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The Southern Drift (Base, 2026/2027, 12 Days)

12 days
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Start and end in Christchurch
4.4
15 traveler reviews
The Southern Drift (Base, 2026/2027, 12 Days) - Inspiring Journeys
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Tour Operator:
Inspiring Journeys
Max group size:
24
Age range:
12 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
287827

Places You’ll See

  • Christchurch
    Christchurch
  • Queenstown
    Queenstown
  • Haast
    Haast
  • Te Anau
    Te Anau
  • Milford Sound
    Milford Sound
  • Dunedin
    Dunedin
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Highlights

  • Ride the TranzAlpine train across the Southern Alps
  • Explore Franz Josef Glacier with a local guide
  • Cruise on Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw
  • Stay overnight on the Milford Mariner in Fiordland
  • Tour Stewart Island and cruise Paterson Inlet

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Christchurch
  2. Day 2 Christchurch - Franz Josef/Waiau
  3. Day 3 Franz Josef/Waiau 'Relaxed Start'
  4. Day 4 Franz Josef/Waiau - Arrowtown - Queenstown
  5. Day 5 Queenstown at Leisure
  6. Day 6 Queenstown at Leisure
  7. Day 7 Queenstown - Te Anau - Milford Sound/Piopiotahi
  8. Day 8 Milford Sound - Invercargill
  9. Day 9 Invercargill (Stewart & Ulva Islands)
  10. Day 10 Invercargill - Dunedin
  11. Day 11 Dunedin - Christchurch
  12. Day 12 Farewell from Christchurch
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Hotel Montreal Christchurch

    Hotel
    Days 1, 11

  • Te Waonui Forest Retreat

    Hotel
    Days 2, 3

  • The Rees Hotel

    Hotel
    Days 4, 5, 6

  • Milford Mariner

    Hotel
    day 7

  • The Langlands Hotel

    Hotel
    Days 8, 9

  • Distinction Dunedin Hotel

    Hotel
    day 10

Operated by

Inspiring Journeys

4.4
(15 reviews)

Number of tours

32

Age Range

12 to 99 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

100%

Welcome to Inspiring Journeys. We invite you to embark on a bespoke exploration, on a small group journey, exploring Australia & New Zealand. Discover ancient cultures and rugged destinations with the guiding hand of an expert.

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Customer Reviews

  • Susan
    · August 30th, 2022
    We had a fantastic experience touring with our group. Wonderfully led by our guide Toni, and always feeling safe with...
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Dates & Availability

12 days
The Southern Drift (Base, 2026/2027, 12 Days)
From Christchurch to Christchurch

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