Overview
Starting and finishing in Christchurch, this journey takes in the very best of New Zealand’s South Island — a part of the world where the scenery barely lets up. Watch whales off the Kaikoura coast, soak in natural thermal springs, and stand among ancient glaciers and rainforest.
| Duration | 15 days / 14 nights |
|---|---|
| Starts | Christchurch, South Island |
| Ends | Christchurch, South Island |
| Destinations | Abel Tasman National Park, Christchurch, Dunedin, Franz Josef, Hanmer Springs, Kaikoura, Milford Sound, Mount Cook, Punakaiki, Queenstown |
| Code | UKNZB2615DSA |
Holiday Highlights
- Watch for whales on a cruise off the Kaikoura coast
- Ride the TranzAlpine through the heart of the Southern Alps
- Spend a night aboard an overnight cruise on Milford Sound
- Take a wilderness jet-boat safari on the Dart River
Inclusions
- 13 nights of hand-picked accommodation, from 4 to 5-star
- 15-day car hire (Ford Focus Hybrid 2WD or similar) with nil insurance excess
- TranzAlpine rail journey and scenic nature tour
- Whale-watch cruise in Kaikoura
- Entry to Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools
- Pitt Head cruise and walk, Abel Tasman National Park
- Milford Sound overnight cruise
- Dart River wilderness safari
- The Olveston House experience
- Glacier Explorer boat trip
Optional add-ons
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Terms and Conditions
Back to topPackage price is based on 2 adults and is priced in Great British Pounds. Pricing is a guide only and correct at the time of submission but is subject to change without notice. Valid for travel from 01 Oct 2026 – 31 Mar 2027. Blackout dates & surcharges may apply over special event periods and over school holidays. Inclusions are subject to change based on operational capabilities. Car hire terms & conditions are dependent on carrier, refer to quote for details. Domestic flights not included. Return international flights not included.
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