Experience the exciting up-close encounter with Giant Sperm Whales allround the year.
New Zealand Top of the South Island
Experience the ultimate journey through New Zealand, curated for the discerning traveler.
Overview
Highlights
Daily Itinerary
On arrival in Christchurch, 'The Garden City', you will be met by our local representative and privately transferred to your hotel.
Rest of the day is at leisure for you to relax after a long flight journey.
Travel through North Canterbury before turning towards the coast and arriving in Kaikoura, a town steeped in Maori history and legend.
Enjoy a Whale Watch experience by boat (weather permitting – tomorrow early morning is the alternative cruise time).
A leisurely start this morning before you continue north to Blenheim, the centre of the Marlborough region and New Zealand's most famous wine growing area.
Afternoon is at leisure.
Explore the Marlborough Wine Region this morning including a winery visit with tasting before heading through to Havelock Marina.
Join the Greenshell Mussel Cruise this afternoon on the Marlborough Sounds before continuing by road through to Nelson.
At leisure to enjoy Nelson.
Optional activities include a day excursion to Abel Tasman National Park or enjoy a visit to one of the many wineries in the region.
Travel across hill country today through the Buller Gorge to Westport and down the coast to the famous Punakaiki Pancake Rocks.
A short journey today to reach the town of Greymouth.
Board the Tranz Alpine train (seat in coach passengers only) and travel through the rainforest of the West Coast to reach Arthur's Pass National Park and the Southern Alps, before descending through the rugged gorges of the Waimakariri and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer.
We trust you enjoyed your Vacation!
What's Included
- Airport transfers
- Intercity transfers by speed train
- Hotel to Central Rail Station by Taxi or Cab
- Breakfast at Hotel
- Sightseeing as per Itinerary
- Accommodation
What's Not Included
- Airfair
- Visa fee & Travel Insurance
- GST & Tax
- Early Check in and late Check out
- Lunches & Dinner
- Anything that is not mentioned in Itinerary
- City Tax
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Promise
Seamless
Customizable
Prices are subject to availability and seasonal changes.
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