worms. Waitomo is also known for underground waterfalls and black water rafting. Matamata is famous across the world for the Hobbiton movie set. Visit the locations of the blockbuster movies Hobbit and ‘Lord of the Rings’. Enjoy the beauty and lifestyle of New Zealand countryside at Matamata. Mt. Eden is Auckland’s highest volcano and best hill top around. Enjoy the picturesque panoramic view of Auckland city from Mt. Eden Hill. Driving is a pleasure at the iconic Tamaki Drive, the coastal road that contours Auckland, Waitemata Harbor. The city’s beautiful skyline along the sea, it’s a delight to watch. Need more of this sublime view, rent a cycle and cycle along the Tamaki Drive, or just walk along, it’ll be an overwhelming experience. Yet another place that provides splendid views of Auckland city, the Bastion point has an important place in New Zealand’s history. Hamilton is famous for its aesthetic themed gardens. Get a taste of local arts, crafts and culture at Hamilton. Punakaiki’s Pan Cake Rocks and blow holes are as wondrous as they are beautiful. Get lost in the history and lore of west coast at Hokitika. Hokitika is a small town that will allow you the time and luxury of leisure with awesome coffee. Visit one of the most scenic drives of the world, the Haast Pass. See the Southern Alps, lush green forests, waterfall and all nature’s bounty along the Haast Pass. Enjoy year-round outdoor activities at Lake Wanaka, from water sports to skiing to climbing to camping and more. The brilliant blue Lake Wanaka on the backdrop of brilliant white snow-capped mountains. Visit the historic gold-rush town, Arrowtown, beautifully nestled in the below the majestic peaks and on the banks of the Arrow river. Revel in the beauty of the very scenic Crown Range, the highest main road in New Zealand. Milford Sound, the awe-inspiring fiord, will give you a chance to encounter dolphins, fur seals and penguins. Explore the glowworm caves and underground waterfalls at Te Anau. The ethereal beauty of Lake Pukaki will leave you speechless. Get a vista of the mountain’s beauty as you go through Lindis Pass. Explore high mountains and long, splendid glaciers at the Mount Cook National Park. Having been to mountains and glaciers, revel in the beauty of plains. The Canterbury Plains look like green shaded carpet kept between mountains and water. Enjoy the pristine grandeur of turquoise blue Lake Tekapo and the historic Church of Good Shepherd on its banks.
Today on arrival in Christchurch airport, you will collect rental car from the Airport and leave for Hotel. Check in at the Hotel and get ready for City Tour of Christchurch that includes Hagley Park, Card Board Cathedral, inner city buildings and Container mall.
Overnight stay in Christchurch hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
On this day we will leave for Twizel and while travelling you will come across a scenic view of Canterbury plains and Lake Tekapo. On the way you also get to visit the world-renowned church of Good Shepherd.
Overnight stay in Twizel hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Today you get ready to leave for the breath-taking Glacier city. Hokitika and Arthura pass also come via the journey wherein you can buy New Zealand native jade stone and ornaments from Jade Shop and Glass Blower shop in Hokitika. Followed by that, you reach FRANZ Josef where you overnight stay lies in romantic chilly atmosphere.
Overnight stay in Franz Josef hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Pack your bag and leave for Wanaka via World Heritage area of Haast pass. Once you reach Wanaka you also get to relax and spend a good amount of time at Lake Wanaka and witness the majestic beauty yourself.
Overnight stay in Wanaka hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Today you will leave for one of the most stunning and wonderful places on the planet-The Queenstown.
Visit arrow town on the way which has a rich mining history also have a Wine Tasting session at Gibbston Valley Winery. Check in to the hotel. Followed by that, you get ready for the breath-taking Skyline Gondola giving panoramic views of the Queenstown during sunset. Chill out at Australasia’s largest and greatest Ice Bar, the Below Zero Bar and to build the same more than 35 tons of crystal-clear ice was used.
Overnight stay in Queenstown hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Leave for a trip to the Milford Sound which includes a road trip on edge to edge adventurous roads with amazing scenery. Afternoon time you will spent at Milford Sound Cruise – a cherry on the cake after an amazing journey of Milford Road.
Overnight stay in Queenstown hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Today are the most exciting activities lined up in this New Zealand travel plan.
A thrilling and exciting world’s fastest shot over jetboat ride which will increase your heart beats while also explore the mining history of Queenstown in your ride. Once you get back to town, freshen up and get ready for a unique party at the Zero BAR as you gorge on to your favorite drinks in completely icy surroundings. Then comes the romantic part of the day as you head towards Onsen for a candlelight spa package which comes equipped with a private pool room enchanted by Japanese candles with the southern sky above your head and crystal-clear river flowing below you. It’s an out of the world luxurious experience which will truly make your day memorable.
Overnight stay In Queenstown hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
You get ready for a visit to the Aaroaki Mt. Cook- which is NZ’s highest mountain which comes via Lindis Pass and the supremely beautiful Lake Pukaki. There might be a stopover at the Pukaki Lookout Point to get some stunning pictures of the surroundings and the Mount Cook backdrop. Followed by that you enter the Mount Cook Village which is small, cute, warm and friendly. We will first check in at the Hotel and later start with the visit to the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine center and at night experience the magical stargazing in the best dark sky reserves in the world.
Overnight stay in Mt Cook hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Leave for Christchurch which is hailed as the Garden City of New Zealand.
On your journey to Christchurch you will come across a scenic view of Canterbury plains and Lake Tekapo. On the way you also get to visit the world-renowned church of Good Shepherd and walk on the shores of Lake Tekapo. After check in at the Christchurch Hotel you freshen up and get ready for Panoramic City Tour of Christchurch that includes Hagley Park, Card Board Cathedral, inner city buildings and Container mall.
Overnight stay in Christchurch hotel.
You get ready from Hotel to the Airport for your journey back home taking along some great memories.
| City | Hotel or Similar | No of Nights |
| Christchurch | Ashley Christchurch*** | 1 |
| Twizel | Mackenzie Country*** | 1 |
| Franz Josef | Heartland Fox Glacier*** | 1 |
| Wanaka | Edgewater*** | 1 |
| Queenstown | Heartland Queenstown*** | 3 |
| Mt Cook | Hermitage Hotel*** | 1 |
| Christchurch | Ashley Christchurch*** | 1 |
