Day 1: Christchurch/Greymouth (Lunch, Dinner)
Arriving Christchurch by flight. Flight must arrive before 1pm. A brief stop in Avon River, Art Museum, Memorial Bridge, Church Square. Depart for Greymouth via Arthur’s Pass National Park and enjoy the awesome Alpine Scenery. Your eyes will be glued to the window for this journey as you pass the impressive landscapes view of Canterbury Plaints, rugged Canyon of Southern Alps.
** Group depart Christchurch at 3pm, please meet the group at Greymouth if you could not get together on time.
Accommodation: Kingsgate Hotel Greymouth or Same Class
Visit Paparoa National Park for an amazing limestone landscape, and witness the stunning, millions of years old scenery at the dramatic Pancake Rocks, this will certainly give you an unforgettable experience. Travel down West Coast toward Hokitika , a town called “the place of greenstone”. Pop into Jade factory where you’ll have the chance to pick up any souvenirs. Stop off at historic town of Ross for Gold Panning. Head down to Fox Glacier where have glittering glaciers and soaring peaks. if you’d like to get closer to spectacular Glacier, speak to your tour guide of booking a helicopter to gaze over staggering ice formations and mountains. (optional)
Accommodation: HH Fox Glacier Hotel or Same Class
There are plenty of incredible views to be seen today. Wanaka is one of the most photographed destinations in New Zealand, surrounded by stunning lakes, rivers, mountains. Along the way visit the lovely little gold-rush town of Arrowtown. Travel down to Queenstown, which is famous for its spectacular scenery and crystal Lake Wakatipu. Enjoy your afternoon in Queenstown, soaking up the beautiful Alpine Landscape. Take a scenic ride in the Skyline Gondola to see the stunning views as you ride the steepest cable car lift in the Southern Hemisphere!
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel or Same Class
Free day for your own activities. Suggested Optional tour: Jet Boat, Bungy Jump, 18 Century Steam Boat …
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel or Same Class
Head to the lovely lakeside town of Te Anau – gateway to Fiordland National Park. Depart for Milford Sound Cruise. Spoil yourself with crystal clear lakes, rugged snowcapped mountains, spectacular waterfalls, glaciers and forested national parks. Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet on the cruise. Overnight in Te Anau. there are plenty of opportunities for you to enjoy the spectacular surrounding nature. Perhaps heading out to see the glow worms is a great idea(optional)
Accommodation: Distinction Luxmore Hotel or Same Class
Visit Dunedin, New Zealand’s oldest city featuring the history, the scenery and the wildlife encounters. Otago University, Historical Railway Station, World’s steepest residential Street are must-stops. Visit the perfectly spherical Moeraki Boulder which is believed to be 60 million years old. Overnight in Oamaru for Penguin Parade. You can only see this type of penguin in South Island New Zealand and part of Australia.
Accommodation: Brydone hotel or Same Class
Visiting Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, which has uncreditable snow-capped mountains and glacial lakes, with skyscraping peaks and permanent snowfields. you will absolutely enjoy the landscapes that surround this area. Optional Tasman Glacier explorer experience for 3 hours. ($155 per person). Lunch at own arrangement. Coach to Lake Tekapo in the afternoon. The township faces north across the remarkable turquoise coloured lake to the mountainous drama of the Southern Alps. It is the largest International Dark Sky Reserve which is great spot for stargazing.
Accommodation: Godley hotel or Same Class
The tour will finish today and for a last breath-taking view, VISIT Church of the Good Shepherd, It is one of the world’s most inspiring backdrops! Coach back to Christchurch and airport transport will be arranged. Please book the ticket to depart after 5pm.