
Southern Pioneer
- Tour Operator:
- Haka Tours
- Max group size:
- 11
- Age range:
- 30 to 70
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 115423
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Enjoy glamping under the southern skies at Wanaka
- Journey over the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine Train
- Let loose in the adventure capital of Queenstown
- Cruise on the magical waters of Milford Sound
- Travel past crystal clear lakes and towering mountains
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Christchurch
- Day 2 Christchurch to Ohau (via Lake Tekapo)
- Day 3 Ohau to Queenstown
- Day 4 Queenstown
- Day 5 Queenstown to Wanaka
- Day 6 Wanaka
- Day 7 Wanaka to Franz Josef
- Day 8 Franz Josef
- Day 9 Franz Josef to Christchurch
- Day 10 Christchurch
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Operated by Haka Tours
Haka Tours was born over a decade ago from the dreams of one man who wanted to reimagine how small group adventure tours were run. From the very first tour in June 2007 until now there’s been no looking back, and 12 years on we’re incredibly proud to be regarded as New Zealand’s leading small group adventure operator. As we’ve grown, we’ve stayed true to our core values which remain the key to our success. Ultimately, when you travel with Haka, you’re not travelling with a multinational corporate or a big international brand, but with an authentic, locally-owned business that puts you, the customer, at the centre of everything we do.
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingRather poor
- ItineraryAverage
- GuideRather poor
- TransportAverage
- AccommodationAverage
- FoodAverage
- Suzannie· January 10th, 2023Poor experience, wouldn't recommend Dec. 2022 • I was a part of the PREMIUM NEW ZEALAND GUIDED TOUR- SOUTHERN PIONEER from December 23, 2022 to Jan 1 2023, paying $NZ 3,599. Advertised: You’ll stay in trendy hotels, boutique motels, lodges, and... Show moreTrip date: December 2022
- HSHeather· January 3rd, 2023I was disappointed with the quality of experience in comparison to how it was described by the provider. The accommodation and the comfort of the bus experience was not at the standard I was expecting or as advertised. The included activities were not... Show moreTrip date: December 2022
- SPSeema· January 6th, 2020As a driver getting from location A to B, or excursion X, the guide was capable. But he was unhelpful and provided little information on things to do outside of paid excursions. (I.e. in wanaka....made no mention of wanaka tree, or another hiking... Show moreHaka Tours commented on this reviewKia Ora Seema, Thank you so much for your email and taking the time to write to us. We highly value guest feedback in order to continually improve the guest experience on our tours. We are proud of our passionate and experienced tour guides, and... Show moreTrip date: December 2019
Dates & Availability





Pay-by-instalments
Take advantage of our 0% interest instalment plan on selected departures. Learn More
- Tuesday3 Oct, 2023Thursday12 Oct, 2023English$2,673
- Get Instant ConfirmationTuesday10 Oct, 2023Thursday19 Oct, 2023English$2,673
- Get Instant ConfirmationFriday13 Oct, 2023Sunday22 Oct, 2023English$2,673
- Get Instant ConfirmationFriday27 Oct, 2023Sunday5 Nov, 2023English$2,673
- Get Instant ConfirmationFriday3 Nov, 2023Sunday12 Nov, 2023English$2,673
- Saturday11 Nov, 2023Monday20 Nov, 2023English$2,673
- -10%Get Instant ConfirmationTuesday14 Nov, 2023Thursday23 Nov, 2023English$2,680$2,412
- -10%Friday17 Nov, 2023Sunday26 Nov, 2023English$2,680$2,412
- -10%Get Instant ConfirmationTuesday28 Nov, 2023Thursday7 Dec, 2023English$2,680$2,412
- -10%Get Instant ConfirmationWednesday29 Nov, 2023Friday8 Dec, 2023English$2,680$2,412Only Pay $80 Deposit
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