Southern Alps Tours & Trips
New Zealand's Southern Alps rival anywhere for mountain beauty. The range runs down the South Island's spine, and you’re seeing Mount Cook, hiking around glaciers like Franz Josef and Fox, and exploring valleys. Queenstown provides an adventure hub with bungee jumping and paragliding, while Wanaka offers quieter mountain access. It’s dramatic, adventurous, and always beautiful.
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Walking in New ZealandLove the location of the hotel and lake front view. The hikes, the views, and our guide were simply amazing!
Lake Como WalkingFantastic tour with Fresh Adventures and our guide, Dayton! We really packed it in and enjoyed great hikes and incredible scenery.
Ultimate New Zealand South Island Tour
The best Southern Alps tour packages
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MelissaSouthern Alps travel expert at TourRadar
- Walking in New Zealand
- Lake Como Walking
- Ultimate New Zealand South Island Tour
- 6 Days in Queenstown: Thrills in the Sky & Scenic Trips to Fox & Franz Josef
- NZ Intro South
- 5 Days in Queenstown: Alpine Adventure to Franz Josef & Fox Glacier
- 5 Days in Wanaka: Epic Journey to Fox & Franz Josef Glaciers
- Taste of Queenstown: Skyline Dinner & Walter Peak Cruise 4 Days
- Southern Wonders of New Zealand - 10 Day Journey
- The Southern Explorer (Overland/Camping)
Walking in New Zealand
“The longer walks/hikes (over 10km) which were mostly in awesome settings”
Anton, traveled in October
Duration 19 days Destinations Auckland, Rotorua, Whakarewarewa, Taupo, Tongariro National Park, Whakapapa Village, Wellington, Picton, Motuara Island, Queen Charlotte SoundSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From $8,750
9% Off- US$7,920
Duration 8 days Destinations Milan, Gravedona, Livo, Domaso, Sorico, Lake Maggiore, Menaggio, Civenna, Bellagio, ComoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From
9% Off- US$2,560
Ultimate New Zealand South Island Tour
“We really packed it in and enjoyed great hikes and incredible scenery.”
Lynda, traveled in February
Duration 12 days Destinations Christchurch, Punakaiki, Westland Tai Poutini National Park, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Mount Aspiring National Park, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park, QueenstownSee all destinations Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Fresh Adventures From
9% Off- US$5,507+$237 upfront costs
Duration 6 days Destinations Queenstown, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $1,731
30% Off- US$1,212
The majestic Southern Alps await as you hike Mount John's 360-degree viewpoints and Hooker Valley track to Aoraki/Mt Cook. Glide across Lake Wanaka beneath snow-capped peaks and sail through Milford Sound's dramatic fjords. Nights spent in Tekapo, Wanaka, and Queenstown.
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Wanaka, Milford Sound, Queenstown Age Range Ages 18-45 Operator INTRO Travel From
30% Off- US$1,524
Duration 5 days Destinations Queenstown, Franz Josef, Fox Glacier Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator East Gate Tours LTD From $1,709
27% Off- US$1,247
Duration 5 days Destinations Wanaka, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator East Gate Tours LTD From $1,709
27% Off- US$1,247
