On this 9-day private luxury journey from Christchurch to Queenstown, you’ll explore the South Island’s most iconic landscapes in style. You’ll start in Christchurch with private limousine transfers and a walking tour that reveals the city’s historic charm and post-earthquake creativity. You’ll ride the TranzAlpine Train to Arthur’s Pass, enjoying alpine vistas, forests, and rivers, then continue to Mount Cook (Aoraki) to marvel at glacial wonders on the Glacier Explorer and stargazing. From there, you’ll travel through the Mackenzie Basin and Central Otago to Queenstown, where you’ll take a scenic Milford Sound lunch cruise and can choose from optional adventures like hiking, jetboating, wine tasting. You’ll stay in boutique hotels, travel in comfort, and soak in New Zealand’s dramatic mountains, turquoise lakes, and charming towns every step of the way. Please note: You can also take this tour in reverse, from Queenstown to Christchurch. Contact your consultant for more information.
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Collected from your hotel for a private car tour from Christchurch to Mount Cook, this journey promises unforgettable scenery. Get your camera ready as you travel inland from Christchurch, crossing the expansive Canterbury Plains and entering the stunning Mackenzie Country. Along the way, marvel at the majestic Southern Alps and the striking turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki. Your route culminates at Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak, offering breathtaking views that will stay with you long after the trip.
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Enjoy a free day in Queenstown and soak up the adventure capital of New Zealand at your own pace. Stroll along the sparkling lakefront, browse quirky shops and cafes, or simply relax and take in the stunning mountain scenery. With a myriad of activities to choose from, chat with your consultant about optional tours to add a little extra thrill to your day.
Depending on your flight time, take a final moment to enjoy Queenstown at a relaxed pace. Your consultant can help you make the most of these last precious hours.
