7-Day NZ South Island West Coast & Glacier Tour

AUD $1,708.00

Destination

South Island

Category

Please select departure date
Adult (Twin Share)AUD $1,768.00
Adult (Triple Share)AUD $1,708.00
Single Room SupplementAUD $600.00
Child (5-11 yrs with bed - Twin)AUD $1,588.00
Child (5-11 yrs with bed - Triple)AUD $1,528.00
Child (2-4 yrs without bed)AUD $1,058.00
Infant (Under 2 yrs without bed)AUD $350.00

Tour Information

7-Day NZ South Island West Coast & Glacier Tour

Stunning West Coast: Cross the Southern Alps to see Castle Hill boulders and Punakaiki Pancake Rocks.

Glacier Wonders: Marvel at the breathtaking views of ancient glaciers.

Middle-earth: Visit Glenorchy (Paradise Valley), a “Lord of the Rings” location, and historic Arrowtown.

Iconic Sights: Photograph “That Wanaka Tree” and enjoy free time in the resort town of Queenstown.

  • Day 1: Arrival in Christchurch

    • Airport pick-up provided followed by transfer to hotel.

    • Pick-up times: 15:30 and 17:30.

    • If flight times don’t match, please use taxi or airport shuttle at own expense.

    • Early arrivals can visit the International Antarctic Centre (NZD69/Adult, NZD45/Child).
    • Meals: Self-funded | Accommodation: IBIS Hotel Christchurch 3* or Motel
  • Day 2: Christchurch – Arthur’s Pass – Greymouth/Hokitika

    • Morning tour of Christchurch city and Botanic Gardens.

    • Drive through Arthur’s Pass National Park.

    • Visit Castle Hill, filming location for “The Chronicles of Narnia”.

    • Meals: Breakfast/Chinese Lunch/Chinese or Western Dinner | Accommodation: Hokitika or Greymouth area

  • Day 3: Greymouth/Hokitika – Glaciers – Haast

    • Visit the Pancake Rocks.

    • Explore Hokitika, the home of Pounamu (Jade).

    • Visit Ross Goldfields and the Glacier valley.

    • Optional: Helicopter glacier flight (self-funded).

    • Meals: Breakfast/Western Light Lunch/Western Dinner | Accommodation: Heartland World Heritage Hotel or Motel

  • Day 4: Haast – Wanaka – Queenstown

    • Visit Lake Wanaka and the “That Wanaka Tree”.

    • Arrive in Queenstown and take the ★Skyline Gondola.

    • Meals: Breakfast/Lunch Self-funded/Chinese Dinner | Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront or similar

  • Day 5: Queenstown – Glenorchy – Arrowtown – Queenstown

    • Explore Glenorchy and Paradise Valley (“Middle-earth”).

    • Afternoon visit to Arrowtown’s historic streets.

    • Meals: Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner Self-funded | Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront or similar

  • Day 6: Queenstown Free Day

    • Optional A: Milford Sound Day Tour (Adult NZD274/Child NZD164).

    • Optional B: Doubtful Sound Day Tour (Adult NZD499/Child NZD305).

    • Optional C: TSS Earnslaw & Farm BBQ Lunch (Adult NZD189/Child NZD95).

    • Optional D: Shotover Jet (Adult NZD169/Child NZD95).

    • Optional E: Free exploration or Onsen Hot Pools.

    • Meals: Breakfast/Lunch & Dinner Self-funded | Accommodation: Same as Day 5

  • Day 7: Queenstown – Home

    • Free time until departing for the airport at own expense.

    • Check-out time: 10:00 AM.

    • Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: N/A

Tour Inclusions

  • Accommodation: 3-4 star hotel (Twin Share).
  • Service: Chinese-speaking driver-guide.
  • Transport: Tour coach.
  • Meals: As listed in the itinerary.
  • Admission: Entrance fees for attractions marked with ★

Tour Exclusions

  • Domestic or international airfares.
  • Passport and visa application fees.
  • Optional activities (Self-funded).
  • Tipping: Suggested NZD $6 per person per day.
  • Personal travel insurance (Strongly recommended).
  • Personal expenses and costs due to force majeure.

Tour Transporation

This tour usually departs on the 7th, 17th and 27th of each month.

  • Airport Pick-up Service: Two free pick-up times are available at Christchurch Airport at 15:30 and 17:30 every day.
  • Missed Pick-up: Passengers need to arrange transportation to the next destination on their own and bear the relevant costs.
  • Airport Drop-off Service: This tour does not include drop-off service. Passengers need to go to the airport by themselves and can choose taxi, Uber or Super Shuttle.
  • Assisted Booking: Airport shuttle can be booked for an additional fee (pick-up: $30 per person; drop-off: starting from $25 per person as a reference).

Things to Note

Flights: Recommended arrival before 14:00 on Day 1; any departure time from Queenstown on Day 7.

Rooms: Triple rooms default to one double + one single bed or two doubles. Three separate beds are not guaranteed.

Rights: The company reserves the right to adjust the itinerary and price based on weather, traffic, etc.

Cancelation Policy

  • Deposit: $500 per person upon booking; balance due 3 weeks before departure.

  • Fees:

    • 14-30 working days before departure: Loss of $500 deposit.

    • 7-14 working days before departure: Fee of $600 per person.

    • Within 7 working days: No refund of total tour fee.

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