A holiday in New Zealand will give you experiences and memories of a life time. The picturesque beauty, natural splendour, pristine landscapes, and blissful sparse population make the country a paradise for travellers. The South Island of New Zealand offers a full palette of sensational experiences from vineyards to wildlife, glaciers to starry skies, pristine lakes to underground waterfalls, underground limestone caves to majestic mountains, and everything in between. Although, things to explore and do in New Zealand can keep you occupied forever, we have carefully picked the best things to do in South Island, so that you have a splendid holiday.
Lake Tekapo is famous for its spectacular scenery in the day with its brilliant turquoise blue waters on the backdrop of snow-capped Southern Alps, and for its exceptionally starry nights. The historic Church of Good Shepherd adds to its splendour. Explore underground waterfalls and the famous Te Anau caves that house thousands of glow worms sparking inside the dark limestone grotto. The picturesque town of Te Anau is also the base town for exploring the glacier carved wilderness and the breathtakingly beautiful Milford Sound. Steward Island, the third largest island of New Zealand offers a glimpse into pristine wild beauty with rugged peaks, lavish rainforests, gushing rivers and golden sand beaches. Steward Island, an off-beat spot, is also the furthest south you can ever go. Historic goldrush town Dunedin is known for its rich Scottish legacy with Edwardian and Victorian architecture.
On this day we reach Christchurch which is also known as the Garden City of New Zealand.
After arrival in Christchurch, collect your vehicle and travel to Lake Tekapo through the scenic view of Canterbury plains. On the way you also get to visit the world-renowned church of Good Shepherd. You check in at the Lake Tekapo Hotel and in the evening visit to Lake Tekapo where you can experience unique stargazing chilling in spring hot pool to view the sky which has the darkest sky reserves in the world.
Overnight stay in Lake Tekapo 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 and enjoy among the most unforgettable dinners you ever had in your life on top of Bobs peak.
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 favourite 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.
Dip yourself in the massive plus untouched wilderness of Doubtful Sound, the 2nd largest fiord in Fiord land National Park. Due to its rugged peaks, verdant rainforest’s and turning hidden inlets, Doubtful Sound will take your breath away.
Overnight stay at Te Anau hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
Today in the early morning, we leave for Invercargill and there on you will taken to Bluff, seaport from where your transfer to Stewart Island via Ferry that will be arranged.
On arrival in Oban on Stewart Island a day is well spend with a guided tour of the Island by Minicoach.
Overnight stay in Stewart Island hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
You have a day at leisure with an option to explore stunning bays, inlets, golden sand beaches and densely forested hills in Stewart Island that brings together a spectacular blend of breath-taking landscapes. Stewart Island is undoubtedly one of New Zealand’s hidden gem of eco-tourism destinations.
Overnight stay in Stewart Island hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
The morning is again at Leisure to relax at your own pace at Stewart Island until Flight departure time to Invercargill. On arrival in Invercargill collect your rental car and travel to Scottish influenced Dunedin via the Catlin’s coast, wide beaches and towering high cliffs.
On the way we would recommend you to visit Mc Leans Falls and Kaka Point.
Overnight stay in Dunedin hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
This day is leisure and we recommend you to visit Penguin place at your own time, having relaxation at Dunedin.
Overnight stay in Dunedin hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
We will leave for Christchurch, the Garden city of New Zealand. Check in at the Hotel and rest of the day is at Leisure.
Overnight stay in Christchurch hotel.
Breakfast at the Hotel.
After having a life memorable self-drive trip, you will depart for onward destination if any or fly back Home.
| City | Hotel or Similar | No of Nights |
| Lake Tekapo | Mackenzie Suites*** | 1 |
| Queenstown | Heartland Queenstown*** | 2 |
| Te Anau | Distinction Hotel and Villas*** | 1 |
| Stewart Island | Bay Motel*** | 2 |
| Dunedin | Victoria*** | 2 |
| Christchurch | Ashley Christchurch*** | 2 |
