Southern Wanderer-Queenstown to Christchurch

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Day 1 Wed: Arrive Queenstown

On arrival at the hotel the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. This evening enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director. Why not experience the Kiwi Haka & Dinner tonight?

Accommodation: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown, 2 nights.

Day 2 Thu: Queenstown

This morning is free to explore Queenstown (ask your Tour Director about optional activities). Later, we take a scenic journey on the steamship T.S.S. Earnslaw across stunning Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Enjoy a sheep dog demonstration and a delicious carvery dinner. (B) (HD)

Day 3 Fri: Milford Sound

Discover the stunning scenery of Fiordland this morning and see the Homer Tunnel and The Chasm. We take a magical cruise on Milford Sound seeing Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls. Overnight in pretty Te Anau.

Accommodation: Village Inn, Te Anau. (B)

Day 4 Sat: Te Anau - Dunedin

Today we travel through rich fertile South Otago and enjoy time at leisure to explore charming Dunedin, founded by Scottish settlers. Perhaps visit Cadbury World or take a wildlife cruise.

Accommodation: Southern Cross Hotel, Dunedin. (B)

Day 5 Sun: Dunedin

Enjoy a guided tour and morning tea at Larnach Castle, New Zealand's only authentic castle, followed by a sightseeing tour of Dunedin. Later, we journey through Oamaru, famous for its white limestone buildings, to Twizel, gateway to Mount Cook National Park.

Accommodation: MacKenzie Country Inn, Twizel. (B)

Day 6 Mon: Mt. Cook - Christchurch

See the fantastic scenery of Mount Cook National Park this morning (optional scenic flights available - weather permitting). Visit the beautiful turquoise Lake Tekapo and see the Church of the Good Shepherd, before travelling over colourful plains to Christchurch. Discover the sights of Christchurch on the Christchurch Tram.

Accommodation: The Heritage Hotel, Christchurch. (B)

Day 7 Tue: Depart Christchurch

You will be transferred to Christchurch Airport for your onward flight. (B)

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