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NZ South Island Adventure - 9 Day

12 days
From Christchurch to Queenstown
4.6 (979 reviews)
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Adventure & Adrenaline
Seek thrilling adventures that keep you moving
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 5 - 14
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Christchurch

    Christchurch
    Start point
    1010, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Reception 54 Cook Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand, 18:00)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Christchurch city at own pace
  2. Day 2

    Christchurch to Lake Tekapo

    Christchurch to Lake Tekapo

    Included Activities

    • Group stargazing experience

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Church of the Good Shepherd
    • Relax in Tekapo Hot Springs
    Landmarks
    Church of the Good Shepherd
    Tekapo Hot Springs
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  3. Day 3

    Lake Tekapo

    Lake Tekapo
    Meals
    Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
    • Complimentary drink at Green Dragon Inn
    • Lunch
    Landmarks
    Hobbiton Movie Set
  4. Day 4

    Lake Tekapo to Mount Cook to Queenstown

    Lake Tekapo to Mount Cook to Queenstown

    Included Activities

    • Fully guided half-day experience through Southern Alps
    • Group tour around base of Aoraki / Mount Cook

    Optional Activities

    • Alpine Scenic Flight upgrade
    Landmarks
    Aoraki / Mount Cook
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  5. Day 5

    Queenstown

    Queenstown

    Included Activities

    • Group bar crawl through Queenstown nightlife
  6. Day 6

    Queenstown

    Queenstown

    Optional Activities

    • 15,000 ft skydive
    • AJ Hackett Nevis Bungy jump (highest in Southern Hemisphere)
    • Gondola ride for panoramic views
    • Explore Queenstown town
    • Coffee by the lake
  7. Day 7

    Queenstown to Milford Sound

    Queenstown to Milford Sound

    Included Activities

    • Milford Sound day trip with boat cruise
    Landmarks
    Milford Sound
  8. Day 8

    Queenstown

    Queenstown

    Optional Activities

    • Shop for souvenirs
    • Enjoy a meal with fellow travelers
    • Explore Queenstown
  9. Day 9

    Tour End

    Tour End

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    Ive seen a naked dude dipping his balls in ice here. Im happy

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