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4-day tour from Christchurch to explore Milford or Doubtful Sound, Te Anau Glowworm Caves, Aoraki Mt Cook, Lake Tekapo & Pukaki, Arthur's Pass, Castle Hills & TranzAlpine Train. Finish at Queenstown.

Highlights

• Discover many of the major attractions of New Zealand's South on this 4-day tour
• Enjoy TranzAlpine Scenic Train ride to Arthur’s Pass & return through CastleHill
• Immerse yourself in the majestic scenery of Mount Cook and Lake Pukaki
• Engage in stargazing at night in Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve
• Explore Milford or Doubtful Sound, then visit Te Anau Glowworm Caves another day

Description

Embark on an unforgettable 4-day journey to explore many of the major attractions of New Zealand's South Island, allowing you to experience serenity of each place. Conclude your trip in Queenstown. Day 1: Christchurch–TranzAlpine Scenic Train–Arthur’s Pass National Park–Castle Hill–Lake Tekapo-Stargazing in Dark Sky Reserve Be picked up from your accommodation in Christchurch. Board the TranzAlpine Scenic Train at Christchurch Station and admire the scenic views before disembarking at Arthur’s Pass Railway Station, where you will be picked up. Admire the views from the Otira Viaduct Lookout. Explore Arthur's Pass National Park with a walk along the Devil's Punchbowl Walking Track or the Arthur's Pass Walking Track. Visit Castle Hill and enjoy the photogenic landscape of stunning limestone rock formations featured in famous Hollywood movies. Take a break at Lake Lyndon on the way to Lake Tekapo. Check-in to your accommodation in Lake Tekapo. At night, grab the opportunity to engage in a stargazing activity in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, one of the biggest Dark Sky Reserves in the world. Day 2: Lake Tekapo – Lake Pukaki – Aoraki Mount Cook (Hooker Valley Track & Tasman Glacier View Track) – Lindis Pass – Queenstown Start another beautiful day with pickup from your hotel in Lake Tekapo. Visit the renowned 'Church of the Good Shepherd' in Lake Tekapo. Take a brief leisurely walk along the picturesque Lake Tekapo. Visit Lake Pukaki, a stunning glacier-fed alpine lake. Admire the highest mountain in the country, Aoraki Mount Cook. Either hike through rugged mountain terrain to soak up the area's wild beauty on the Hooker Valley Track and/or Tasman Glacier View Track or engage in other activities like a helicopter ride, depending on weather conditions. Pass through Lindis Pass on your way. Check-in to your accommodation in Queenstown. Day 3: Queenstown – Milford Sound Cruise or Doubtful Sound Cruise – Te Anau Start with pickup from your hotel in the morning. Choose between a journey to Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound, both set in the heart of Fiordland National Park. On the Milford route, enjoy scenic stops like Eglinton Flats, Mirror Lakes, Hollyford Valley Lookout, and Monkey Creek before cruising past towering peaks and cascading waterfalls. For Doubtful Sound, cruise across Lake Manapouri, travel over Wilmot Pass, and venture into a vast, untouched fiord surrounded by dramatic cliffs, hidden waterfalls, and rich wildlife. Enjoy return scenic drive to Te Anau. Day 4: Te Anau – Te Anau Glowworm Caves – Queenstown Embark on Te Anau Glowworm Caves to admire a cave that is lit by thousands of blue bioluminescent glowworms. Enjoy a scenic drive from your Te Anau hotel to Queenstown. Your journey concludes in Queenstown, a vibrant adventure capital where you can begin another exciting adventure. May the memories of these spectacular landscapes and the essence of New Zealand's natural beauty stay with you always.

Includes

Private transportation Guide-driver exclusively for your group WiFi on board Packaged water bottles Packaged snacks Use of charging cables & emergency rain gear Optional ('With Tickets' Option): Entry tickets for 4 activities i.e., TranzAlpine Train Ride, Stargazing, Glowworm Caves Tour & Milford or Doubtful Sound Cruise. If an activity is canceled by provider or unavailable, alternatives will be offered. Optional ('With Accommodation' Option): Accommodation for 3 nights in 4 to 5-star handpicked hotels with breakfast based on availability and season

Important Information

• Travelers should have their own comprehensive travel insurance. Following your booking, the supplier will get in touch to confirm your preferences, as applicable. With the 'With Tickets' option, traveler(s) may swap any of the included activities for alternatives of interest such as Skydiving, Horse Trekking, Scenic Flight, Glacier hiking, etc., subject to availability, cost differences, and route or schedule feasibility.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund