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Classic | Alpine Highlights Tour

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From Christchurch to Queenstown
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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 - 35
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Queenstown

    Queenstown
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore beachfront
    • Shop and retail therapy
    • Explore rose gardens
    Landmarks
    Lake Wakatipu
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  3. Day 2

    Queenstown

    Queenstown
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    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Milford Sound / Piopiotahi (approximately three hours from Queenstown)
    • Return flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown
    • Cruise on TSS Earnslaw steamship on Lake Wakatipu
    • Explore Queenstown nightlife
    Landmarks
    Milford Sound / Piopiotahi
    Lake Wakatipu
  4. Day 3

    Queenstown to Franz Josef

    Queenstown to Franz Josef
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive through Haast Pass to Franz Josef

    Optional Activities

    • Helicopter flight to Franz Josef Glacier
    • Nature walk
    • Local hot pools
    Landmarks
    Haast Pass
    Franz Josef Glacier
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  5. Day 4

    Franz Josef to West Coast

    Franz Josef to West Coast
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • TreeTop Walkway journey

    Optional Activities

    • Short nature walk near Franz Josef Glacier
    • Explore beach at leisure
    Landmarks
    Franz Josef Glacier
    TreeTop Walkway
  6. Day 5

    West Coast to Christchurch via TranzAlpine Train

    West Coast to Christchurch via TranzAlpine Train
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Meal on the train)

    Included Activities

    • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes walk
    • TranzAlpine Scenic Train journey from Greymouth to Christchurch
    Landmarks
    Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes
    Otira Tunnel
    Arthur's Pass
    Waimakariri River
    Great Divide
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  7. Day 6

    Christchurch

    Christchurch
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    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at a local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Farewell dinner at a local Christchurch restaurant

    Optional Activities

    • Explore museums
    • Visit Riverside Markets
    • Punting on the Avon
    • Gondola ride
    • Botanical gardens
    • Explore cafes and side streets
    Landmarks
    Avon River
    Christchurch Botanical Gardens
  8. Day 7

    Departing Christchurch

    Departing Christchurch
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    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Extended stay in Christchurch (pre-arrange through Travel Centre)

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