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New Zealand South to North Drive, Cruise & Rail

14 days
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From Queenstown to Auckland
4.0
2 traveler reviews
  • Majestic view of Milford Sound with mountains and reflections on the water.
  • Auckland skyline at night with reflections in the water.
  • View of Franz Josef Glacier with surrounding mountains and reflections.
  • Train passing through lush landscape with mountains in the background.
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  • I was able to experience New Zealand from bottom to top.

    New Zealand South to North Drive, Cruise & Rail reviewer 1
    David, traveled in May
    5.0
  • Glacier surrounded by lush green mountains and riverbed.

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Operator
Travel Made Easy Pty Ltd
Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 8+

Places You’ll See

  • Queenstown
    Queenstown
  • Milford Sound
    Milford Sound
  • Greymouth
    Greymouth
  • Christchurch
    Christchurch
  • Wellington
    Wellington
  • Auckland
    Auckland
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Highlights

  • Explore Queenstown's historic Arrowtown
  • Cruise overnight on Milford Mariner
  • Ride the TranzAlpine Scenic Train
  • Tour Christchurch on a heritage tram
  • Travel Auckland with a hop-on hop-off bus

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive Queenstown
  2. Day 2 Explore Queenstown and surrounds
  3. Day 3 Drive to Milford Sound for overnight cruise
  4. Day 4 Drive to Milford Sound to Queenstown
  5. Day 5 Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier (via Wanaka)
  6. Day 6 Explore Franz Josef Glacier
  7. Day 7 Franz Josef to Greymouth Train Station
  8. Day 8 Explore Christchurch
  9. Day 9 Christchurch to Wellington
  10. Day 10 Wellington Free Day
  11. Day 11 Wellington to Auckland by train
  12. Day 12 Hop on Hop off Bus Auckland
  13. Day 13 Free day to Explore Auckland
  14. Day 14 Depart Auckland
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Travel Made Easy Pty Ltd

4.1
(42 reviews)

Number of tours

27

Age Range

18 to 85 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

92%

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Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

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Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Customer Reviews

  • New Zealand South to North Drive, Cruise & Rail reviewer 1
    · June 27th, 2025
    Lack of local staff to speak too.
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    Trip date: June 2025
  • DW
    · May 22nd, 2025
    Well organized. I was able to experience New Zealand from bottom to top.
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    Trip date: January 2025

What our customers ask about this tour

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  • F

    Floor

    Asked on March 17th, 2025

    Are twin share rooms available for female travelers?

    Accommodation
  • R

    Robin

    Asked on August 30th, 2024

    Is there an option for additional nights after the tour?

    Accommodation
  • I

    Ilham

    Asked on August 25th, 2024

    What is included in the tour regarding transportation?

    Transport
    • Travel Made Easy Pty LtdOperator•Written August 2024

      The tour includes all necessary transportation including car hire, train journeys, and cruises.

  • M

    Madagascar

    Asked on August 7th, 2024

    What are the costs for a solo traveler?

    Price / Availability
    Single supplement
    • Travel Made Easy Pty LtdOperator•Written August 2024

      The total cost for a single traveler is dependent on the arrangements chosen, including accommodation and additional services.

  • V

    Victoria

    Asked on July 23rd, 2024

    Are transfers included in the tour price?

    Flights / Transfers
  • M

    Mario

    Asked on March 8th, 2024

    How do I inquire about group rates?

    Group size
    Price / Availability
    • Travel Made Easy Pty LtdOperator•Written March 2024

      You can contact us for a group quotation, which can be deducted from the tour cost upon booking.

  • A

    Anika

    Asked on January 21st, 2024

    What activities are offered on this tour?

    Tour Details
    • Travel Made Easy Pty LtdOperator•Written January 2024

      Activities include day hikes, scenic cruises, and guided tours in various locations.

  • K

    Karell

    Asked on January 21st, 2024

    What is the age range for this tour?

    Age Range
    • Travel Made Easy Pty LtdOperator•Written January 2024

      This tour is suitable for all age ranges, including families and adults.

  • J

    Jess

    Asked on November 5th, 2023

    Can this tour accommodate dietary restrictions?

    Meals
    • Travel Made Easy Pty LtdOperator•Written November 2023

      We can assist with dietary restrictions as necessary. We will inform all hotels of your dietary needs.

  • A

    Anton

    Asked on September 14th, 2023

    How does the single supplement work?

    Single supplement
    • Travel Made Easy Pty LtdOperator•Written September 2023

      The single supplement is an additional fee for solo travelers to guarantee their own room.

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Tour ID: 248199

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    • For any tour departing before May 5th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 5th, 2026, a minimum payment of 50% is required to confirm your booking with Travel Made Easy Pty Ltd. 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 95 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 Travel Made Easy Pty Ltd will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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