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6 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Christchurch

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On average, this is booked 19 (0) days in advance.

6 days (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This signature 6-day tour offers a perfect blend of travel per day covering the majority of top attractions in New Zealand's South Island, optional handpicked activities and accommodations. Experience the best of the South Island without the hassle of planning which attractions to visit, where to stay, what to do, all without driving long distances on your own. The itinerary ensures a relaxed experience.

Enjoy the luxury of a private tour for your group. Benefit from a knowledgeable guide-driver and a vehicle exclusively for your group throughout the tour.

Enjoy the flexibility to choose your own desired activities or opt for a range of exciting 9-10 optional activities, like a helicopter ride, TranzAlpine train ride, stargazing, jet boating, a Gondola ride, Kiwi park or Hot Pool Soak, Milford or Doubtful Sound cruise, a tour of Te Anau Glowworm caves, and Guided Kayaking or a Whale Cruise, or a Nature Cruise & an Alpaca farm visit. Choose to finish at Queenstown or Christchurch.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • If any optional activity is canceled by activity provider or unavailable, alternatives are provided
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Scenic Helicopter ride ticket at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
  • Food & Drinks (except 5 x breakfast with "With Hotels" option)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Anything not described in the inclusions
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Meeting and Pickup

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We can pick you up from your preferred location in Christchurch City. Please provide a pick-up location that is searchable on google maps.

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Christchurch
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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Queenstown
New Zealand

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Day 1

Christchurch - Kaikōura or Akaroa (Whale Watching/Kayaking/Nature Cruise & Alpaca Farm) - Christchurch

4 Stops

Day 2

Christchurch–TranzAlpine Scenic Train–Arthur’s Pass National Park–Castle Hill–Lake Tekapo-Stargazing in Dark Sky Reserve

5 Stops

Day 3

Lake Tekapo – Lake Pukaki – Aoraki Mount Cook - Scenic Helicopter Ride – Lindis Pass – Queenstown

5 Stops

Day 4

Queenstown Explore (Queenstown Gardens, Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown Wharf, Jet Boating & Skyline Gondola with Luge Rides)

2 Stops

Day 5

Queenstown - Milford Sound Cruise or Doubtful Sound Cruise - Te Anau

4 Stops

Day 6

Te Anau Glowworm Caves - Queenstown (Kiwi Park or Private Hot Pool Soak) - Optional Flight to Auckland or Christchurch

2 Stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have their own comprehensive travel insurance
  • Following your booking, the operator will get in touch to confirm your preferences, as applicable
  • With the "With Tickets" option, traveler(s) may swap any of the included activities for alternatives of interest such as Skydiving, Horse Trekking, Scenic Flights, Swimming with Dolphins, Heli-hiking, Relaxing Spa Treatments, Ziplining, etc., subject to availability, cost differences, and route or schedule feasibility

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 6 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Christchurch?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-453440P3

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private transportation
  • If any optional activity is canceled by activity provider or unavailable, alternatives are provided
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Scenic Helicopter ride ticket at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Alpaca Farm Tour & Nature Cruise Ticket at Akaroa
  • Use of charging cables & emergency rain gear
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Cruise Ticket at Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Glowworm Caves Tour Ticket at Te Anau
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Stargazing Activity Ticket at Lake Tekapo
  • Optional: Standard Economy Departure Flight from Queenstown to Christchurch
  • WiFi on board
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Gondola with luge rides & Thrill Jet Boating Ticket at Queenstown
  • Packaged snacks & chocolates
  • Optional ("With Hotels" Option): Accommodation for 5 nights in 4 to 5-star hotels with breakfast
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): TranzAlpine Scenic Train Ticket - Christchurch to Arthur's Pass
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Guided Kayaking or Whale Watching Cruise Ticket at Kaikōura
  • Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Kiwi Park or 1 hour of Private Hot Pool Soak Ticket at Queenstown
  • Packaged water bottles
  • Guide-driver exclusively for your group
  • Food & Drinks (except 5 x breakfast with "With Hotels" option)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Anything not described in the inclusions

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have their own comprehensive travel insurance
  • Following your booking, the operator will get in touch to confirm your preferences, as applicable
  • With the "With Tickets" option, traveler(s) may swap any of the included activities for alternatives of interest such as Skydiving, Horse Trekking, Scenic Flights, Swimming with Dolphins, Heli-hiking, Relaxing Spa Treatments, Ziplining, etc., subject to availability, cost differences, and route or schedule feasibility
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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