I am interested in this tour package to South Island. I was wondering if this can be customized. Could you also let me know about the accomodations?

Unfortunately we cannot customize our tours, do you have any other specific questions regarding what takes place on this tour that I can help with? For this tour the accommodation is hotel style (with one night in a hostel).

I am wondering if there is an option for private rooms? I'd only like to book if I can have my own room.

I can confirm that we do have single rooms available on this departure date, however, I also must let you know that is currently not a guaranteed departure. The closest departure that is guaranteed is on 23 August.

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New Zealand South Island: Alps & Adrenaline

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Start and end in Christchurch

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Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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Guided in English
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Christchurch
Christchurch
Meals
Dinner (Group dinner)
Day 2
Christchurch to Hamner Springs
Christchurch to Hamner Springs
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Kaikoura
Optional Activities
- Whale watching in Kaikoura: from $175
- Visit Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa: from $40
Landmarks
Kaikoura
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
Day 3
Hamner Springs to Franz Josef Glacier Region
Hamner Springs to Franz Josef Glacier Region
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Hokitika
- Stay in the scenic Franz Josef Glacier region
Optional Activities
- Kayaking on Lake Mapourika: from $149
Landmarks
Hokitika
Lake Mapourika
Franz Josef Glacier
Day 4
Franz Josef Glacier Region
Franz Josef Glacier Region
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Heli-hike excursion in Franz Josef Glacier region: from $795
- Scenic flight over Franz Josef Glacier: from $385
- Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary kayaking experience: from $149
Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary
Day 5
Franz Josef Glacier Region to Wanaka
Franz Josef Glacier Region to Wanaka
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Lake Matheson
- Orientation walk of Wanaka with Trip Leader
Landmarks
Lake Matheson
Wanaka
Day 6
Wanaka to Queenstown
Wanaka to Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner at Fergburger)
Included Activities
- Arrow River Bridges cycle ride
- Orientation walk of Queenstown with Trip Leader
Optional Activities
- Bungy jumping in Queenstown: from $320
- Gondola and luge adventure in Queenstown: from $89
Landmarks
Arrowtown
Arrow River
Queenstown
Day 7
Queenstown
Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Jet boating in Queenstown: from $169
- Canyon swinging in Queenstown: from $295
- Skydiving in Queenstown: prices available locally
Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu
Queenstown Gardens
The Remarkables
Day 8
Queenstown to Te Anau to Queenstown
Queenstown to Te Anau to Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board Milford Sound cruise)
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise on Milford Sound (including lunch)
Landmarks
Fiordland National Park
Milford Sound
Te Anau
Day 9
Queenstown to Lake Tekapo
Queenstown to Lake Tekapo
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Final group dinner)
Included Activities
- Wine tasting in Cromwell
Landmarks
Cromwell
Lake Pukaki
Aoraki/Mount Cook
Lake Tekapo
Day 10
Lake Tekapo to Christchurch
Lake Tekapo to Christchurch
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Church of the Good Shepherd
Landmarks
Church of the Good Shepherd
Christchurch

Landmarks
Kaikoura
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa

Landmarks
Hokitika
Lake Mapourika
Franz Josef Glacier

Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary

Landmarks
Lake Matheson
Wanaka

Landmarks
Arrowtown
Arrow River
Queenstown

Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu
Queenstown Gardens
The Remarkables

Landmarks
Fiordland National Park
Milford Sound
Te Anau

Landmarks
Cromwell
Lake Pukaki
Aoraki/Mount Cook
Lake Tekapo

Landmarks
Church of the Good Shepherd
Christchurch

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Guide
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Additional Services
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Kristina5.0•November 2023
Kelvin was a fantastic toyr guide and driver. He was so calm when things didn't go according to plan, too. I would...
Kelvin was a fantastic toyr guide and driver. He was so calm when things didn't go according to plan, too. I would totaly trust him to live in my apt. in Sweden by himself wile I'm in my koloni summer house twenty minutes away in the city. The bus rides went by so fast. There was comfort, many things to see, and good music. I loved having two days alone in Queenstown. I had fancy seafood and a pavlova by the lake, plus my American Starbucks. I loved lamb twice that was included for me. I felt like it became my own trip despite not feeling like any of the much younger tripmates became my friends. It went by so fast, and I am back in Christchurch.Show more
Henry5.0•May 2023
I had an amazing trip with an amazing group of people! Guy was an excellent guide with great knowledge of everywhere...
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Joel
Asked on November 25th, 2024
I am interested in this tour package to South Island. I was wondering if this can be customized. Could you also let me know about the accomodations?
Accommodation
Tour Details
- TopdeckOperator•Written November 2024
  Unfortunately we cannot customize our tours, do you have any other specific questions regarding what takes place on this tour that I can help with? For this tour the accommodation is hotel style (with one night in a hostel).
- J
  Joel
  Traveler•Written November 2024
  I am actually planning this trip with my partner, so was wondering if the accommodation would be private.
- TopdeckOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes, the hotel rooms are private! You and your partner would have your own room. This would only exclude the one night in the hostel where you would be in a shared space.
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Jonathan
Asked on May 19th, 2024
I am wondering if there is an option for private rooms? I'd only like to book if I can have my own room.
Accommodation
Single supplement
- TopdeckOperator•Written May 2024
  I can confirm that we do have single rooms available on this departure date, however, I also must let you know that is currently not a guaranteed departure. The closest departure that is guaranteed is on 23 August.
- J
  Jonathan
  Traveler•Written May 2024
  When do you know if the tour in July will go ahead?
- TopdeckOperator•Written May 2024
  I have looked into the dates for you and can see the July 12 departure is not guaranteed either, unfortunately. Most of these dates are a little further out from the one you requested, and the one's that are fast approaching do hold some risk when booking as well.

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