NZ Adventure South

9 Days Christchurch to Queenstown
NZ Adventure South
NZ Adventure South
NZ Adventure South

Overview

Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Intro Travel's 9 Day NZ Adventure South. Home to jaw-dropping scenery, addictive adrenaline rushes and good times galore, New Zealand’s South Island is everything you’ve dreamed of. From Christchurch to Mount Cook and beyond, experience the highlights of the scenic south of New Zealand, along with some off-the-beaten-path adventures. Cruise stunning Milford Sound, jet boat through Lord of the Rings country, explore Wanaka and Queenstown, hike for iconic views and so much more! Oh, and did we mention you’ll be doing all this with a knowledgeable read more group leader and a new crew of mates? There’s no better way to kick off your adventure in NZ!
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Trip Length
Trip Length

9 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Christchurch

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Queenstown

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
Intro Travel
Trip Reviews
2 Trip Reviews
Avg. Rating: 4.5/5
Budget
Budget

Affordable

Age Range
Age Range

18-49 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

18

Guide Style
Guide Style

Fully Guided

Tour Code
Tour Code

NS

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
  • 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.
  • 8 Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 1 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

Intro Travel
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Since 2005, Intro Travel have been creating life changing travel experiences for 18-40+ year olds. Our group tours are designed to help you connect, explore, taste and give back to the world, all whilst making a new crew of mates along the way. We’re a little different to your standard big tour operator. We spend endless more hours finding the best accommodation and the best experiences, many of which we create from scratch with our local partners to give you a truly unique experience.

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.

Trip Reviews (2)

Intro Travel Reviews
Reviews 2 Reviews
Average Rating 4.5 out of 5
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NZ Adventure South 0 , QLD, Australia, Aug 2025
There wasn’t a single fault on this trip – everything was so easy and completely stress-free. The people were wonderful, and the views were absolutely breathtaking 😍. We traveled from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo, Wānaka, and Queenstown, and every stop was unforgettable. Our group leader was amazing, and the included activities were so well planned and read more fun for everyone. Truly an experience to remember!
NZ Down South 1 , Australia, Nov 2023
I did the New Zealand South Tour with Jess who was absolutely amazing!!!! She supported me through my bungy jump and she was also just such a fun tour leader, absolutely amazing xx
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Since 2005, we’ve been creating life changing travel experiences for 18-40s. Our travel experiences are designed to help you connect, explore, taste and give back to the world, all whilst making an awesome bunch of new mates along the way. Travelling with INTRO isn’t just group travel - it’s a way of meeting friends who become family and of seeing the more world in a respectful, caring and totally awesome way.

Dates & Pricing USD USD

Friday 27 Feb 2026 27 Feb 26 Christchurch
Saturday 07 Mar 2026 07 Mar 26 Queenstown
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