What time and exact location in Christchurch do we depart from on the 5th morning? Would it be alright to arrive at 10 am at the airport on the 5th?

The tour departs from Christchurch approximately 08:00 AM on the 5th morning (first day of tour), typically from the designated hotel where the group is staying, so arriving at the airport at 10:00 AM would likely mean missing the departure and is not recommended. It's highly recommended to book a pre-night stay in Christchurch, as the tour begins early the next morning and includes a kickstart meeting at 6:00 PM the evening before departure.

Do you allow a person on wheelchair to join

We are very excited to hear from you! Of course we do allow travellers with wheelchair. In most cases, you can bring a wheelchair/walker on your trip, provided you are accompanied by someone willing to offer personal assistance. Due to limited space and weight restrictions in the luggage hold, only one wheelchair can be accommodated per trip/tour on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that certain services provided by third parties, such as meals in hotels/restaurants, accessible rooms, and specific room types and locations, are beyond our direct control. While we will make every effort to meet guest/traveler requirements, we cannot guarantee them. Please be advised that Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate.

Is this safe for solo female travelers? what is the difficulty level for this trekking? from 1 to 5? I'm weighing my options for a nature gateway in November, and this tour looks great.

Contiki Holidays is known for being a safe option for travelers of all genders, including solo travelers. The company has a good reputation for creating inclusive and secure travel experiences. Additionally, we can say that the tour level is rated 5, indicating that it requires good fitness due to the extensive walking involved each day. This implies that participants should be prepared for an active and physically demanding itinerary.

What time will we meet at the airport? And what time will we return to the airport on the last day?

The start location of the trip will be at Christchurch, and it will start 08:00 am in the morning. However, the kickstart meeting begins at 18:00 the night before the trip, on which pre-accommodation is recommended. And with regards to the airport transfer, unfortunately this service is unavailable, and we suggest our guests to make their own arrangements for their arrival and departure on the tour.

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Start and end in Christchurch

4.7

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Operator: Contiki
Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Christchurch to Fox Glacier
Meals
Dinner (2-course dinner)
Accommodation
Hotel (Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier (or similar))
Landmarks
Christchurch
Arthur's Pass National Park
Westland Tai Poutini National Park
Hokitika
Fox Glacier
Day 2
Fox Glacier
Meals
Dinner (Dinner at a rustic 150-year-old hotel with mountain backdrop)
Accommodation
Hotel (The Brownston Hostel (or similar)), Hotel (A conveniently located hostel)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Fox Glacier
Optional Activities
- E-bike tour
- Helicopter flight over the glacier with landing option
Landmarks
Fox Glacier
Day 3
Fox Glacier
Accommodation
Hotel (The Brownston Hostel (or similar)), Hotel (A conveniently located hostel)
Optional Activities
- Breakfast at local cafes
- Via ferrata
- Hiking
- Skydiving
- Dinner by the lake
Landmarks
Mount Aspiring National Park
Day 4
Fox Glacier to Queenstown
Accommodation
Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront (or similar))
Included Activities
- Bungy jumping at the world's first commercial bungy jumping site
Optional Activities
- Breakfast in Fox Glacier town
- Dining at Skyline restaurant
Landmarks
Arrowtown
Queenstown
Skyline Queenstown
Day 5
Queenstown (Routeburn Track)
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront (or similar))
Included Activities
- Routeburn Track guided hike (19 km)
- Wildlife talk from Routeburn Dart Wildlife Trust about NZ conservation efforts
Optional Activities
- Queenstown nightlife
Landmarks
Routeburn Track
Day 6
Queenstown
Accommodation
Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Boat trip
- Vineyard tour
- E-biking experience
- Ziplining adventure
- Adventure canyoning
Landmarks
Queenstown
Day 7
Queenstown
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Skydiving
- Bungy jumping
- Catapult activities
- Self-guided exploration of Queenstown
Landmarks
Queenstown
Day 8
Queenstown to Tekapo
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Twizel surrounded by natural beauty)
Accommodation
Hotel (The Godley Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Hike underneath Aoraki Mount Cook
Optional Activities
- Hot pool experience in Tekapo
Landmarks
Twizel
Aoraki Mount Cook
Tekapo
Day 9
Tekapo to Christchurch
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Grand Traverse Flight
Optional Activities
- Local shopping in Christchurch
Landmarks
Tekapo
Christchurch
Canterbury Plains

Landmarks
Christchurch
Arthur's Pass National Park
Westland Tai Poutini National Park
Hokitika
Fox Glacier

Landmarks
Fox Glacier

Landmarks
Mount Aspiring National Park

Landmarks
Arrowtown
Queenstown
Skyline Queenstown

Landmarks
Routeburn Track

Landmarks
Queenstown

Landmarks
Queenstown

Landmarks
Twizel
Aoraki Mount Cook
Tekapo

Landmarks
Tekapo
Christchurch
Canterbury Plains

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What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier (or similar)
Hotel
day 1
The Brownston Hostel (or similar)
Hotel
Days 2, 3
A conveniently located hostel
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront (or similar)
Hotel
Days 4, 5, 6, 7
The Godley Hotel (or similar)
Hotel
day 8

Operated by

Contiki

4.7

(6,240 reviews)

Number of tours

492

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

11 hours

Response rate

92%

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Reviews from other tours by Contiki

Tour Operator
4.7

Nigel
March 10th, 2024
5
Great experience for this tour.. would rate this as 5stars.. made new friends along the way
Jinyoung
February 3rd, 2024
5
Get more money for activities you will not regret

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Ross
Asked on October 19th, 2025
What time and exact location in Christchurch do we depart from on the 5th morning? Would it be alright to arrive at 10 am at the airport on the 5th?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2025
  The tour departs from Christchurch approximately 08:00 AM on the 5th morning (first day of tour), typically from the designated hotel where the group is staying, so arriving at the airport at 10:00 AM would likely mean missing the departure and is not recommended. It's highly recommended to book a pre-night stay in Christchurch, as the tour begins early the next morning and includes a kickstart meeting at 6:00 PM the evening before departure.
- R
  Ross
  Traveler•Written October 2025
  What is the designated hotel the group will be staying at? Does that mean there will be a room provided for the 4th February night? If so, will it be alright to arrive on the 4th at roughly 11:00 PM?
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2025
  The designated hotel for the group in Christchurch is expected to be Drifter Christchurch at both the beginning and end of the tour. A room for the night of February 4th is not automatically included, but if you plan to arrive around 11:00 PM, that's absolutely fine as long as you book a pre-night hotel accommodation.
- R
  Ross
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  Is the trip no longer available?
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2025
  The 05 February 2026 departure is already closed. The next available departure is on 26 February 2026, and the cost is US$1,805.00 per person based on twin room occupancy. Please note, Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate.
S
Sean
Asked on January 10th, 2025
Do you allow a person on wheelchair to join
Tour Details
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2025
  We are very excited to hear from you! Of course we do allow travellers with wheelchair. In most cases, you can bring a wheelchair/walker on your trip, provided you are accompanied by someone willing to offer personal assistance. Due to limited space and weight restrictions in the luggage hold, only one wheelchair can be accommodated per trip/tour on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that certain services provided by third parties, such as meals in hotels/restaurants, accessible rooms, and specific room types and locations, are beyond our direct control. While we will make every effort to meet guest/traveler requirements, we cannot guarantee them. Please be advised that Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate.
L
Lynda
Asked on June 24th, 2024
Is this safe for solo female travelers? what is the difficulty level for this trekking? from 1 to 5? I'm weighing my options for a nature gateway in November, and this tour looks great.
Tour Details
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2024
  Contiki Holidays is known for being a safe option for travelers of all genders, including solo travelers. The company has a good reputation for creating inclusive and secure travel experiences. Additionally, we can say that the tour level is rated 5, indicating that it requires good fitness due to the extensive walking involved each day. This implies that participants should be prepared for an active and physically demanding itinerary.
L
Leanne
Asked on October 18th, 2023
What time will we meet at the airport? And what time will we return to the airport on the last day?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2023
  The start location of the trip will be at Christchurch, and it will start 08:00 am in the morning. However, the kickstart meeting begins at 18:00 the night before the trip, on which pre-accommodation is recommended. And with regards to the airport transfer, unfortunately this service is unavailable, and we suggest our guests to make their own arrangements for their arrival and departure on the tour.
- L
  Leanne
  Traveler•Written October 2023
  Is it possible to proceed with the installment plan after the first payment?
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2023
  The initial reservations deposit for this tour will be $200.00, and the final payment due date will be 60 days prior to the start of the tour.

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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 May 19th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 19th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. 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 65 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 Contiki will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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Active New Zealand

Itinerary

Christchurch to Fox Glacier

Fox Glacier

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Fox Glacier

Optional Activities

Fox Glacier to Queenstown

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Queenstown (Routeburn Track)

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Queenstown

Optional Activities

Queenstown

Optional Activities

Queenstown to Tekapo

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Tekapo to Christchurch

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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