Overview
Itinerary
Landing in Christchurch, we’ll meet you at our hostel to settle in and refresh. We recommend arriving before 3pm as that is when the tour starts.
Discover the vibrant city of Christchurch, where history comes alive at every turn, before we make our way to the breathtaking beauty of Lake Tekapo!
Today, we'll hike up the stunning Mount John, where 360-degree panoramic views of the majestic Southern Alps await. Afterward, we'll unwind and recharge by soaking our tired muscles in soothing hot pools—pure bliss!
This morning we'll make our way to Wanaka. This afternoon we’ll stretch our limbs hiking for unforgettable views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand.
Today we check out all Wanaka has to offer, including going kayaking on the beautiful Lake Wanaka and discovering the famous Wanaka Tree.
Later, we'll tackle the Mount Iron hike, where we'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including the Pisa Range and the Upper Clutha Basin.
Today we’ll travel to the beautiful city of Queenstown. We'll have some time to explore this epic city.
Jumping on a fjord cruise, we'll experience the spellbinding combination of towering peaks, forested cliffs, resident seals, and plummeting waterfalls up close and personal. Pick your jaw up off the floor, this is mother nature at her finest!
Today we'll get a splash of adrenaline with a jet-boat ride. Feel the thrill as the highly skilled driver keeps things pumping with 360-degree spins and speeds more than 80km/h.
Tonight we'll get the gang together for our farewell dinner and final night out on the town! Time to see what this backpacker hub is all about after dark!
This morning your Southern Kiwi adventure comes to an end. Prepped and ready for the next leg of your travels along with the new friends you've made, we'll be there for support every step of the way.
Trip Inclusions
9 Days Of Epic Activities: Experience jaw-dropping scenery, addictive adrenaline rushes, stunning hikes & more!
- Christchurch City Orientation
- Lake Tekapo Hot Pools
- Mount John Hike
- Mount Cook / Aoraki National Park
- Kayaking on Lake Wanaka
- Queenstown City Orientation
- Milford Sound Cruise
- Mount Iron hike
- Jet Boating on Lake Wakatipu
While our trips are laid back and relaxed with plenty of time to do your own thing, we don't pad out our itineraries with loads of free time to explore or optional activities like other operators. Everything you'd want plus some special surprises are always included.
- Awesome Group Leader: You'll get an awesome group leader to provide 24/7 support during & after your trip.
- 7 Meals: 4 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 2 Dinners.
- 100% Carbon Neutral: We accurately measure the CO2 emissions of your tour and 100% offset them through planting the required amount of trees.
8 Nights Accommodation: You'll spend 8 nights in hostels in the heart of some of New Zealand's most vibrant cities.
- Christchurch - Hostel: 1 night in a great location. With multi-share dorm rooms, shared bathrooms, WiFi, air con, laundry, dining area & kitchen.
- Lake Tekapo - Hostel: 2 nights at a fantastic hostel situated in an amazing location right by Lake Tekapo! With multi-share dorm rooms, shared bathrooms, WiFi, air con, laundry, kitchen, dining area & cinema room.
- Wanaka - Hostel: 2 nights in a cosy hostel in the centre of Wanaka. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, laundry, dining area, & kitchen.
- Queenstown - Hostel: 3 nights right in the heart of the city. With mixed dorm rooms, shared bathroom, WiFi, kitchen, & laundry.
Operator
While our trips are laid back and relaxed with plenty of time to do your own thing, we don’t pad out our itineraries with loads of free time to explore or optional activities like other operators. Everything you'd want plus some special surprises are always included.
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