Solo South Island Escape - 11 days
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Tour Overview
Discover New Zealand’s spectacular South Island on this 11-day journey starting and ending in Christchurch, designed for like-minded solo travellers. Travel in comfort through ever-changing landscapes, from the Southern Alps aboard the TranzAlpine to the dramatic beauty of Milford Sound on a scenic cruise. You’ll explore vibrant Queenstown, charming Arrowtown and historic Dunedin, with highlights including a vintage steamship cruise on Lake Wakatipu and a visit to Larnach Castle. With 4-star stays, guided sightseeing and plenty of social moments, this tour blends iconic sights, relaxed pacing and great company throughout.
Start
Christchurch
End
Christchurch
Destination
Christchurch
Days
11
Pace
Medium
Range
Handpicked
Max Group Size
Min 16 - Max 32
Min Age
16
Trip Code: SSIE11
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Christchurch - Discover the International Antarctic Centre, city highlights and a scenic Christchurch Tram ride
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Arthur’s Pass - Travel on the TranzAlpine through river valleys, viaducts and alpine scenery to the heart of the Southern Alps
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Franz Josef - Marvel at glacier landscapes and surrounding rainforest with time to take an optional scenic flight over the ice fields
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Queenstown - Cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak for a gourmet barbecue dinner and farm experience
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Milford Sound - Sail past Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls on a fiord cruise with lunch surrounded by dramatic cliffs and waterfalls
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Dunedin - Explore Larnach Castle on a guided tour and enjoy Devonshire Tea after a city and Otago Peninsula sightseeing drive
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Mount Cook - Admire New Zealand’s highest peak and alpine scenery while travelling via the Waitaki River and Lake Benmore
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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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