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

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.

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

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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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Christchurch
Christchurch
Meals
Dinner (Three-course welcome dinner at a restaurant featuring produce from the Canterbury region and celebrating local producers)
Included Activities
- Complimentary arrival transfer from airport
- Welcome meeting
- Welcome dinner at local restaurant featuring Canterbury region produce
Day 2
Christchurch - Greymouth - Punakaiki
Christchurch - Greymouth - Punakaiki
Meals
Lunch
Included Activities
- Leader-led orientation walk around Christchurch landmarks
- Scenic drive through Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill
- Lake Brunner nature walk
- Pounamu (Greenstone) studio visit in Greymouth
- Monteith's Brewery tour and tasting
Landmarks
Arthur's Pass
Castle Hill
Lake Brunner
Monteith's Brewery
Day 3
Hokitika - Franz Josef
Hokitika - Franz Josef
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Punakaiki Rocks and Blowholes visit
- Okarito Plant Project hands-on restoration activity
Landmarks
Punakaiki Rocks and Blowholes
Okarito
Day 4
Franz Josef
Franz Josef
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Self-guided walk to Franz Josef Glacier
- West Coast Wildlife Centre access
Optional Activities
- Heli-hiking tour - from NZD695
- Kayaking excursion - from NZD149
- Lake Mapourika scenic cruise - NZD125
- Waiho Hot Tubs soak - from NZD89
Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Lake Mapourika
West Coast Wildlife Centre
Day 5
Franz Josef - Wanaka
Franz Josef - Wanaka
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- West Coast Wildlife Centre ranger-guided tour with behind-the-scenes conservation insights
Landmarks
West Coast Wildlife Centre
Lake Wanaka
Day 6
Wanaka
Wanaka
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Criffel Station deer farm featuring foraged ingredients and chef-guided tasting)
Included Activities
- Criffel Station farm visit and tour
- Chef-guided foraging and tasting tour
- Lunch at Criffel Station
Optional Activities
- Hike up Mt Iron for views over Lake Wanaka and surrounding peaks
Landmarks
Mt Iron
Criffel Station
Day 7
Wanaka - Doubtful Sound
Wanaka - Doubtful Sound
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Three-course dinner featuring local produce aboard the Doubtful Sound cruise vessel)
Included Activities
- Ferry journey across Lake Manapouri
- Scenic drive via Wilmot Pass through rainforest
- Doubtful Sound cruise with resident naturalist
- Optional kayaking on Doubtful Sound (weather permitting)
Landmarks
Lake Manapouri
Wilmot Pass
Deep Cove
Doubtful Sound
Day 8
Doubtful Sound - Queenstown
Doubtful Sound - Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast (Hearty cooked breakfast while mist rolls over the fiord cliffs)
Included Activities
- Morning exploration of Doubtful Sound fiord
- Ferry journey from Deep Cove to Lake Manapouri
Landmarks
Doubtful Sound
Day 9
Queenstown
Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner with group)
Included Activities
- Leader-led walking tour of Arrowtown
- Gibbston Valley wine tasting
- Farewell dinner with group
Landmarks
Arrowtown
Gibbston Valley
Day 10
Queenstown
Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Arthur's Pass
Castle Hill
Lake Brunner
Monteith's Brewery

Landmarks
Punakaiki Rocks and Blowholes
Okarito

Landmarks
Franz Josef Glacier
Lake Mapourika
West Coast Wildlife Centre

Landmarks
West Coast Wildlife Centre
Lake Wanaka

Landmarks
Mt Iron
Criffel Station

Landmarks
Lake Manapouri
Wilmot Pass
Deep Cove
Doubtful Sound

Landmarks
Doubtful Sound

Landmarks
Arrowtown
Gibbston Valley

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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
Tour Operator
4.4

Renate5.0•March 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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Gerald5.0•April 2024
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Traveled in April 2024
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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 PremiumOperator•Written 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.
- S
  Shirley
  Traveler•Written 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 PremiumOperator•Written 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
  Traveler•Written 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
  Traveler•Written September 2025
  Is it possible to call so I can get the trip booked?

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