Deals of The Week:  World Tourism Day  Up to 50% OFF

Deals end: 28 Sep, 2023
4.0
1 review
Southern Lakes (with TranzAlpine) - 6 Day Self Drive Tour - Discover New Zealand

Southern Lakes (with TranzAlpine) - 6 Day Self Drive Tour

6 days
•
4.0
(1)
Start and end in Christchurch
Tour Operator:
Discover New Zealand
Max group size:
10
Age range:
2 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
161894
From
US $1,124
Save and compare this adventure
Pay over time with smaller, interest-free instalments. Learn More
Book once and share the cost with split payments. Learn More
Plan your adventure:

Places You’ll See

  • Christchurch
    Christchurch
  • Queenstown
    Queenstown
  • Wanaka
    Wanaka
  • Greymouth
    Greymouth
Image of a map showing the route of the tour

Highlights

  • Drive at your own pace in your own rental car
  • Journey over mountain vistas on the iconic TranzAlpine
  • Take the extraordinary drive along West Coast Road
  • Visit idyllic Wanaka before driving through Haast Pass

Ready-to-book adventures, personalized

  • Personal

    Make your adventure more you

  • Private

    Enjoy a tour focused solely on your travel group

  • Professional

    Access our Travel Experts’ insider knowledge

  • Protected

    Travel within your own bubble

Itinerary

Start and end in Christchurch! With the In-depth Cultural tour Southern Lakes (with TranzAlpine) - 6 Day Self Drive Tour, you have a 6 days tour package taking you through Christchurch, New Zealand and 5 other destinations in New Zealand. Southern Lakes (with TranzAlpine) - 6 Day Self Drive Tour includes accommodation, transport and more.
Expand All
  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Christchurch City
  2. Day 2 Collect your rental car this morning, then you'll enjoy a scenic drive through Canterbury and the MacKenzie Country
  3. Day 3 Follow the dry lands to Lindis Pass which leads into Central Otago, then through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown
  4. Day 4 Take the Crown Range Road to Wanaka before travelling the spectacular Haast Pass to the West Coast
  5. Day 5 Drive north along the stunning West Coast Road and take the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
  6. Day 6 Depart Christchurch today
Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

What's Included

Expand All
  • Accommodation
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

    Motel
    5 nights

    Operated by Discover New Zealand

    4.5
    (12)

    Discover New Zealand is your one stop shop for all your New Zealand touring package needs. Enjoy all the advantages of planning your New Zealand experience with help from a team with a long history of showing travelers around NZ and creating magic memories. Established in 1987 we are your best choice when it comes to self-drive touring around New Zealand. Our extensive range of customizable tours reflect 30 years of experience of tour development and trip planning experience and we cater to every traveler's needs.

    Read more

    Your Peace of Mind Options

    Cancellation Policy

    A transparent overview of applicable fees.

    Travel Insurance

    Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

    Explore your options

    Customer Reviews

    • VT
      · October 29th, 2022
      Very good selection and to cover the South Island in the shortest possible time, by far an excellent tour. However, it felt like too much driving and not enough relaxation. Car rental company charged the credit card in addition, even though we filled... Show more
      Discover New Zealand commented on this review
      Dear Voicu Tietu, Thank you so much for your kind review. There is so much to do and see here in New Zealand that it might feel overwhelming for some, but we are glad that you enjoyed the tour with us. Sad to hear about your experience with the rental... Show more
      Trip date: October 2022

    Dates & Availability

    6 days
    Southern Lakes (with TranzAlpine) - 6 Day Self Drive Tour
    From Christchurch to Christchurch
    No credit card fees

    Pay-by-instalments

    Take advantage of our 0% interest instalment plan on selected departures. Learn More

    Select a departure month
    • Upcoming departures
    • September 2023
    • October 2023
    • November 2023
    • December 2023
    • January 2024
    • February 2024
    • March 2024
    • April 2024
    • May 2024
    • June 2024
    • July 2024
    • August 2024
    • September 2024
    Select The Travel Month
    Upcoming departures
    • Tuesday
      26 Sep, 2023
      Sunday
      1 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,124
    • Wednesday
      27 Sep, 2023
      Monday
      2 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,124
    • Thursday
      28 Sep, 2023
      Tuesday
      3 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,124
    • Friday
      29 Sep, 2023
      Wednesday
      4 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,124
    • Saturday
      30 Sep, 2023
      Thursday
      5 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,124
    • Sunday
      1 Oct, 2023
      Friday
      6 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,236
    • Monday
      2 Oct, 2023
      Saturday
      7 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,236
    • Tuesday
      3 Oct, 2023
      Sunday
      8 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,236
    • Wednesday
      4 Oct, 2023
      Monday
      9 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,236
    • Thursday
      5 Oct, 2023
      Tuesday
      10 Oct, 2023
      English
      Multiple Room Types
      $1,236

    Frequently Asked Questions

    We are there for you! If you have any questions about this tour, then please don't hesitate to contact us 24/7 and we will get back to you latest within 2 hours!

    Got a question about this tour?

    Reach out to our travel experts.

    Good to Know

    • Currency
      $
      New Zealand Dollar
      New Zealand
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type I.

      Type I
      New Zealand
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before November 22nd, 2023 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 22nd, 2023, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Discover New Zealand. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Discover New Zealand will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
      • The following cards are accepted for "Discover New Zealand" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
    • Cancellation Policy
    • Accessibility
      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
    • People also viewed

    Keep Exploring New Zealand