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The Classic Tour series hits all of the essential tour sites if you have a limited amount of time. In the South Island classic you are able to experience the beautiful Garden City (Christchurch), go on a whale watching tour, take a ride on the Tranz Alpine trains though the beautiful picturesque mountains, visit the Adventure capital (Queenstown), the incredible fiords of Milford Sound and more!
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Tour OperatorMongol Global Tour Co.
Duration
14 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1Depart USADepart USA: Today you leave for New Zealand. The adventure begins!

Day 2In FlightIn Flight: You lose this day due to the International Dateline; however you will get it back at the end of your trip.

Day 3ChristchurchChristchurch: You arrive in Christchurch, the Garden City. You will be transferred to your hotel where you will have a chance to rest or get refreshed for the day. Afterwards you have some free time to walk around the botanical gardens.

Day 4KaikoraChristchurch - Kaikora: Board the Great Sights tour for the full day Whale Watching Tour. Leaving Christchurch, your coach will cross the North Canterbury Plains and continue through the Hundalees. Whale watching is at its best as you cruise in special purpose built sea craft to view the majestic whale. The sea also abounds with other sea life; seals, Dusky dolphin and the rare Hector dolphins can sometimes be seen. You will then return back to Christchurch

Day 5Franz JosephChristchurch - Trans Alpine - Franz Joseph: Board the scenic Trans Alpine Train for a journey famous for its spectacular mountain scenery. From Greymouth, travel on to Franz Joseph.

Day 6Franz JosephFranz Joseph: Today you can explore the glacier at your leisure. Option: Scenic Flight (helicopter or ski plane), Guided Hike up the Glacier

Day 7QueenstownFranz Joseph - Queenstown: Travel south through the stunning West Coast Scenery through the Haast Pass. Journey past Lakes Hawea and Wanaka, then continue to Queenstown.

Day 8QueesntownQueesntown: Today you can take the action packed shotover jet. Here you experience the jet boat at the extreme. Queenstown is the unofficial adventure city in the world. There are many options for adventure activities to get the adrenaline pumping. Options: Rafting, Bungee Jump, Helicopter Ride, Sky Dive.

Day 9QueenstownQueenstown: You will have a 4WD tour. This tour gives you the opportunity to see the incredible natural backdrops from movies filmed in the area. This evening you will travel by Gondola up the side of the mountain. Here you will enjoy a buffet dinner whilst overlooking the lights of the city. Next you will enjoy a Maori experience and show. After the show you will have an opportunity to take a photo with a male & female Maori performer. You will take a Gondola back down.

Day 10Milford SoundQueenstown - Milford Sound: Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park. Upon arrival in Milford, join your Milford Sound Red Boat Cruise for an unforgettable experience. Return to Queenstown.

Day 11DunedinQueenstown - Dunedin: You will travel to Pukerangi where you will transfer to the Taieri Gorge train. View Otago's unspoilt landscape as your journey takes you into rugged terrain with sightseeing stops along the way. You will then arrive in Dunedin.

Day 12DunedinDunedin : This morning is at leisure. If you would like you could visit the Jacobean Olveston House, or take a guided tour of Larnach Castle. The downtown area has some great shops so this would be a good time to get in some shopping. This afternoon you will be taken on a tour of the Otago Peninsula including the renowned Royal Albatross Colony (seasonal).

Day 13ChristchurchDunedin - Christchurch: This morning you will have some leisure time. You will then be transferred to Christchurch. You can be transferred by coach or flight. The rest of the day is at leisure. You can enjoy the charming feel of the Garden City.

Day 14Return USAReturn USA: You will be transferred to the airport where you will fly home with a lifetime of wonderful memories.

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Disclaimer
Price listed is starting price of basic package.

Price Includes: Transfers, hotels, sights and admission as per the itinerary, meals as per the itinerary.

Price Does Not Include: International flights, meals not listed on the itinerary, tips, New Zealand departure tax, activities listed as option or optional
   
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