South Island Explorer

20 days from £3,470pp Inc. international flights

Explore the best of what the South Island has to offer, including Abel Tasman National Park, the Mackenzie Country, the Southern Lakes, the Catlins, Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula.

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At a Glance

• Dunedin 3 days
• Nelson 2 days
• Blenheim 2 days
• Akaroa & Banks Peninsula 2 days
• Lake Tekapo 2 days
• Queenstown 2 days
• Te Anau & Manapouri 2 days
• The Catlins 2 days

Highlights of this itinerary

• Relax and unwind on the golden sands of the Abel Tasman National Park.
• Explore the art galleries, boutiques and cafes of Nelson.
• Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo.
• Experience the best of the Mount Aspiring National Park on the exciting Dart River Wilderness Safari.
• Enjoy the remote scenery Fiordland during your nature cruise on Doubtful Sound.

Day 1London

You will make your way to the airport this morning for your flight to New Zealand.

Day 2

In flight.

Day 3Auckland - Nelson

Today you will be met upon arrival in Auckland and transferred to your flight to Nelson. Collect your rental vehicle and make your way into town.

Day 4Nelson

Day at leisure to explore Nelson or the neighbouring Abel Tasman National Park.

Day 5Nelson - Blenheim & The Winelands

Drive to Blenheim today in the heart of the Marlborough wine region.

Day 6Blenheim & The Winelands

You will have time to sample some of New Zealand's finest wines during your time at leisure in Marlborough, as well as perhaps exploring the picturesque Marlborough Sounds by boat.

Day 7Blenheim & The Winelands - Akaroa & Banks Peninsula

Depart Blenheim this morning and make your way down the East Coast to the lovely French town of Akaroa.

Day 8Akaroa & Banks Peninsula

You will have today at leisure to explore the Banks Peninsula. There are some stunning beaches and coves here that you can explore as well as some lovely walking tracks.

Day 9Akaroa & Banks Peninsula - Lake Tekapo

Make your way to Lake Tekapo this morning. You will have the rest of the day to explore at leisure.

Day 10Lake Tekapo

You will have today at leisure in Lake Tekapo. You may like to visit the Church of the Good Shepherd from where you will have some stunning views of the surrounding Mackenzie Country.

Day 11Lake Tekapo - Queenstown

Depart Lake Tekapo and make your way to Queenstown today.

Day 12Queenstown

This morning you will be collected from your accommodation and taken to the beautiful area around Glenorchy for your Dart River Wilderness Safari.

Day 13Queenstown - Te Anau

You will make your way to Te Anau this morning. You have the rest of the day at leisure and you may like to visit the glow worm caves during your time here.

Day 14Te Anau

Today enjoy a scenic nature cruise on Doubtful Sound. This is an excellent opportunity to explore this remote and magical part of Fiordland National Park.

Day 15Te Anau - Catlins

Make your way along the Southern Scenic Route to the Catlins today.

Day 16Catlins

You will have today at leisure in the Catlins. You may like to visit the fossilised forest at Curio Bay, and take a walk along the beach for an opportunity to see Hector dolphins swimming close to the shore.

Day 17Catlins - Dunedin

Continue your journey along the Southern Scenic Route to Dunedin today.

Day 18Dunedin

Enjoy a guided tour of the Otago Peninsula where you will have the chance to see rare bird life such as the yellow-eyed penguin and the royal albatross.

Day 19Dunedin

Fly from Dunedin to Auckland this morning. You will connect with your international flight to the UK upon arrival.

Day 20London

Arrive back in the UK.