Others

2 Group Dinners Castle Rock Walk Stop at the Rugged West Coast Township of Franz Josef Transport to Milford Sound (cruise optional) Visit Mount Cook, One of the Highest Settlements in New Zealand Church of the Good Shepherd Kaikoura Coastline, Famed for it’s Marine Wildlife Wine tasting in Marlborough Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowhole Walk Ohau Point and Cape Foulwind Seal Colonies Abel Tasman National Park, Arguably One of the Best in New Zealand

Transport

Transport in our own luxury vehicle Wifi on board Leather seats USB chargers Air-conditioned Epic sound system for all those road trip songs!

Accommodation

13 nights accommodation in shared and mixed-sex dorms with other Wild Kiwi guests.

Guide

Experienced and knowledgeable Wild Kiwi guide.

Meals

Breakfast is included each day and we will also go to a couple of our guides favourite spots for 2 evening dinners.

Not included:

Insurance

We highly recommend you have travel insurance whilst you are in New Zealand.

Others

Additional add-on experiences can be booked by your Wild Kiwi guide whilst on tour: Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike from $469 Quad Biking from $180 Milford Sound from $89 Canyon Swing/Fox from $165 Bungy Jumping from $205 Jet Boating from $135 Skydiving over the Southern Alps from $299 Funyaks from $379 Paragliding from $239 Horse Riding from $174 Ziptrek Ecotours from $145 Rafting from $199 Canyoning from $219 Ice Pub Crawl from $30 Mt Cook Scenic Flight from $280 Tasman Glacier Boat Cruise from $170 Mount Cook Star Gazing Tour from $80 Mount Cook Heli-Hike from $595 Hanmer Springs Hot Pools from $28 Bungy Jumping in Hanmer from $169 Whale Watching Cruise from $150 Swim with Dolphins from $180 Pilot a Plane Experience from $120 Abel Tasman Kayak and Walk Experience from $150 Abel Tasman Skydiving from $289 Abel Tasman Canyoning from $289 West Coast Brewery Tour from $35 Underworld Cave Tour from $120

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Day 1 Christchurch To Tekapo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Christchurch To Tekapo

Prepare for an incredible first day as we head for the turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo at one of New Zealand’s most insta-worthy spots. Explore the local bike trails before you relax in the lakeside hot springs for some stargazing at the world’s largest Dark Sky Reserve.
Day 2 Tekapo To Queenstown
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tekapo To Queenstown

From here we make our way through the tall, tussock-covered mountains of Lindis Pass before landing in the adventure capital of the world - Queenstown.
Day 3 Queenstown And Milford Sound
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Queenstown And Milford Sound

An early start today, you’ll need to be ready for 7 am as we head to the 8th wonder of the world, Milford Sound. Don’t worry we’ll have some breakfast on the vehicle waiting for you! This is one of the most beautiful drives in New Zealand and we’ll be making plenty of photo stops as we transcend into Fiordland. You’ll get to see the stunning Mirror Lakes and plenty of other beautiful, crystal clear lakes. When we get into Milford Sound you can go on a cruise that takes you through the sound itself. If you’d rather have the extra day in Queenstown to jump off or out of things, then let your guide know.
Day 4 Queenstown
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Queenstown

Time to explore Queenstown and do all of the crazy things you would like to tick off the bucket list! Your guide will leave breakfast in your kitchen so help yourself as everyone will be off at different times. Queenstown is the adrenaline capital of the world; you can go bungy jumping, skydiving, paragliding, jet boating, canyoning, white-water rafting, zip lining, luging, mountain biking, horse riding, kayaking and quad-biking. You should be able to fit 2-3 activities in today, so go throw yourself off or out of something! Once the day’s done, we’ll all meet and share our crazy experience over a meal and some drinks!
Day 5 Queenstown To Franz Josef
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Queenstown To Franz Josef

After a break in picturesque Wanaka, prepare to be dazzled as we travel along rugged coastline beside ancient rainforests, icy glaciers, and crashing waterfalls as we head over Haast Pass, before we arrive at the gateway to glacier country – Franz Josef.
Day 6 Franz Josef
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Franz Josef

Crampons at the ready, Franz Josef could be the most beautiful place you’ll ever set your eyes on. Explore the stunning formations made over thousands of years, where you can hike, helicopter - or both! Want something at a lower altitude? Quad bike, kayak or relax in glacier hot pools, before kicking back with a cold drink to soak it all in.
Day 7 Franz Josef To Christchurch
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Franz Josef To Christchurch

After a quick stop off at beautiful Hokitika, experience a spectacular journey through Arthur’s Pass amongst the stunning snow-capped Southern Alps. Back in Christchuch, spend the afternoon exploring the quirky shops and pop-up cafes.
Day 8 Christchurch To Punakaiki
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Christchurch To Punakaiki

Starting the second week of your adventure, we drive one of three scenic passes across the Southern Alps to the west coast. The Lewis Pass takes us through unmodified beech forests, alpine wetland and along the Lewis River. We have plenty of distance to cover but we will have stunning landscapes & stops on our way to the picturesque town of Punakaiki.
Day 9 Punakaiki
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Punakaiki

The ultimate beachside destination for adventure and exploration, this picturesque coastal village is full of exciting things to do but is best known for the Pancake Rock where columns of water shoot skyward from rocks that resemble giant stacks of hotcakes. Spend the afternoon experiencing luxuriant coastal forest, fantastic limestone cliffs and canyons, mysterious caves, pristine rivers, and an absolutely spectacular coastline.
Day 10 Punakaiki To Abel Tasman
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Punakaiki To Abel Tasman

Drive the wild west coast with stops that include lighthouse views and seal colonies. As we head inland we drive through the scenic Nelson Lakes towards arguably New Zealand’s most beautiful National Park, Abel Tasman. Spend the afternoon exploring the tiny town or go on an adventure to collect fresh green lipped mussels.
Day 11 Abel Tasman - Golden Bay Day Trip
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Abel Tasman - Golden Bay Day Trip

Today we head to Golden Bay, home to New Zealand’s longest sandspit along with stunning beaches and wildlife. Be ready for an adventure today, as we stop to explore the Ngārua Caves followed by a walk around Te Waikoropupū Springs, some of the clearest water you will see. Finally, follow the track to the most northern point on the South Island at Wharariki Beach.
Day 12 Abel Tasman
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Abel Tasman

Kick back on the beach or, if you’re feeling adventurous, discover the raw natural beauty of Abel Tasman National Park by hiking parts of the track or grab a kayak and spend the day along the coastal track. If you’re lucky, you might spot native wildlife such as the Tui or Tuatara.
Day 13 Abel Tasman To Kaikoura Via Marlborough
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Abel Tasman To Kaikoura Via Marlborough

After a few epic adventures on our way out of town we head to the famed Marlborough Wine Region. Driving through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds we’ll pop by Picton before settling into one of our favourite wineries. Have a sip or two of it’s world-famous Sauvignon Blanc and snap some instagram worthy shots in the vineyards.

Next up is Kaikoura, there are very few places in the world that can boast such natural wonders as those offered by land and sea in this small community. As we come into town you’ll notice the dramatic, rugged cliffs on the edge of town, which are as impressive as the whale watching and dolphin swimming.
Day 14 Day 14: Kaikoura To Christchurch
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Kaikoura To Christchurch

Spend the morning ticking off the rest of your bucket list, whether it’s spotting seals, searching for whales or swimming with dolphins. After a morning of adventure, we will hop on the road for our final drive back to Christchurch. Say your goodbyes to your Wild Kiwi fam or convince them to continue the adventure through the funky neighbourhoods of Christchurch. We’ll get back to Jucy Snooze Christchurch at approximately 3 pm where we’ll say goodbye, but don’t be sad, you will have made some memories to last a lifetime!

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Itinerary of your trip Big South

Christchurch To Tekapo

Tekapo To Queenstown

Queenstown And Milford Sound

Queenstown

Queenstown To Franz Josef

Franz Josef

Franz Josef To Christchurch

Christchurch To Punakaiki

Punakaiki

Punakaiki To Abel Tasman

Abel Tasman - Golden Bay Day Trip

Abel Tasman

Abel Tasman To Kaikoura Via Marlborough

Day 14: Kaikoura To Christchurch

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