Upon arriving at Queenstown Airport (ZQN), meet your driver in the arrival hall for a transfer to your hotel in Queenstown. After checking in (available from 14:00), you’ll have free time to explore your hotel and nearby attractions at your leisure. Please note that early check-in is subject to availability upon arrival.
After breakfast, meet your group and prepare for the day’s activities. Duration: 13 hours Included: Fully guided small-group tour with our famously passionate guides Delicious picnic lunch, with water and snacks available Comfortable, luxury, modern minibus Boutique Milford Sound cruise Multiple scenic stops and photo opportunities Description: Experience Milford Sound on a premium small-group day tour from Queenstown, featuring a boutique Milford Sound cruise, picnic lunch, and a fully guided journey through the breathtaking Fiordland National Park. Travel along the scenic Queenstown–Milford Sound route with an experienced local guide, making stops at some of the region’s most spectacular highlights, including Lake Wakatipu, Te Anau, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Lake Gunn, the Hollyford River, and Homer Tunnel. Upon arrival at Milford Sound, board a boutique cruise and admire the dramatic scenery from the water, including the iconic Mitre Peak, towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and the opportunity to spot native wildlife in its natural surroundings
After breakfast, walk to the meeting point at 35 Shotover Street, 9300, Queenstown, it is a short distance from your stay. Duration: 3hrs Included: Tandem skydiving master 5-minute parachute flight Safety equipment including jumpsuit, frap hat, goggles, and harness Description: Experience the ultimate thrill in Queenstown with a tandem skydive from 9,000ft. After a scenic 15-minute flight, jump with a professional instructor and freefall at up to 200kph for around 25 seconds over the stunning Southern Lakes and snow-capped peaks. Then, enjoy a peaceful 5-minute parachute ride over the Wakatipu Basin before landing back at the drop zone. Return transfers to Queenstown are included, along with time to relax and view your photos and videos on site.
After breakfast, Meet your guide at the hotel lobby for the hotel pickup process. Duration: 8 hours 5 minutes Description Embark on an unforgettable scenic journey from Queenstown to Franz Josef, travelling through some of the South Island’s most spectacular landscapes. Sit back and relax aboard a comfortable luxury coach as your knowledgeable driver-guide shares fascinating stories and highlights along the way. Depart Queenstown and travel past the beautiful shores of Lake Dunstan, Lake Wānaka, and Lake Hāwea, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. Enjoy a relaxing morning tea stop in Makarora, located on the edge of the World Heritage-listed Mount Aspiring National Park, before continuing through the spectacular Haast Pass. As the road winds across the Southern Alps, you’ll pass through lush native beech forests, cascading waterfalls, and rugged alpine landscapes before reaching the wild West Coast. Follow the coastline and admire dramatic beaches where powerful waves meet the rocky shore, with snow-capped mountains rising in the distance. Continue inland through a landscape of tranquil lakes and dense native forest, with a delightful afternoon stop at a boutique salmon farm on the Paringa River. Sample local produce before continuing to the charming village of Franz Josef. Arriving in the afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to discover the spectacular Franz Josef Glacier, one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural attractions. Explore the surrounding scenery on a guided glacier experience or take to the skies on a breathtaking helicopter or scenic flight for a truly unforgettable perspective. This scenic day tour is the perfect way to experience the diverse beauty of New Zealand’s South Island—from alpine lakes and mountain passes to rainforests, rugged coastline, and magnificent glaciers.
After breakfast, meet your group and prepare for the day’s activities Duration: 12 hours Included: Small group guided tour Lunch Bottled water and snacks Modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter transport Expert local guide with live commentary Description: Journey from New Zealand’s rugged West Coast to the charming Garden City of Christchurch on an unforgettable small-group adventure. Travel through lush rainforests, dramatic mountain passes, picturesque alpine settlements, and spectacular glacier country as your expert guide shares fascinating stories, local knowledge, and insights along the way. Experience the ever-changing landscapes of the South Island, from untamed beaches and pristine forests to towering peaks and the majestic snow-capped Southern Alps. This scenic journey offers a wonderful opportunity to discover the diverse beauty, character, and natural wonders that make New Zealand’s South Island truly unforgettable.
After breakfast, meet your driver and transfer to Christchurch Airport (CHC). We recommend scheduling your hotel pick-up up to 3–4 hours before your flight departure time. Please note that hotel check-out is at 12:00 noon, and late check-out will be subject to availability.
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