South Island Explorer

600 North Colony Road | Tower Square Plaza | Wallingford, CT 06492

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Intrepid Travel

New Zealand

South Island Explorer

15 days ex Christchurch

Admire exotic flora and dramatic scenery on Mt Cook, Get active in buzzing Queenstown, Experience the natural beauty of Milford Sound, Tuck into authentic home-cooked food in a local pub, Go ice-trekking on Franz Josef Glacier, Ride the Trans Alpine railway

From quaint Christchurch and picturesque Queenstown to the rugged mountains of the Southern Alps and the inspiring Milford Sound, this trip makes the most of the South Island's adventurous spirit. Stay in the high country near Mount Cook, walk on a glacier, experience the beauty of the west coast and soak up the spectacular scenery on a rail journey through the mountains.

Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 2
Accommodation: Hotels (2 nts), motel (9 nts), dorm-style hostels (2 nts), local pub (1 nt)
Transportation: Train, coach, minibus, kayak, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow NZD $600 for meals not included.

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Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel

Duration

15 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Christchurch	Take a stroll through Cathedral Square or soak up some culture at the vibrant Arts Centre.
Days 2-3	Mt Cook	Travel through the Canterbury plains, a patchwork landscape of crops, dairy farms and grazing sheep. The spectacular Aoraki ('Cloud Piercer'), Mt Cook, stands at 3,754 m. There are optional alpine walks in the area, meandering through a stunning backdrop of mountains, lakes, streams and glaciers.
Days 4-6	Queenstown	From the adrenaline rush of bungee jumping to a gentle ride on a historic steamboat down the Shotover River, scenic Queenstown has something for everyone.
Days 7-8	Milford Sound	Kayak through the stunning fjords. There are also options to visit nearby glow-worm caves, take a scenic flight or scuba dive in this region of waterfalls, rainforests, lakes and peaks.
Days 9-10	Wanaka	Nestled between the Southern Alps and a pristine glacial lake, Wanaka is a haven for watersports. For a quirky alternative, tackle the maze at Puzzling World.
Days 11-12	Franz Josef Glacier	Clamp on some crampons and walk into a world of ancient ice and rock on the Franz Josef Glacier. There is also time to cycle, hike or simply relax against the forested backdrop of Westland National Park.
Day 13	West Country Pub	Stock up on jade souvenirs at Hokitika before settling down to some New Zealand home-style cooking - and a brew or two - at the local pub.
Days 14-15	Christchurch	Delve into local history at Arthur's Pass and the Otira Valley before boarding the Tranz Alpine Railway, passing labyrinthine gorges and beech forests en route to Christchurch.

Dates/Pricing

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Date	Description	Price From	Quote
October 04, 2008	Tour Code: PSS201004; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
October 18, 2008	Tour Code: PSS201018; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
November 01, 2008	Tour Code: PSS201101; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
November 15, 2008	Tour Code: PSS201115; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
November 29, 2008	Tour Code: PSS201129; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
December 13, 2008	Tour Code: PSS201213; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
December 27, 2008	Tour Code: PSS201227; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
January 10, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200110; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
January 24, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200124; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
February 07, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200207; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
February 21, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200221; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
March 07, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200307; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
March 21, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200321; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
April 04, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200404; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
April 18, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200418; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
May 02, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200502; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)
May 16, 2009	Tour Code: PSS200516; Local payment of NZD $300	$2,085.00 (USD)

Disclaimer

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