New Zealand Adventure South - 9 Days
Trip Snapshot
Genders
- Female56%
- Male44%
Average age
Start / End
- Christchurch
- Queenstown
Physical rating
Group size
4 - 18Meals included
7Highlights
- Explore Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
- Kayak on Lake Wanaka
- Experience the thrill of Queenstown
- Sail through the awe-inspiring beauty of Milford Sound
- Speed through rugged canyons on an exhilarating jet boat ride
- Kayak on Lake Wanaka
- Experience the thrill of Queenstown
- Sail through the awe-inspiring beauty of Milford Sound
- Speed through rugged canyons on an exhilarating jet boat ride
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Summary
With its breathtaking landscapes, heart-pounding thrills, and endless fun, New Zealand’s South Island is everything you’ve ever dreamed of and more. From the lively city of Christchurch to the towering peaks of Mount Cook and beyond, you’ll experience the very best of this stunning region, with a few hidden gems along the way. Cruise through the jaw-dropping Milford Sound, jet boat through the epic scenery of Lord of the Rings country, explore the adventure hubs of Wanaka and Queenstown, hike to iconic viewpoints, and so much more! With an awesome group leader from the moment your trip starts, an instant group of friends to share your adventure, amazing accommodation and so much included. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime!
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive and meet your group
Kia ora! Landing in Christchurch, we’ll meet you at our hostel to settle in and refresh. We recommend arriving before 3pm as that is when the tour starts.
Day 2
Christchurch Orientation & Lake Tekapo
Explore the lively city of Christchurch, where history and culture come to life around every corner, before heading to the stunning beauty of Lake Tekapo!
Day 3
Lake Tekapo
Today we’ll take a hike up Mt John where we’ll get 360-degree views of the Southern Alps before soaking our tired muscles in some hot pools.
Day 4
Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
This morning we'll make our way to Wanaka.This afternoon we’ll stretch our limbs hiking for unforgettable views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand.
Day 5
Discover Wanaka
Today we’ll check out the highlights of Wanaka, including going kayaking on the stunning Lake Wanaka and discovering the famous Wanaka Tree. We’ll later hike up Mount Iron for stunning views of the local area including The Pisa range, Upper Clutha Basin and the mesmerising Southern Alps.
Day 6
Explore Queenstown
Today we’ll travel to the beautiful city of Queenstown. We'll have some time to explore this epic city.
Day 7
Milford Sound Cruise
Leaving Queenstown, today we’re heading to the majestic Milford Sound. We’ll hop on a boat to cruise around the fjord, feeling tiny amongst sheer cliff faces, ancient forests, and plunging waterfalls.
Day 8
Queenstown & Jet Boating
Today we’ll show you around stunning Queenstown with an orientation walk. The good news is that our first jolt of adrenaline isn’t far off, as this afternoon we’ll be zipping through Canyons on a jet boat going over 80 km/h. Tonight we’ll get together one last time for our farewell dinner.
Day 9
Check Out
This morning your unforgettable South Island adventure comes to an end. Check out and journey home, stay in Queenstown, or continue the next leg of your travels with the new friends you’ve made! Whatever your plans, we’ll be there to help every step of the way.
What's Included
Accommodation
1 Night Christchurch - Dorm Share 2 Nights Lake Tekapo - Dorm Share 2 Nights Wanaka - Dorm Share 3 Nights Queenstown - Dorm Share
Meals
Breakfasts: 4, Lunches: 1, Dinners: 2
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
Dates & Prices
Jul 2026
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- Tuesday 1 Sep 2026to Wednesday 9 Sep 2026£1,249
- Thursday 10 Sep 2026to Friday 18 Sep 20266+ spaces of 18 left£1,149Best offer
- Wednesday 16 Sep 2026to Thursday 24 Sep 20266+ spaces of 18 left£1,149Best offerBook for£200 today, pay the rest later
- Tuesday 22 Sep 2026to Wednesday 30 Sep 20266+ spaces of 18 left£1,149Best offerBook for£200 today, pay the rest later
Customer reviews & ratings
I’ve just finished the 9-day South Island tour in New Zealand, and it was absolutely incredible! The scenery and attractions were breathtaking—Milford Sound and Lake Tekapo were definite highlights for me, but honestly, everything we saw was amazing, making it impossible to choose a favourite. Our group leader, Lauren, was exceptional. She was organised, helpful, and incredibly knowledgeable about New Zealand. She consistently went above and beyond to make sure everyone in the group was looked after. Each evening she organised games and activities that helped us get to know one another and really bond as a group—she put so much effort into it, and it didn’t go unnoticed. I even had a stressful moment with a missing passport, and Lauren handled it so calmly. She made countless calls and took care of everything to ensure it was safely returned to me. I couldn’t recommend her more highly, and I hope future tours are lucky enough to have her as their leader
Shauna Byrne Nov, 2025 VerifiedJust finished the 9 day New Zealand South Island tour, it was absolutely amazing ! My group leader Lauren was fantastic. Super kind and always helpful. Extremely well organised and was full of facts in all the different areas we visited. The trip was filled with fun activities everyday , highly recommend.
lily sparkes Nov, 2025 Verified
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