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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Christchurch

    Christchurch
    Start point
    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand (Airport to Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Christchurch city center
    • Stroll through Botanic Gardens
    • Punt ride on Avon River
    Landmarks
    Christchurch Botanic Gardens
    Avon River
  2. Day 2

    Christchurch to Dunedin

    Christchurch to Dunedin

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Dunedin Railway Station
    • Explore Otago Museum
    • Tour of Larnach Castle
    Landmarks
    Dunedin Railway Station
    Otago Museum
    Larnach Castle
  3. Day 3

    Dunedin to Te Anau

    Dunedin to Te Anau

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Te Anau Glowworm Caves
    • Lakeside walk
    Landmarks
    Te Anau Glowworm Caves
    Fiordland National Park
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  4. Day 4

    Milford Sound - Queenstown

    Milford Sound - Queenstown
    Meals
    Lunch (Picnic lunch onboard Milford Sound nature cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Milford Sound nature cruise (2.5 hours)
    • Picnic lunch onboard
    Landmarks
    Milford Sound
    Milford Road
  5. Day 5

    Queenstown

    Queenstown

    Optional Activities

    • Bungy jumping
    • Skydiving
    • Jet boating
    • Gondola ride to Bob's Peak
    • Gibbston Valley vineyard tour
    Landmarks
    Bob's Peak
    Gibbston Valley
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  6. Day 6

    Queenstown to Franz Josef

    Queenstown to Franz Josef
    Landmarks
    Haast Pass
    Westland National Park
    Franz Josef Glacier
  7. Day 7

    Franz Josef

    Franz Josef

    Optional Activities

    • Guided glacier hike
    • Heli-hike
    • Glacier Hot Pools
    • Rainforest walks
    Landmarks
    Franz Josef Glacier
  8. Day 8

    Greymouth - Christchurch

    Greymouth - Christchurch

    Included Activities

    • TranzAlpine train journey
    Landmarks
    Arthur's Pass National Park
  9. Day 9

    Christchurch

    Christchurch
    End point
    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand (Hotel and Airport )

    Optional Activities

    • Final sightseeing in Christchurch
    • Souvenir shopping

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    Joan

    Asked on May 27th, 2026

    Can I know what are the meals included? It's stated as per itinerary but it's not mentioned.

    Meals
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      Joan

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      Airport transfer to hotel and to airport included?

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      Joan

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      Are all the tours included? Milford Sound, etc Any activities that are optional to be paid?

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      Joan

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      Are all hotels have private bathrooms?

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      Joan

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      What is the time that the tour end, so that we know we can leave for our departure trip on time?

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      Joan

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      Are there strenuous activities not advisable for 65 year?

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      Joan

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      Is the guide tip compulsory? How much is the expected tip if compulsory?

    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written May 2026

      Breakfast and lunch are included onboard, as per the itinerary.

    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written May 2026

      Airport pick-up is included. Please let us know your flight details in advance to arrange this smoothly.

    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written May 2026

      The tours, including Milford Sound and other amenities mentioned in the program, are not included in the package price. Optional activities, if any, would also be at an additional cost.

    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written May 2026

      Yes, all hotels included in the itinerary have private bathrooms.

    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written May 2026

      The tour is expected to end at approximately 5:00 PM, which should help you plan your onward departure.

    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written May 2026

      The activities are generally easy and suitable for a 65-year-old guest. There are no strenuous activities included in the program.

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      Joan

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      The Milford Sound cruise and lunch is included in the tour package as it is not indicated as under not included. Am I correct?

    • J

      Joan

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      How about the glacier mentioned in the itinerary, it's not stated as optional too?

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      Joan

      Traveler•Written May 2026

      Are all breakfasts included?

    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written June 2026

      All breakfasts are included in this package.

    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written June 2026

      You will also visit Milford Sound Cruise as part of the excursions for this trip, including the glacier excursion.

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    Peter

    Asked on April 8th, 2026

    What type of accommodation is included? Can you name some of them?

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    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written April 2026

      The hotels we currently use are as follows, which can be similar tier accommodations at point of booking:

      1. Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
      2. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
      3. Anchorage Motel, Te
      4. Scenic Suites Queenstown
      5. Heartland Hotel Glacier Country

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    Debbie

    Asked on December 10th, 2025

    I'm interested in the South Island group tour you guys have departing on Dec 13, or Dec 14. Can you tell me how it works with lodging, how travel works, what items I would need to have, and the physical difficulty/intensity?

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    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written December 2025

      We offer daily tours operated by InterCoach, and all hotel stays include breakfast. The included activities are not strenuous; however, there are optional activities available that may require a higher level of physical fitness depending on your selection. You just need to bring your person items with you camera and of course money to care for dinners and lunches or optional activities

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      Debbie

      Traveler•Written December 2025

      Is this a group tour and hotel and bus is all handled by you guys?

    • Across Caribbean ExcursionsOperator•Written December 2025

      This is a group tour, and we take care of transportation, hotel accommodation, and guided excursions.

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    Samuel

    Asked on November 26th, 2025

    Is there a spot for one traveller (male adult) for this tour departing on 7 December 2025. Also, for solo travellers is it mandatory to purchase single room supplement.

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