Christchurch to Queenstown Tours
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10 best Christchurch to Queenstown tour packages
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- South Island Snow Safari
- 3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer
- Premium New Zealand South Island
- New Zealand South Island Adventure (12 destinations)
- South Island Wilderness Encounter - 14 Day
- NZ Adrenalin
- Aoraki/Mount Cook & Southern Lakes Gravel
- Great West Coast Cycle
- New Zealand South Island Adventure (15 destinations)
- NZ Adventure South
South Island Snow Safari
36 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Such a great way to snowboard in NZ, much easier than trying to organize all the logistics yourself.”
drmonibwatersgmailcom, traveled in August
Starting in Christchurch at Mt Hutt's 365ha terrain, the route continues through Lake Tekapo and Ohau before reaching Wanaka's Treble Cone. The final days in Queenstown showcase Cardrona, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables, creating perfect South Island winter progression.
Duration 8 days Destinations Christchurch, Mount Hutt, Lake Tekapo, Lake Ohau, Lake Wanaka, Wanaka, Cardrona, Queenstown, The Remarkables Age Range 18 to 65 year olds Operator Haka Tours From
- US$1,710
3 Day Aoraki Mt. Cook Explorer
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Excellent trip overall. The next night our buffet dinner was included but there was a mix up and the hotel tried to charge us.”
Penny, traveled in December
The path leads from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo's turquoise waters, followed by Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. Travel through Omarama and the Lindis Pass to reach Queenstown. A Tasman Glacier boat tour and visit to Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre highlight this 3-day route.
Duration 3 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Queenstown Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operator Thrifty Tours From
- US$684
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Greymouth, Punakaiki, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Makarora, Wanaka, Milford Sound, Te Anau, QueenstownSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Premium From
- US$6,570
The route winds from Christchurch through Hanmer Springs' hot pools and Reefton's gold fields, leading to Fox Glacier and Wanaka's lakeside beauty. A passage over Crown Range leads to Queenstown, with visits to Te Anau and Milford Sound before reaching Stewart Island's wilderness.
Duration 12 days Destinations Christchurch, Westport, Punakaiki, Hokitika, Fox Glacier, Wanaka, Queenstown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Stewart Island Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From
- US$4,800
From Christchurch, the TranzAlpine train crosses the Southern Alps to reach Punakaiki's Pancake Rocks and Franz Josef Glacier. The route continues through Haast Pass to Wanaka, concluding in Queenstown after visiting Milford Sound's majestic fiords.
Duration 14 days Destinations Christchurch, Greymouth, Punakaiki, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound Age Range 4 to 99 year olds Operator Discover New Zealand From
- US$4,801
NZ Adrenalin
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The total holiday was brilliant. Well organized, lots of fun.”
A, traveled in February
From Christchurch's Port Hills ziplines through Lake Tekapo's starlit skies and Wanaka's climbing bluffs, the adventure culminates in Queenstown. Highlights include Milford Sound kayaking and Shotover Canyon jet boating in the adventure capital.
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Methven, Geraldine, Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, Twizel, Omarama, Wanaka, Queenstown, Milford SoundSee all destinations Age Range up to 65 year olds Operator Adventure Junkies From
- US$3,407
Aoraki/Mount Cook & Southern Lakes Gravel
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour group was very good. What more could you ask for?”
James, traveled in March
The 518km route takes you from Christchurch's Port Hills through Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook Village, and Oamaru to Queenstown. Pass through Canterbury Plains, Mackenzie Basin's glacial lakes, and Central Otago's historic rail trails, ending at vibrant Lake Wakatipu.
Duration 7 days Destinations Christchurch, Fairlie, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Lake Ohau, Oamaru, Ranfurly, Clyde, Queenstown Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Adventure South From
- US$2,460
The TranzAlpine train leaves Christchurch, followed by cycling through Greymouth, Franz Josef Glacier, and Fox Glacier. Cross the dramatic Haast Pass to reach Lake Wanaka's shores, finally arriving in Queenstown after a scenic ride through Kawerau Gorge.
Duration 8 days Destinations Christchurch, Greymouth, Franz Josef, Fox Glacier, Haast, Makarora, Wanaka, Queenstown Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Adventure South From
- US$2,860
Duration 12 days Destinations Christchurch, Westport, Punakaiki, Kumara, Hokitika, Okarito, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef, Wanaka, QueenstownSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From
- US$4,930
NZ Adventure South
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary was amazing and I really enjoyed stopping at certain locations to spend some time exploring and taking in the views.”
Elisha, traveled in April
The route weaves from Christchurch through Lake Tekapo's turquoise waters and Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park. Moving on to Wanaka for lakeside adventures, visiting Milford Sound's majestic fjords, and finishing in Queenstown with high-speed jet boating thrills.
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Wanaka, Milford Sound, Queenstown Age Range 18 to 45 year olds Operator INTRO Travel From
- US$1,299
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