A tour of the lower part of the South Island, beginning and finishing in Christchurch. See the enchanting Mount Cook amongst the Southern Alps. Experience some traditional Scottish culture in Dunedin, and see the beautiful Milford Sound. All in six days.
Day 1 Christchurch - Mt Cook
Your tour departs from the Pavilions Hotel, 42 Papanui Road at 8.00am. A city sights tour will highlight the main attractions of Christchurch before travelling across the Canterbury Plains into MacKenzie Country. View the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Collie Dog statue atLake Tekapo. Opportunity to fly over the Southern Alps with Air Safaris (optional), before continuing to Mt Cook National Park. Admire the majesty of Mt Cook before travelling on to Omarama. Heritage Gateway Hotel (1 night)
Day 2 Omarama - Dunedin
Pass large hydro lakes as you travel down the Waitaki Valley to Oamaru and Dunedin the Scottish city. An early arrival allows a choice of excellent optional activities. Combine a Monarch harbour cruise or Newton's Citibus tour to see the penguins, albatross and seals, enjoy the historic and scenic Taieri Gorge train or explore the city only a few minutes walk away. This evening prior to Dinner you will be treated to a traditional Scottish Haggis Ceremony, complete with piper, address to the Haggis and gift. Cargills Hotel (1 night)
Day 3 Dunedin - Lake Manapouri - Te Anau
Visit historic Olveston House, then cross rich farmlands to the agricultural towns of Gore and Lumsden. Visit Lake Manapouri before arriving at Lake Te Anau, Fiordland. National Park Hotel (1 night)
Day 4 Te Anau - Milford Sound
Follow the Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys, pass through the Homer Tunnel and descend into the Cleddau Canyon to reach majestic Milford Sound, dominated by Mitre Peak. A launch cruise takes you to the open sea and the Bowen and Stirling Falls. Return to Te Anau and on to Mossburn, then skirt the shores of Lake Wakatipu to reach Queenstown. Dinner tonight is at the Skyline Restaurant, where both the dining and the views are unsurpassed. Rydges Hotel (2 nights)
Day 5 Queenstown
A day to explore the many delights of this alpine resort. Try the famous Shotover Jet, an excursion to Skippers Canyon or a steamer cruise aboard the historic Earnslaw. Alternatively, explore Queenstown's many boutiques and galleries - your Coach Captain will be pleased to advise.
Day 6 Queenstown - Christchurch
Farewell your fellow travellers this morning and journey by scheduled public coach back to Christchurch today, through the rugged Kawarau Gorge and alongside the gold bearing Clutha River. Traverse the Lindis Pass to Omarama, Twizel and Tekapo to reach Christchurch late in the afternoon where your tour concludes on arrival.
Note: Schedules may be subject to seasonal variation.
Extend your stay in Queenstown: This can be arranged when making your reservations.
HIGHLIGHTS- Sightseeing tours of Christchurch and Dunedin
- World renowned Mt Cook Region
- Traditional Scottish Haggis Ceremony
- Spectacular Southern Lakes
- Awe inspiring Milford Sound
- Fiordland National Park
- Picturesque Queenstown
- Dinner at Skyline Restaurant
- Olveston House
- Milford Sound Launch Cruise
ScenicPacific Tours, based in Christchurch and Auckland, offer the combined experience with two of New Zealand's leading coach and tour operators, with affiliations to the New Zealand Bus & Coach Association, the Tourism Industry Association of New Zealand, the Overseas Tour Operators Association and the Inbound Tour Operators Council.
Visitors are assured of a wonderful New Zealand experience with:- The knowledge of traveling with an experienced tour operator
- Wide choice of tours and timetabled services every day
- Daily guaranteed departures on our Independent tours
- Centrally located hotels and motels for all overnight tours
- Train and national park inclusions where possible
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