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5 Day Southern Experience Tour

5 days
Start and end in Christchurch
5.0
2 traveler reviews
5 Day Southern Experience Tour - Thrifty Tours
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Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Guided in English
Age range 1 to 100
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Highlights

  • Let loose in the adventure capital of Queenstown.
  • See the awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Witness the crystal clear lakes and towering mountains.
  • Cruise on the magical waters of Milford Sound.
  • Journey over the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine Train.

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Christchurch to Mt. Cook National Park to Queenstown
  2. Day 2 Free day to explore Queenstown
  3. Day 3 Milford Sound day tour with Real Journeys
  4. Day 4 Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier
  5. Day 5 Franz Josef to Greymouth train station, TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Operated by

Thrifty Tours

Number of tours

28

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

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    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
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  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
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  • Accommodation
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  • Food
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  • 4.5
  • SS
    · July 24th, 2019
    so far we really happy with the tour and the...
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    Trip date: July 2019
  • A
    · July 12th, 2019
    was great everyone should do it
    Trip date: July 2019

Dates & Availability

5 days
5 Day Southern Experience Tour
From Christchurch to Christchurch

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    • How are accommodations handled for single travelers?

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