7-Day Great Glacier Explorer Tour by AAT KIngs



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Duration: 7d
Location: Queenstown, New Zealand | Queenstown, New Zealand


Category: Multi-Day & Extended

Highlights:
Natural & historical wonders of the South Island
Visits to the Southern Alps & Mount Cook National Park
Scenic cruise on the iconic steamship TSS Earnslaw
Grand natural scenery at magnificent Franz Josef Glacier
Riding the famous TranzAlpine train into the Southern Alps

Inclusions:
Guided 7-day tour of New Zealand's South Island
Hotel accommodation for 6 nights
Daily breakfast
Lunch on Day 2
Dinner on days 1–3, 5, and 6
Roundtrip transportation to and from Christchurch Airport
Live tour commentary provided in English

Description:

Spend a week exploring the incredible scenery of the South Island with this collection of cruises and tours. With unique wildlife in the valleys and fjords, a ride on a vintage steam ferry, and one of the world's most spectacular stretches of railroad, you can see the best New Zealand has to offer.

Day 1:
Arrive at Christchurch Airport and be picked up for a transfer to your hotel. Use free time during the rest of the day to explore the historic city your leisure.

Day 2:
Leave Christchurch behind you and travel to Lake Tekapo, with a stop to see the venerable Church of the Good Shepherd. Your tour continues into the Southern Alps for a visit to Mount Cook Village, where you break for a sumptuous 3-course lunch at the famous Hermitage Hotel. In the afternoon, have free time to explore the wildlife and natural scenery in Mount Cook Natural Park.

Day 3:
After some more time to explore the park in the morning, your tour takes you further south to the Lindis Pass, which skirts the shores of Lake Dunstan and the fruit-growing township of Cromwell. At Queenstown, board the TSS Earnslaw, a steamship that dates back to 1912. Take a scenic cruise to the Walter Peak High Country Farm for a gourmet barbecue dinner and traditional sheep show.

Day 4:
Spend day at your leisure in Quenstown, and explore the variety of activities offered in the lively community, the winemaking regions in the countryside, or the waters of Lake Wakatipu.

Day 5:
After breakfast, hop back on the coach for a trip along the rugged West Coast Road and over the Haast Pass. Along the way, look out for wildlife including fur seals, Hector's dolphins, and Fiordland crested penguins. In the afternoon, have free time to explore Franz Josef Township and the magnificent Franz Josef Glacier.

Day 6:
Continue your tour to the town of Greymouth, where you board the famous TranzAlpine for a ride on one of the world's most scenic railroad lines. Travel through the charming landscape of the Southern Alps, from dry beech forests and tussock landscapes up into the snowy mountains, and then descend across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch and spend your evening in this historic town.

Day 7:
Conclude your adventure with one more breakfast before a transfer takes you back to Christchurch Airport.



Cancellation Policy: 47 days
Know before you book: Children 1 and younger are complimentary provided they do not occupy their own seat., Children 17 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult., At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place., On each day, you will travel with a different driver and guide and a different group of fellow travelers., Standard accommodations are at the Hotel Ibis Christchurch, the Hermitage Hotel (View rooms), the Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown, and the Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Graham Wing) or similar., First-class accommodations are at the Novotel Christchurch, the Hermitage Hotel (Superior rooms), the Millennium Hotel Queenstown, and the Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Douglas Wing) or similar., Travel dates may be subject to change due to availability. Should the trip be fully booked on the requested date, you will be provided with an alternative date., Please arrange pickup from Christchurch Airport when you call to confirm your reservation.

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