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Premium New Zealand South Island (16 destinations)

10 days
From Christchurch to Queenstown
5.0
2 traveler reviews

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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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 1 - 12
Ages 15+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Christchurch

    Meals
    Dinner (Three-course welcome dinner at a restaurant featuring Canterbury produce and celebrating local producers with a focus on sustainability)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome meeting
    • Welcome dinner at local restaurant featuring Canterbury produce
  2. Day 2

    Christchurch - Punakaiki

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Moana)

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led orientation walk around Christchurch landmarks
    • Drive through Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill
    • Stop at Lake Brunner
    • Pounamu (Greenstone) studio visit in Greymouth
    • Monteith's Brewery tour and tasting
    Landmarks
    Arthur's Pass
    Castle Hill
    Lake Brunner
    Punakaiki Rocks and Blowholes
    Paparoa National Park
  3. Day 3

    Hokitika - Franz Josef

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Punakaiki Rocks and Blowholes exploration
    • Hokitika treetop walk through ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy
    • West Coast Wildlife Centre private ranger-guided tour
    Landmarks
    Punakaiki Rocks and Blowholes
    West Coast Wildlife Centre
  4. Day 4

    Franz Josef

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Self-guided walk to Franz Josef Glacier

    Optional Activities

    • Heli-hiking tour - from NZD695
    • Kayaking excursion - from NZD149
    • Lake Mapourika scenic cruise - NZD125
    • Waiho Hot Tubs - from NZD89
    Landmarks
    Franz Josef Glacier
    Lake Mapourika
  5. Day 5

    Franz Josef - Wanaka

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Aspiring Biodiversity Trust)

    Included Activities

    • Aspiring Biodiversity Trust visit
    • Lunch at Aspiring Biodiversity Trust
    • Guided flora and fauna walk with local ornithologist and ecologist
    Landmarks
    Mount Aspiring National Park
    Lake Wanaka
    Wanaka Station Park
  6. Day 6

    Wanaka

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Criffel Station made using local produce)

    Included Activities

    • Criffel Station farm visit and tour
    • Lunch at Criffel Station using local produce

    Optional Activities

    • Mt Iron hike with views over Lake Wanaka and surrounding peaks
    Landmarks
    Mt Iron
    Lake Wanaka
  7. Day 7

    Wanaka - Gibbston Valley

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (3-course group dinner at Kinross Winery featuring local, fresh produce)

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led walking tour of Arrowtown
    • Wine-tasting session at Kinross Winery
    • 3-course group dinner at Kinross Winery featuring local, fresh produce
    Landmarks
    Arrowtown
  8. Day 8

    Gibbston Valley - Milford Sound - Queenstown

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Milford Sound Premium day cruise with wildlife viewing and commentary
    Landmarks
    Milford Sound
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  9. Day 9

    Queenstown

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Gourmet barbeque dinner at Walter High Peak Country Farm)

    Included Activities

    • TSS Earnslaw steamship cruise to Walter High Peak Country Farm
    • Sheep dog demonstration
    • Gourmet barbeque dinner at Walter High Peak Country Farm
    Landmarks
    Lake Whatkatipu
    TSS Earnslaw
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  10. Day 10

    Queenstown

    Meals
    Breakfast
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5.0
Overall rating based on 2 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.0
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    5.0
  • 4.4

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  • R
    March 14th, 2026
    Our guide was excellent. The itinerary was very comprehensive, we saw a lot, more than we expected, and were taken to...
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    Traveled in February 2026
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review Renate! We're so glad to hear you had an awesome time on our Premium New Zealand South Island trip, and we appreciate the constructive feedback about the trip to Milford Sound. Thank you again and we hope to have you travel with us again soon!
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    April 30th, 2024
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: Intrepid Premium
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are pleased to see that you rated your experience 5 stars and are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable and informative experience. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon.
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    Shirley

    Asked on September 17th, 2025

    The week that includes Christmas costs slightly less that the previous week. Is there something not included from the regular tour that week?

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    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten September 2025

      No, everything is included on the week that includes Christmas — the itinerary and inclusions are the same as the regular tour. The slight difference in price is simply due to seasonal pricing and availability.

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      Shirley

      TravelerWritten September 2025

      I apologize for being so elusive. You've been excellent in following up with my enquiry. In consultation with my son, I've decided not to book this Intrepid tour. Instead I plan to book the GAdventures tour, which I currently have on hold. I will be proceeding to book that today.

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    Naomi

    Asked on September 11th, 2025

    Can I get single accommodation and do you cater for gluten free

    Meals
    Single supplement
    • Intrepid PremiumOperatorWritten September 2025

      You can request own room from AUD $2,555. Due to the small properties we use there is only a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. We can cater for gluten-free diets where possible. Just let us know in advance so we can pass it on to the local team. Your leader will also help you find suitable meal options during the trip.

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      Naomi

      TravelerWritten September 2025

      Howling is it and when is the next departure? Also do you cater for food intolerance? Def need the single supplement

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      Naomi

      TravelerWritten September 2025

      Is it possible to call so I can get the trip booked?

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