18 to 35s Essential New Zealand: South Island
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Tour Overview
Journey through the South Island of New Zealand on this 12-day adventure. Explore the limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations and see the blowholes at Punakaiki. Take a ferry through Marlborough Sounds and spend a night at Lake Tekapo, known for its turquoise waters and snowy peaks. Spend two days in Queenstown and enjoy plenty of free time to skydive, surf, stargaze or unwind with your new friends.
Trip Code: PHYS
Start
Christchurch
End
Wellington
Destination
New Zealand
Meals
0 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Private Vehicle, Ferry
Accommodation
Hostel (multi-share) (8 nights), Hostel (triple-share) (3 nights)
Days
12
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
18
Style
Basici
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Explore Queenstown from all angles. Take the Skyline Gondola above the town for panoramic views over the Remarkables Mountain range and across Lake Wakatipu, then race downhill on a luge and stop for a feed at the popular Fergburger.
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Join a wine tasting at the largest wine cave in New Zealand and the region’s oldest vineyards in the Gibbston Valley.
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Spend a night at Lake Tekapo – explore the stunning purple lupins (in spring), turquoise waters and snow-dusted peaks and tuck into some delicious Kiwi kai (food) along the way
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See all the highlights of the South Island on short hikes near Franz Josef Glacier and Makarora, soaking up the beauty of New Zealand’s varied landscapes – think glaciers, mountains, lakes and vast beaches.
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Soak up the country's natural wonders at Milford Sound or get your heart rate up with skydiving, surfing and more during your free time.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
0 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Private Vehicle, Ferry
Accommodation
Hostel (multi-share) (8 nights), Hostel (triple-share) (3 nights)
Included activities
- Lake Tekapo - Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd
- Christchurch - City Tour
- Fairlie - Southland Style Lunch
- Queenstown - Luge
- Queenstown - Skyline Gondola
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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