These new zealand road trip itineraries dont cover every possibility but are a great start to planning your own unique road trip. Discover an amazing 10 day south island itinerary, designed for anyone who wants to cover the best of the south island in a small amount of time. Number of nights vary depending on passtour itinerary. South island itinerary south island forum tripadvisor. The majority of beautiful new zealand landscape and photos you see in travel magazines are located in the south island. From the north island to the south island the places to visit are endless. Spectacular south island this is a fabulous roundtrip covering the length and breadth of new zealands south island. If you plan on seeing the whole of the island, it can be a long and arduous trip, but its well worth it. New zealands south island boasts a range of unique experiences that are all within an easy drive of each other. Picture perfect 7 day south island tour new zealand luxury. Experience the iconic attractions and hidden gems in this 30 day tour exploring the north and south island in great detail. Youll travel in our comfortable midsized coaches around the south island. Well good news, weve been there, done that and written not only the best south island itinerary but four options for different travel styles so you can choose the one that best fits your interests, pace and time frame. From turquoise lakes and lush peninsulas to snowcapped mountains and sparkling glaciers, the south island s majestic landscapes offer awe and adventure in equal measure.
The ultimate mauritius south island tour itinerary with. If you have less time, you can always eliminate some stops. Basically there are three tours to cover in mauritius those are north tour, south tour and ile aux cerfs tour, and people can also go for catamaran cruise and casella bird park tours both of which takes one day separately, below is the basic 6 nights and 7 days mauritius holiday package itinerary. A south island road trip is the best way to see this beautiful part of new zealand the south island is much bigger than most people think. South island campervan adventure tour 11 day nz itinerary. Hopefully, my south island travel guide has given you an idea of what to expect. If you find a journey you like, select add trip to my itinerary and finalise dates. Accommodation is included on the last night of your new zealand south island tour, but we can also book a few extra nights for you if you would like to extend your stay. Perfect 10day south island new zealand itinerary with. Mauritius south tour private tour mauritius attractions.
Feedback for 4week south island self drive itinerary please. Nz south island tours selfdrive new zealand pure journeys. Choose your perfect south island road trip itinerary. This south island itinerary is based off of 2 weeks well, actually 15 days, and.
Stray journeys are allinclusive backpacker tours that show you the real new zealand. When planning your south island road trip itinerary make sure you read up on driving in new zealand and what to expect. Epic 16 day self drive new zealand south island itinerary. What we loved about the walk were the placards along the path stating the history of the franz joseph glacier. And i swear, there is a lot to see here 10 days was barely enough to scratch the surface of south island.
The best tips for your new zealand south island road trip. You are able to climb or walk across the glacier, but arrangements with a tour guide must be made in advance. Starting from christchurch, youll journey up the east coast and across to nelson with opportunities for whale watching and winetasting along the way. Your north island itinerary can take in volcanoes, bubbling mud pools and shooting geysers, lazing on idyllic islands and exploring exciting metropolises. Every point of interest is so spread apart with a lot of ground to cover because. Mar 23, 2016 visiting the south island is an absolute must if youre going to new zealand. Top of the south itinerary discover the top of the south island, known for its warm mild weather, stunning abel tasman national park, and friendly locals. If youre planning your own road trip, heres our 10day new zealand south island itinerary. Collect your rental car and travel to mt cook for an afternoon of alpine activities. Sep 27, 2019 detailed itinerary starting in queenstown and ending in christchurch taking you across the highlights of the south island. So i am able to create the perfect itinerary that balances value for money but with a sense of pace to cover all the ground in the limited time available my 11 day south island road trip is the exact route and activities i followed myself.
Feedback for 4week south island self drive itinerary please south island forum. The best way to discover these diverse experiences and landscapes is on a selfdrive holiday from christchurch. Tailored to perfection, this superb 10 day south island motorhome tour itinerary showcases the highlights of our stunning lake, mountain and glacier regions. Experience dramatic scenery, landscapes and wonderful hospitality on a south island new zealand tour. New zealands south island road trips lonely planet. I have the north island all mapped out, but i would appreciate some help with the south island. Explore the ever changing city of christchurch or maybe take a day trip to akaroa. Detailed itinerary starting in queenstown and ending in christchurch taking you across the highlights of the south island. Explore diverse christchurch before heading north to kaikoura for some dolphin and whale watching. Here are some of my recommended seoul, south korea diy itinerary that you could easily follow. Not all symbols displayed above appear on the maps in this book.
Picture perfect 7 day south island tour this 7 day self drive itinerary really gives you time to soak up the south islands untouched timeless beauty whilst travelling on some of the most scenic roads in the world. So check out our recommended 20 day trip around the south island of new zealand. Meet your guides from 2pm at the hotel for your tour welcome and information. Discover amazing tours through new zealand south island visiting places like queenstown and christchurch. New zealand south island tours over 120 great tour ideas. South island 21 day self drive tour at a glance see detailed itinerary day 1. New zealand south island holiday south island haka tours. Haast 9 day south island new zealand tour stray travel. The ultimate new zealand 7 day south island itinerary. We did the north island which was completely different from the south and well worth a visit if you have time. From the hermitage hotel, be driven by coach to the tasman. Epic 2week south island new zealand itinerary road trip.
The essential south island 9 day tour at a glance see detailed itinerary day 1. If you only have two weeks in new zealands south island you wont be able to explore this whole area, so choose a few places you really want to see and build your itinerary around them. A whistle stop one week tour of the south island of new. The ultimate twoweek south island, new zealand itinerary. Explore the bay of islands, rotorua, kaikoura, dunedin, te anau and milford, queenstown and the west coast glaciers as well as the major cities. The park is home to various species of animals, reptiles and plants. We spent hours creating this super helpful pdf just for you. This road trip itinerary doesnt cover everything new zealands south island has to offer, that would be impossible to fit into a two week vacation. South island extension tour b breakfast, llunch, ddinner. The glacier explorers company operates up to 7 trips per day from early september to late may. All the accommodation listings are 100% unbiased and unsponsored.
From nelson and abel tasman national park, famous for its sandy beaches, to the rugged central otago landscape and the remoteness of stewart island. A new zealand south island self drive tour package will ensure you get to see the iconic landscapes and locations that new zealand is famous for. But what it does offer, is an introduction to the absolutely best. After the booking is made you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details. Prepare for seven days of spectacular scenery and lots of opportunity for adventure with this new zealand south island holiday package. This guide takes you to the most beautiful parts of aotearoa.
Oneweek south island adventure tour itinerary day 1. Discover jawdropping scenery here, including lake tekapo and its turquoise waters, mt. South island itenerary south island forum tripadvisor. Experience the benefits of self driving but enjoy the convenience and security of us prebooking your chosen type of accommodation and rental car. Two week new zealand south island road trip itinerary. In my opinion, though, a campervan is the best way to explore.
Extensive, untouched plains connect alpine landscapes with rugged shorelines, creating a home for an abundance of animals and vegetation, on land and in the rich surrounding waters. South island trip planner plan your south island vacation. Our south island trip started from the st regis resort in le morne, and the loop took most of the day. Enjoy a taste of the south island of new zealand on a pure journeys selfdrive tour. The south island escape presented by the sunday startimes your itinerary. The plan is to fly into christchurch from wellington where i want to take this.
To help visitors get the most out of their south island journey, there are five hero itineraries to choose from, and for those with more time these journeys can be combined. Looking for sample seoul, south korea diy itineraries for 3, 4, 5, or 6 days tour. With stunning mountains, lakes, glaciers, ancient rainforests and majestic rivers, its no wonder why so many travellers spend weeks in the natural landscapes that featured the lord of the rings trilogy. This itinerary is one of our most popular south island tours. Visiting the south island is an absolute must if youre going to new zealand. I pride myself on researching the very best places to visit in every country i visit.
Explore south island holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. We have over 120 great itineraries exploring the south island by coach from escorted and guided tours to highly flexible thrifty tours which depart every single day. Agritravel international, a specialist agricultural tour operator proudly working with nz red devon cattle breeders association outline itinerary red devon world conference and tour february 2020 south island extension tour b breakfast, llunch, ddinner note. This twoweek road trip itinerary will help you make the most of your visit to the rugged south, and includes some of. Id recommend checking out lake tekapo its one of the bigger towns in the area and has hot pools and a fun star gazing tour. Read numerous south island itineraries and tried to stick to one plan but room availability in the different places didnt jive. This town has become incredibly popular in recent years and its primarily because of the hundreds of outdoor things you can do in this beautiful place. There are so many things do in the south island, that you could spend at least a month travelling around seeing everything. You can read all about our trip by checking out our north tour itinerary guide.
However you are travelling and whatever your interests, youll have an unforgettable new zealand experience on one of our recommended south island trips. We will be travelling to the south island june 2018 than onto the north by ferry, our itinerary for the south looks like this arrive queenstown stay 1 night drive to te anu stay 2 nights visit milford sounds drive queenstown stay 2. Meet your guides from 2pm at the hotel for your tour welcome and introduction. New zealands south island is often viewed as one of the most beautiful regions in the world. Our range of travel itineraries include information regarding travel distances and time to ensure that you can make the best of your time in new zealand, no longer how.
With these tours we present some of our most popular and compelling selfdrive itineraries. Most travellers enjoy exploring our new zealand south island trips in march, making it the most popular time of the year. A one week road trip itinerary around new zealands south island starting in queenstown and ending in christchurch, showcasing the best photography spots, hikes and route to optimise your time in new zealand. New zealand south island tours over 250 nz coach tours. Apr 08, 2018 so ive put together this two week new zealand south island road trip itinerary that is perfect for a first timer to the region. Top of the south itinerary christchurch canterbury, new. Well visit some christchurch highlights before heading to the big mountains and big skies of mackenzie country stopping to admire the shimmering turquoise lake at tekapo. Whether traveling by coach,train or taxishuttle,because viator was so organized,we were always on time. This 10day road trip in the south island combines the best new zealand has to offer. The tour operator has advised that they do not have a full list of accommodations available for the south island lick tour, as the accommodations change so frequently. Since 2001 travelers have trusted first light travel to deliver itineraries that exceeded their expectations. Flights and transport to the commodore hotel are at your expense. The highlights of the south island one week travel.
Activities can also be purchased on the road just let your tour guide know. This new zealand south island itinerary is designed for those that have decided to see the island through the lens of a campervan, but anyone looking for things to do on the nz south island would also find it useful. Kj found a lot of driving had to be done on her 9day tour of the south island, but thats alright with infinite sensational picnic locations to break up the drive. A 7 day itinerary in the south island is perfect if you are interested in exploring a land full of natural beauty. Visit the best of new zealands south island on a selfdrive tour holiday crafted by one of our expert itinerary planners. Here is an abridged version of our 16 day self drive new zealand south island road trip itinerary in case you are in the early stages of planning, or just want the snapshot version. Our modern selfdrive travel itineraries have routes specifically for the north island as well as the south island, ranging from 5 to 11 days, plus there are some travel routes that take in both the north and south island s. Regardless of the road trip you choose, an adventure through new. We saw snow capped mountains,fiords,rain forests,glaciers and the seaall in 5 days.
Our range of south island travel itineraries cover a diverse range of touring options, each includes information regarding travel distances and time to ensure that you can make the best of your time in new zealand, no longer how short your visit. Big thanks to everyone at southern alps air for an. Experience south island highlights of this 7day roundtrip tour from christchurch, which includes a wilderness cruise on milford sound, a sightseeing tour of the scottishinfluenced city of dunedin and seasonal viewing of the royal albatross colony at the otago peninsula. New zealand south island tour if you only have a short time to explore the largest island of new zealand, this is the tour for you. Our 5 9 day south island holiday tours range from southern lakes family tours, seeing the incredible alps, islands, glaciers and sounds, to our premium luxury south island selfdrive tour, taking in the island s natural beauty. Cook and the surrounding glaciers, the peaks of mt. Coach drivers,stuart and peter, were outstanding with their commentary. To secure your spot on the tour, enquire about the deposit and payment process or for any. South island holiday planning guide the wilder of new zealands two main islands, south island offers a feast of nature in all its glory. Oct 29, 2017 7 day new zealand south island tour with wild kiwi posted on october 29, 2017 by the well travelled man 11 comments. N visit the tropical paradise of great keppel island, on the southern tip of the great. With incredible mountain ranges, crystal clear lakes, braided rivers and native flora and fauna, new zealands south island really does need to be seen to be believed.
Travelling on we pass through the rich farm lands of the lower north island and. Itinerary please note this is a draft itinerary and is subject to change. Home to 10 of new zealands 14 national parks, the south island is known for its jawdropping alpine scenery, icy glaciers and fun wildlife experiences. We will gather for an evening hotel meal for group introductions and a briefing on the tour. This 7 day itinerary really gives you time to soak up the south islands untouched beauty whilst travelling on. Book a 7 day south island coach tour and see the south island s top destinations and some of the best activities on offer. South island new zealand self drive tours l discover nz. The pinnacle of travel dreams for many, were excited to bring you this new zealand south island itinerary. Epic 2week south island new zealand itinerary road trip two. Top bus tours in south island, new zealand tripadvisor. South island 12 days holiday planning with full itinerary details. The ultimate two week new zealand south island itinerary. Transport to the commodore hotel is at your expense. Anuj asks about his 7day south island itinerary covering christchurch, twizel, mt cook, wanaka, queenstown and milford sound.
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