4 Day Southern Circuit: Glaciers, Christchurch and Mt Cook Tour from Queenstown in Queenstown
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4 Day Southern Circuit: Glaciers, Christchurch and Mt Cook Tour from Queenstown
Next available dates
Sun
22 Sept
Mon
23 Sept
Tue
24 Sept
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4* Accommodation
Next availability: Sun, 22 Sept
From
USD 4,013.03
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Premium Motels
Next availability: Sun, 22 Sept
From
USD 3,551.24
Highlights
Discover the scenic beauty and natural wonders of the South Islands mountains, lakes and glaciers in four days. Explore the West Coast Glaciers, enjoy the sights on the renowned TranzAlpine Scenic Train journey and spend a night at Aoraki Mt Cook National Park, home to New Zealand's highest mountain!
This is an Independent coach tour, where you travel on a combination of touring coaches and sightseeing services with commentary and/or point to point coaches which may not have commentary. You will be with different people on each part of the tour and different drivers. You have free time to explore on your own and are free to choose where and when to eat, meals are not included unless specified.
Itinerary
Enjoy a scenic coach journey from Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier
Franz Josef
8 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeLeaving Queenstown, travel past picturesque scenery of massive mountain peaks and crystal-clear blue lakes. Travel across the Haast Pass to the other side of the Southern Alps, the landscape changes dramatically. Welcome to the wild and wonderful West Coast, a remote and unspoiled region. Wind your way past native rainforest, rocky coastlines and powerful waterfalls. Your journey concludes in the village of Franz Josef, your base for exploration of the area.Franz Josef Glacier
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedYou will be met by a representative from Glacier Shuttles and taken on a short tour to view the glacier from the end of the road. Here you will have the opportunity to walk around and view the glacier from a viewing platform or enjoy one of the short walks available in this area.- AccommodationsChoose from a Premium Motel or 4-Star Hotel
Franz Josef to Greymouth and take the famous TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
Mawhera Greymouth isite Visitor Information Centre
4 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeToday you’ll head north through the historic gold mining region of Hokitika. Known for its Greenstone (Pounamu) this seaside town has a rich history dating back to the 1860’s. Continue on to Greymouth, the largest town on the West Coast and the starting point for the next leg of your journey - the TranzAlpine Scenic Train.TranzAlpine: Scenic Train Christchurch - Greymouth
4 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedConsidered one of the world's great train journeys, the TranzAlpine Scenic Train takes you from Greymouth to Christchurch. You'll travel across the South Island from the west to the east coast through Arthur's Pass National Park. From the comfort of your carriage see lush beech forest, deep river valleys and the spectacular peaks of the Southern Alps. Descend to the windswept Canterbury Plains before arriving in the city of Christchurch.Christchurch
Admission Ticket FreeChristchurch is known as the gateway to the South Island. Boasting a plethora of activities both inside and outside the town centre.- AccommodationsChoose from a Premium Motel or 4-Star Hotel
Christchurch to beautiful Aoraki Mt Cook National Park
Mount Cook Alpine Memorial
6 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeDepart Christchurch in the morning and travel through the Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo, where you can see the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd as it stands in solitude next to the vibrant blue waters. Leaving Tekapo, continue into the Southern Alps towards Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, home to New Zealand's tallest mountain. The tour concludes on arrival at Mount Cook Village, where you can explore and soak up the views of Aoraki / Mount Cook.Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAt 3754 metres Aoraki-Mt. Cook is New Zealand's highest mountain, located deep in the heart of the Southern Alps. As well as its impressive beauty, Mt. Cook National Park is also home to a huge range of awe-inspiring sights and activities. There are many short hikes in and around the park and these are well signposted. The region is also considered to have one of the clearest night skies in the world and is one of the few gold-rated dark sky reserves worldwide.- AccommodationsChoose from a Premium Motel or 4-Star Hotel
Spend the morning in Mt Cook National Park before heading back to Queenstown
Queenstown
5 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedDepart Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park this afternoon and head south through the Mackenzie Country. You pass the Mackenzie Basin and head into Central Otago before approaching Queenstown, where the impressive Remarkables mountain range and beautiful Lake Wakatipu come into view. You will be dropped at your accommodation which will conclude your tour.
What's included
INCLUDED
Shuttle to view Franz Josef Glacier
3 nights accommodation
Brief commentary on board coaches and tours
TranzAlpine Scenic Train
Return coach transport from Queenstown
NOT INCLUDED
Meals unless specified
Pre and post tour accommodation
Gratuities
Travel insurance. We recommend travel insurance for all tours
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Location
Address
Franz Josef, New Zealand
Provider
Discover New Zealand