The Southern Drift

11 nights from £6788

11 nights

The Southern Drift

Experience the best of the South Island of New Zealand on this 12-day guided tour

£7145 pp excluding flights £650 per night
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Experience the best of the South Island of New Zealand on this 12-day guided tour. Travel on the Tranzalpine, one of the great train journeys of the world to the wild West Coast. Discover the Franz Josef Glacier on a guided walk with local experts. Journey along the Haast River in an enclosed jet boat, then travel to the picturesque mining village of Arrowtown. Take time to explore the charming town of Queenstown: here, you can choose a guided e-bike tour or join a boutique wine tour, then dine on exceptional fare at one of its most exclusive restaurants. Journey through Fiordland National Park to Milford Sound, where you’ll enjoy a half-day guided walk along the famous Milford Track — the finest walk in the world. Travel to the Edinburgh of the south, Dunedin, to sample craft gin at Dunedin Craft Distillers. End your adventure in Christchurch, where you will toast to your travels during a celebration dinner.
  • Lake Wakatipu: Experience the Walter Peak Eco Experience, combining conservation, horticulture, and eco-tourism.
  • Ride the scenic Lake trail in Queenstown and discover hidden gems while learning local history.
  • Sample botanical spirits made from surplus bread in Dunedin, reducing landfill waste.
  • Traverse the brilliant blue ice of Franz Josef Glacier on a guided valley walk.
  • Cruise down the Haast River, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and untouched rainforest.
  • Explore the historic gold mining town of Arrowtown and indulge in wine tasting in Gibbston Valley.
  • Embark on an overnight nature cruise on Doubtful Sound, surrounded by ancient valleys and waterfalls.
  • Visit the Highlands Motorsport Museum and enjoy real fruit ice-cream at Mrs Jones Orchard.
Accommodation is included at all hotels during the tour, featuring stays at luxurious locations such as Hotel Montreal in Christchurch, Te Waonui Forest Retreat in Franz Josef, Edgewater Wanaka Hotel, The Rees Hotel in Queenstown, and Distinction Dunedin Hotel, ensuring comfort and relaxation throughout your journey.
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