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Budget South Island Adventure (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

BUDGET TOUR: Embark on a 7-day road trip through New Zealand's South Island, taking in its breathtaking landscapes. Relax at Lake Tekapo, exploring bike trails and unwinding in hot springs under the Dark Sky Reserve. In Queenstown, we can enjoy thrilling ...

Duration
7 Days
Cities
5
Next Departure
26-Apr-2025
Starting at
± EUR 1,644.00
Price per day
± EUR 235.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
On The Go Tours
Tour
Budget South Island Adventure
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1-18
Categories
tour category: Boattour category: Bicyclingtour category: Walking
Map: Budget South Island Adventure (On The Go)

Summary

BUDGET TOUR: Embark on a 7-day road trip through New Zealand's South Island, taking in its breathtaking landscapes. Relax at Lake Tekapo, exploring bike trails and unwinding in hot springs under the Dark Sky Reserve. In Queenstown, we can enjoy thrilling activities and take a day trip to Milford Sound. Witness the Franz Josef glacier and opt to hike or book a scenic flight, before ending back in Christchurch. Staying in dorm rooms & hostels, recommended for travellers aged 18-39.

Day 1
Christchurch
Day 2
Tekapo
Day 3
Queenstown
Day 4
Queenstown
Day 5
Queenstown
Day 6
Franz Josef
Day 7
Christchurch

Travel Cities (5): Christchurch, Franz Josef Glacier, Lake Tekapo, Milford Sound, Queenstown

Highlights

  • Lake Tekapo - Explore local bike trails and unwind in lakeside hot springs, stargazing in the world’s largest Dark Sky Reserve
  • Queenstown - Experience the adventure capital of the world with activities like skydiving, bungee jumping, canyoning, and ziplining
  • Milford Sound - Join an optional cruise through the UNESCO-listed fjord, admiring colossal waterfalls, ancient forests, mountain landscapes, and playful dolphins
  • Franz Josef - Take in stunning ice formations via hikes or helicopter tours, or opt for quad biking, kayaking, or relaxing in hot tubs.
  • Wanaka - Enjoy a scenic stop before journeying along rugged coastlines, rainforests, glaciers, and waterfalls travelling through Haast Pass.

Included in Price

  • 6 breakfasts & 1 dinner
  • 6 nights accommodation in shared and mixed-sex dorms
  • Escorted by an expert local driver/guide
  • Transportation in a luxury vehicle with Wi-Fi, leather seats, USB chargers, air-conditioning and a sound system perfect for road trip singalongs
  • The world's largest Dark Sky Reserve at Tekapo
  • Church Of The Good Shepherd
  • Transport to Milford Sound (cruise optional)
  • The rugged west coast township of Franz Josef
  • Castle Rock walk
  • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

NOT included in price

  • International flights and visas
  • Tip for your tour guide / driver. We recommend you allow $4 - 7 USD per day per traveller. Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture.
  • Optional activities and experiences (book locally - approximate pricing is in the Trip Notes)
  • Airport transfers

Travel Package

 

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Christchurch

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Christchurch

Group ToursThis is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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