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SOUTH ISLAND- Glacier Wonderland
6 Days / 5 Nights

Day 1 - CHRISTCHURCH / MT COOK / QUEENSTOWN
From Christchurch, travel South across the Canterbury Plains, through farming communities before climbing up to high plains of the McKenzie Country, pausing at the Church of the Good Shepherd to view Lake Tekapo. Continue to Mount Cook village nestled under New Zealand's highest mountain, Mt Cook. The mountain overlooks a network of glaciers that feed Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki. There are a number of activities including walks, tramps and scenic flights that will enable views of Mt Cook and the glaciers (own expense). From Mount Cook return along the length of Lake Pukaki then head South through Twizel and Omarama to the scenic Lindis Pass. Once over the pass follow the Clutha Valley to its junction with the Kawarau Gorge at Cromwell. Queenstown is reached by following the "gold trail" alongside the winding Kawarau River. Queenstown nestles up to the northern shore of Lake Wakatipu from where it commands an expansive view of the peaks that surround the lake.

Day 2 - MILFORD SOUND DAY EXCURSION

Drive through the magnificent beech forests of the Eglington and Hollyford Valleys, through the Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound for a launch excursion on the fiord. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery including the awe- inspiring Mitre Peak with a full commentary on the natural history of the fiord. Lunch is included. Upon conclusion return to Queenstown.

Day 3 - QUEENSTOWN

Today is free to enjoy the many leisure pursuits. The local staff at "The Station" can assist with information and reservations for the huge selection of things to see and do.

Day 4 - QUEENSTOWN / FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER
This morning depart the hotel for a full day journey from Queenstown to Franz Josef, During the trip, you will traverse Kawarau Gorge, Hawera River and Lake Wanaka. Travel through Haast and continue on to Franz Josef (Lunch own expense).

Day 5 - FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER

Today is at leisure. Available activities include walks, tramps, scenic flights and guided tours (own expense).
There are good walkways up to the glaciers. Near Fox Glacier, a visit of the "mirror lake" Matheson is recommended.

Day 6 - FRANZ JOSEF / GREYMOUTH / CHRISTCHURCH
Today travel to Greymouth and board the scenic Tranz Alpine for a rail journey famous for its spectacular mountain scenery as it traverses the Southern Alps which divide the East and West coasts of the South Island. Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch arriving at approximately 6:35pm.

Code: PPMT005

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(In the event the following accommodation is not available we reserve the right to substitute accommodation of a similar standard)

Terms & Conditions
Costs are per person, twin share, in New Zealand dollars including New Zealand Goods & Services Tax (GST)

Includes:

• Accommodation per night - room only

• Air conditioned seat in coach travel throughout.

• Sightseeing entrance fees as specified in itinerary

• Meals as specified in itinerary

• New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (GST), currently 12.5%

Excludes:

• International or Domestic Airfares

• Any meals and sightseeing not specified in itinerary

• Optional attractions

•  Items of a purely personal nature

• Travel insurance

•  New Zealand Departure Tax

Booking terms and conditions – deposits, amendments and cancellations

•  Please refer to the booking terms and conditions attached to the booking form that must be accepted before a reservation is made