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New Zealand South Island: Alps & Adrenaline

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Start and end in Christchurch
4.6 (4,741 reviews)
  • A river leading to a glacier surrounded by mountains.
  • A group of people posing by a scenic lake surrounded by mountains.
  • Group of people in snowy mountains, posing happily.
  • Two people walking on a scenic path through fields with mountains in the background.
  • A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline and blue ocean.
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Adventure & Adrenaline
Seek thrilling adventures that keep you moving
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 10 - 18
Ages 18-32
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Christchurch

    Christchurch
    Meals
    Dinner (Group dinner)
    Landmarks
    Christchurch
  2. 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
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  3. 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
    Franz Josef Glacier
    Lake Mapourika
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  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
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  7. 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
  8. Day 8

    Queenstown to Milford Sound to Queenstown

    Queenstown to Milford Sound 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
  9. 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
  10. Day 10

    Lake Tekapo to Christchurch

    Lake Tekapo to Christchurch
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Church of the Good Shepherd
    Landmarks
    Church of the Good Shepherd
    Christchurch

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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?

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    • 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).

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      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.

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    • 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.

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      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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