Itinerary
- Day 1
Christchurch
- Day 2
Akaroa
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Nature cruise on Akaroa Harbour to see New Zealand fur seals, white-flippered blue penguins, and Hector's dolphins
- Explore Akaroa village with colonial architecture, galleries, and cafes
Landmarks Akaroa Harbour 
- Day 3
Christchurch to Franz Josef
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- TranzAlpine train journey in first-class carriages with panoramic windows and audio commentary
- Private jade carving demonstration with a traditional carver in Greymouth
Landmarks Canterbury Plains Waimakariri River Arthur's Pass National Park Franz Josef Glacier 
- Day 4
Franz Josef
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Franz Josef Valley with local guide including glacier history and legend of Ka Roimate o Hine Hukatere
- Climb to Glacier Viewpoint for views of Franz Josef Glacier
Optional Activities
- Kayak tour on Franz Josef Valley waters
- Walking tracks through Franz Josef area
- Scenic flightseeing tour
- Helicopter tour
- West Coast Wildlife Centre visit
- Glacier hot pools
Landmarks Franz Josef Valley Franz Josef Glacier West Coast Wildlife Centre - Day 5
Franz Josef to Wanaka
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Dinner at a local restaurant in Wanaka
Optional Activities
- Paddle boarding on Lake Wanaka
- Kayaking on Lake Wanaka
- Horseback riding tour
- Mt Iron climb for views of Southern Alps, Pisa Range, and Lake Wanaka
Landmarks Haast Pass Lake Wanaka Mt Iron Pisa Range 
- Day 6
Wanaka to Te Anau
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Broken Heart Spirits Distillery in Queenstown with tasting of award-winning spirits
Landmarks Broken Heart Spirits Distillery Lake Te Anau Mt Luxmore Murchison Mountains 
- Day 7
Te Anau to Queenstown
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Cruise through Milford Sound UNESCO World Heritage Site past waterfalls, dramatic cliffs, and mountain peaks with wildlife viewing
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Queenstown lake
- Wine tasting at regional wineries
- Dining at Queenstown restaurants
Landmarks Milford Sound Lake Wakatipu 
- Day 8
Queenstown
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at Bob's Peak with scenic views)
Included Activities
- Scenic gondola ride to Bob's Peak with farewell dinner and views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and Remarkable Mountains
Optional Activities
- Jet boat ride on the Dart River
- Self-guided cycling tour
- Lord of the Rings tour of filming locations
- Fergburger meal
- Regional wine tasting
- Scenic helicopter flight
- Shopping and art gallery browsing in Queenstown
Landmarks Bob's Peak Dart River Remarkable Mountains - Day 9
Queenstown
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extra nights in Queenstown available for purchase
