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South Island Adventure - 9 days

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From Christchurch to Queenstown

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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
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 18
Ages 18-45

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Itinerary

Day 1
Christchurch
Christchurch
Landmarks
Christchurch
Day 2
Christchurch to Lake Tekapo
Christchurch to Lake Tekapo
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Christchurch orientation tour
- Transfer to Lake Tekapo
Landmarks
Christchurch
Lake Tekapo
Day 3
Mount John Hike
Mount John Hike
Meals
Dinner (Family-style group dinner)
Included Activities
- Mount John hike with panoramic views of the Southern Alps
- Relax in hot pools
Landmarks
Mount John
Southern Alps
Day 4
Lake Tekapo to Wanaka
Lake Tekapo to Wanaka
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Southern Alps
- Afternoon hike with views of Aoraki/Mount Cook
Optional Activities
- Evening drinks or activities in Wanaka
Landmarks
Aoraki/Mount Cook
Southern Alps
Day 5
Wanaka
Wanaka
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Kayaking on Lake Wanaka
- Visit to Wanaka Tree
- Mount Iron hike
Landmarks
Lake Wanaka
Wanaka Tree
Mount Iron
Pisa Range
Upper Clutha Basin
Southern Alps
Day 6
Wanaka to Queenstown
Wanaka to Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Queenstown orientation tour
Optional Activities
- Skydiving
- Bungee jumping
- Canyoning
- Zip-lining
- Other adventure activities
Landmarks
Queenstown
Day 7
Queenstown to Milford Sound to Queenstown
Queenstown to Milford Sound to Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Milford Sound cruise
Landmarks
Milford Sound
Day 8
Queenstown
Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Jet boating on Lake Wakatipu
Optional Activities
- Evening activities in Queenstown
Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu
Day 9
Queenstown
Queenstown
Landmarks
Queenstown

Landmarks
Christchurch

Landmarks
Christchurch
Lake Tekapo

Landmarks
Mount John
Southern Alps

Landmarks
Aoraki/Mount Cook
Southern Alps

Landmarks
Lake Wanaka
Wanaka Tree
Mount Iron
Pisa Range
Upper Clutha Basin
Southern Alps

Landmarks
Queenstown

Landmarks
Milford Sound

Landmarks
Lake Wakatipu

Landmarks
Queenstown

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Jack4.0•April 2025
Both trip leaders did an excellent job, and the locations visited were wonderful. There should be an inclusion for a...
Both trip leaders did an excellent job, and the locations visited were wonderful. There should be an inclusion for a visit to a glowworm cave. I do have a big complaint about the coaches: They were too small for our group and the seats were designed for young children. The seats are so close together my knees were almost brushing the seat in front. There are no pockets on the seats for small items (like a map or cellphone) The headrests are so high that anyone in a middle seat can barely see out. The only passengers with a forward view were in the very front seats, or the elevated back seat. The seats are so narrow that 2 people could barely fit side-by-side, and the top of the seatbelt rubbed my neck instead of over my shoulder and chest.Show more
Andrew5.0•May 2026
Excellent tour with stunning scenery and our guide, Tim, was by far the best guide I've ever had - knowledgeable,...
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anthony5.0•April 2026
A lot of Tasmania seen, all very good. Great leader in Phil, excellent driver and knowledgeable guide. Cruises and...
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Asked on August 19th, 2025
I am requesting for an age restriction exception. I will turn to age 47 in November 2025. It is okay to book your trip
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- On The Go ToursOperator•Written August 2025
  This tour has a strict max age limit of 45yrs sorry, we do have alternate tours available however!
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  Caroline
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  I have already booked with another operator.

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South Island Adventure - 9 days

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Christchurch

Christchurch to Lake Tekapo

Included Activities

Mount John Hike

Included Activities

Lake Tekapo to Wanaka

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Wanaka

Included Activities

Wanaka to Queenstown

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Queenstown to Milford Sound to Queenstown

Included Activities

Queenstown

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Queenstown

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