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8-Day Ultimate South Island Adventure
Experience the very best of New Zealand’s South Island on our most comprehensive private tour. Journey through spectacular alpine landscapes, turquoise lakes, ancient rainforests, rugged coastlines, world-famous glaciers, and breathtaking fiords. Designed for travellers who want to experience the South Island’s most iconic destinations in one unforgettable adventure.
Route: Christchurch → Lake Tekapo → Aoraki / Mount Cook → Wānaka → Queenstown → Milford Sound → Franz Josef → Hokitika → Arthur’s Pass → Christchurch
Your 8-Day South Island Journey
Discover turquoise lakes, alpine peaks, glaciers, rainforests, dramatic coastlines, breathtaking fiords and some of New Zealand’s most iconic destinations.
Christchurch to Lake Tekapo
Begin your South Island journey through the picturesque Canterbury Plains into the beautiful Mackenzie Country.
- Pickup from Christchurch Airport or accommodation
- Canterbury Plains
- Fairlie
- Lake Tekapo
- Church of the Good Shepherd
- Sheepdog Memorial
- Optional Mt John Observatory
Lake Tekapo to Aoraki / Mount Cook to Wānaka
Travel through New Zealand’s most spectacular alpine scenery.
- Lake Pukaki
- Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park
- Hooker Valley Track (optional)
- Tasman Glacier Viewpoint
- Lindis Pass
- Lake Hāwea
- Wānaka
Explore Wānaka & Queenstown
Journey through the Crown Range to the Adventure Capital of New Zealand.
- The famous Wānaka Tree
- Cardrona Hotel
- Crown Range Scenic Drive
- Arrowtown Historic Village
- Lake Wakatipu
- Queenstown waterfront
- Skyline Gondola (optional)
Milford Sound Day Excursion
Experience one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders on an unforgettable journey to Milford Sound.
- Te Anau
- Mirror Lakes
- Eglinton Valley
- Homer Tunnel
- Milford Sound Cruise (optional)
- Waterfalls, rainforest, seals and dolphins
- Return to Queenstown
Queenstown to Franz Josef
Travel along the spectacular West Coast through remote wilderness and dramatic mountain scenery.
- Haast Pass
- Thunder Creek Falls
- Blue Pools
- Bruce Bay
- Fox Glacier viewpoints
- Franz Josef Township
Franz Josef to Hokitika
Explore glaciers, rainforests and the rugged West Coast.
- Optional Franz Josef Glacier Walk
- Helicopter Flight (optional)
- Ross Historic Gold Mining Town
- Hokitika Gorge
- Hokitika Beach
- Greenstone (Pounamu) galleries
- Sunset on the Tasman Sea
Hokitika to Christchurch via Arthur’s Pass
Cross the magnificent Southern Alps on one of New Zealand’s most scenic drives.
- Otira Viaduct Lookout
- Arthur’s Pass National Park
- Devil’s Punchbowl Falls (optional walk)
- Castle Hill Rocks
- Scenic alpine landscapes
- Return to Christchurch
Christchurch Departure
Enjoy a relaxed morning before your onward journey.
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Hagley Park
- Riverside Market
- Last-minute shopping
- Airport transfer
Package Includes & Excludes
Travel comfortably with a private vehicle, professional driver-guide and flexible sightseeing throughout your South Island adventure.
Package Includes
- Private luxury vehicle
- Professional driver-guide
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Complimentary bottled water
- Flexible sightseeing stops
- Luggage assistance
- Free Wi-Fi (where available)
Package Excludes
- Accommodation
- Meals and beverages
- Entry fees and optional activities
- Milford Sound Cruise tickets
- Travel insurance
Perfect For
This tour is ideal for first-time visitors, families, couples, photographers, and travellers wanting to experience the very best of New Zealand’s South Island in one unforgettable journey. Every itinerary can be tailored to suit your interests, travel style, and preferred pace.
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Ready for the Ultimate South Island Adventure?
Experience Lake Tekapo, Aoraki / Mount Cook, Wānaka, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Hokitika and Arthur’s Pass in one unforgettable private journey. Let Kea’s Adventure create an itinerary around your interests and preferred pace.