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5 Day Circuit: Glaciers, Christchurch & Mt Cook: from Queenstown

5 Day Circuit: Glaciers, Christchurch & Mt Cook: from Queenstown

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Highlights

A seamless South Island loop linking Queenstown, West Coast rainforests, the Canterbury Plains, and Aoraki Mount Cook. Travel via small-group coach and the iconic TranzAlpine train. Key highlights include Lake Wanaka, alpine pass crossings, Christchurch's Port Hills, and overnighting at the base of New Zealand's highest peak.


This is an Independent Coach Tour, where you travel on a combination of different small group tours with commentary. You will be with different people on each part of the tour and different drivers. You have free time to explore on your own and are free to choose where and when to eat, meals are not included unless specified.

Itinerary

Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier via Wānaka
  • Wanaka

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Departing from Queenstown, this journey takes you to the historic Cardrona Hotel, renowned for its rustic charm and spectacular mountain setting. In Wānaka, you'll capture the iconic photo of the Wānaka Tree with Mt Aspiring and the Southern Alps in the background.
  • Franz Josef Glacier

    10 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Continuing past the Clutha River, you'll enjoy scenic stops at Lake Hāwea, Thunder Creek Falls, and Ship Creek, where the rainforest meets the ocean. The tour concludes at Franz Josef, after passing glacial rivers and the picturesque Lake Matheson, a photographer's paradise.
  • Accommodations
    Choose from a Premium Motel or 4-Star Hotel
    Food And Drinks
    Lunch
Franz Josef to Christchurch via the TranzAlpine Train
  • Mawhera Greymouth isite Visitor Information Centre

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Today you’ll head north through the historic gold mining region of Hokitika. Known for its Greenstone (Pounamu) this seaside town has a rich history dating back to the 1860’s. Continue on to Greymouth, the largest town on the West Coast where you'll stop for lunch before starting on the next leg of your journey - the TranzAlpine Scenic Train.
  • TranzAlpine: Scenic Train Christchurch - Greymouth

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Considered one of the world's great train journeys, the TranzAlpine Scenic Train takes you from Greymouth to Christchurch. You'll travel across the South Island from the west to the east coast through Arthur's Pass National Park. From the comfort of your carriage see lush beech forest, deep river valleys and the spectacular peaks of the Southern Alps. Descend to the windswept Canterbury Plains before arriving in the city of Christchurch.
  • Christchurch(Pass by)

    Christchurch is known as the gateway to the South Island. Boasting a plethora of activities both inside and outside the town centre.
  • Accommodations
    Choose from a Premium Motel or 4-Star Hotel
    Food And Drinks
    Lunch
Explore Christchurch
  • Christchurch

    5 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Explore Christchurch with your private driver uncovering the magnificent sights of Christchurch City and surroundings. Begin your 5 hour adventure at the City Centre, unlocking all the highlights! Some of the amazing places you will visit are the Botanic gardens, Cathedral, Arts Centre, Cathedral Square, New Regent street, before heading out to the iconic Gondola, sit back and relax as you ride to the top of Mt Cavendish to be greeted with a 360 degree views of the City, while your immersed in the views- take a tour through the time tunnel to learn about the history of the peninsula. Next up you will drive through the Lyttelton tunnel to the famous port, winding your way along the coast to reach Governors bay! Winding up and over the sign of the Takahe, you will see the beautiful sights as you look out over the city, southern alps and coastline!
  • Accommodations
    Choose from a Premium Motel or 4-Star Hotel
Christchurch to Mt Cook National Park
  • Lake Tekapo

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Leave Christchurch behind for a small-group journey crossing the expansive Canterbury Plains and climbing into the high country. Relax in comfort as you head to your first stop in the charming rural township of Geraldine for a morning break. Continue into the dramatic Mackenzie Basin to capture iconic photos of the impossibly blue waters at Lake Tekapo and visit the historic, picturesque The Church of the Good Shepherd.
  • Mt. Cook Village

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    After tracking the edge of Lake Pukaki, arrive at Aoraki / Mount Cook Village in the afternoon, where you will be treated to a complimentary picnic lunch under the shadow of New Zealand's highest peak.
  • Food And Drinks
    Lunch
Mt Cook to Queenstown
  • Queenstown

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Depart Mount Cook Village and journey down one of the country's most scenic roads, tracking the vibrant blue waters of Lake Pukaki with stunning backward views of the Southern Alps. Afterward, continue south to sample ultra-fresh seafood at High Country Salmon, cross the majestic Lindis Pass, and stop for local orchard treats in Cromwell before descending through the rugged Kawarau Gorge into Queenstown where your guide will drop you directly at your accommodation.

What's included

INCLUDED

Shuttle to view Franz Josef Glacier
3 nights accommodation
Brief commentary on board coaches and tours
Lunch (3)
TranzAlpine Scenic Train
Return coach transport from Queenstown

NOT INCLUDED

Meals unless specified
Pre and post tour accommodation
Gratuities
Travel insurance. We recommend travel insurance for all tours

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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