| Duration: | 21 Day(s) - 20 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Luxury Tours |
Kia ora - welcome to New Zealand
21-Day Essential Southern Extravaganza Tour
South Island Self-Drive
Personal airport meet and greet, and private transfer to your accommodation
All-inclusive tour package prepared by New Zealand-based specialists - so you sit back and relax
An exciting itinerary will be customized to suit you - let us help plan and perfect your dream vacation
We offer Self-drive trips (rental car) we arrange all your accommodations, activities, and attractions (you select) we book your rental car (fun, freedom, independence, flexibility) you set the pace each day, or perhaps you prefer a Private driver trip (fully guided) or, Escorted coach tours (daily commentary).
This 21-day tour starts in Queenstown and finishes in Queenstown
This tour is a celebration of stunningly truly beautiful places, natural wonders, and outstanding Luxury Lodge Retreats the South Island is renowned for, Lakeside Lodge, Mataukauri Lodge, Blanket Bay, and Mount Cook Lakeside Retreat. In remote and unspoilt locations you’ll discover what makes this part of the world so special and why our luxury lodges are so well regarded. With many amazing inclusions from breathtaking Helicopter flights to mighty glaciers and cruises through the azure blue waters of Abel Tasman National Park with its golden sandy beaches, you’ll have something to look forward to every day. Dine and relax at welcoming lodges situated in unique and beautiful locations, treat yourself!
Quick Summary
21-Day Essential Southern Extravaganza
Day 1: Welcome to QueenstownAccommodation: Matakauri Lodge
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2: Picnic Day
Relax this morning, then delight in a picnic in your private paradise.
Accommodation: Matakauri Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Wanaka
Your car is delivered this morning, then drive over the Crown Range to Wanaka.
Accommodation: Tin Tub Luxury Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Exploring Wanaka
Spend some time exploring Wanaka, then in the afternoon discover the Central Otago pinot noir
Accommodation: Tin Tub Luxury Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: West Coast
Allow plenty of time for photo stops during your drive to the West Coast.
Accommodation: Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Westland National Park
Get a bird's eye view of the breathtaking Westland National Park and glaciers.
Accommodation: Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Arthur's Pass National Park
Head north along the rugged coast, then inland to Arthur's Pass National Park.
Accommodation: Wilderness Lodge, Arthurs Pass
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Arthur's Pass National Park
Explore the many great walks within Arthur's Pass National Park
Accommodation: Wilderness Lodge, Arthurs Pass
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9: Kaikoura
Arthur's Pass to Kaikoura with time for a wildlife encounter if you choose.
Accommodation: Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10: Blenheim
Kaikoura to Blenheim home to the Sauvignon Blanc vineyards.
Accommodation: The Marlborough
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11: Abel Tasman Area
Leave the vineyards behind and travel to the Abel Tasman area.
Accommodation: Te Koi the Lodge at Bronte
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12: Abel Tasman National Park
Discover the beautiful aqua bays and playful seals of Abel Tasman National Park.
Accommodation: Te Koi the Lodge at Bronte
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Punakaiki
Today journey south along the West Coast Road to Punakaiki.
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14: Greymouth - Christchurch
A short drive to Greymouth where you board the TranzAlpine scenic train to Christchurch.
Accommodation: The George Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 15: Mount Cook National Park
Journey south to Mount Cook National Park and an amazing iceberg encounter.
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium Plus
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 16: Waitaki River
Follow the Waitaki River to the coast then south past the Moeraki Boulders to Dunedin.
Accommodation: Camp Estate at Larnach Castle
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 17: Wildlife Day
Discover the fascinating wildlife that resides on the peninsula
Accommodation: Camp Estate at Larnach Castle
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 18: Te Anau
From Dunedin take the Catlins coastal road to Te Anau
Accommodation: Fiordland Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 19: Milford
A magnificent day trip to Milford Sound for your cruise.
Accommodation: Fiordland Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 20: Queenstown
Return to Queenstown for a relaxing evening at Matakauri Lodge
Accommodation: Matakauri Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 21: Departure
Depart Queenstown
