New Zealand South Island Exploration 9 Days
6 cities |
19 attraction(s) |
total distance 1281
km
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Day1: Christchurch
3 attraction(s) ·
8 km
1
Christchurch has a 300,000 square meter green land located by the Avon River, which is the most pleasant place in the city. Over ten thousand species of plants display a colorful array of colors in different seasons, bringing endless surprises to visitors. Whether it's the elderly, children, couples, or friends, taking a stroll in the botanical garden or enjoying a cup of coffee in the cafe is very pleasant. The visitor information center is located between the botanical garden and the Canterbury Museum and provides timely answers to any visitor questions. Come here and experience the atmosphere of the garden city!
4
km
3
The Art Center located in Christchurch is an ancient building full of Gothic style, and it is also an iconic art palace in the city. Here visitors can enter the artist's workshop, witness their creative process with their own eyes, and have the opportunity to purchase their favorite artworks. Once the location of Canterbury University, although the university has moved elsewhere, the strong artistic atmosphere of this historic building has been preserved.
Day2: Kaikoura
2 attraction(s) ·
5 km
1
Do you want to get close to the stunning scenery and wildlife of the Kaikoura Peninsula? Come try the Kaikoura Peninsula Trail! You can choose to spend half a day or a full day exploring the entire trail on foot. However, if time is limited, you can choose to only take a 25-minute walk to the Whalers Bay viewpoint and experience the first part of the trail. No matter where you are on the trail, you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery where the sea meets the mountains. For travelers who love photography and hiking, the Kaikoura Peninsula Trail is an absolute must-see.
5
km
2
Day3: South Island
2 attraction(s) ·
1 km
1
Hot mineral springs & rock pools with mountain views, plus kid-friendly water slides & a lazy river.
1
km
Day4: South Island > Greymouth
3 attraction(s) ·
172 km
1
Hot mineral springs & rock pools with mountain views, plus kid-friendly water slides & a lazy river.
132
km
Day5: South Island
2 attraction(s) ·
9 km
1
7.5-mi.-long glacier accessible by an 8-hour hike or by helicopter for guided tours at the top.
9
km
Day6: South Island > Wanaka
3 attraction(s) ·
166 km
1
7.5-mi.-long glacier accessible by an 8-hour hike or by helicopter for guided tours at the top.
147
km
2
From the shore of Lake Wanaka, magnificent views of the town of Wanaka can be enjoyed, and there are a variety of activities to choose from on the lake and along its banks. Wanaka is a unique place full of vitality and a sporty atmosphere, where visitors can try cycling, water skiing, surfing, mountain climbing, running, off-road motorbiking, winter snowboarding or skiing, or simply stroll along the beautiful lake and experience the natural scenery here.
19
km
3
A solitary, crooked crack willow tree sits alone on Lake Wanaka, backdropped by the Southern Alps.
Day7: Queenstown
2 attraction(s) ·
2 km
1
Attraction featuring a gondola to a panoramic restaurant/bar, hiking trails & a luge ride down.
2
km
2
Lush, lakefront peninsula with a waterfront trail & alpine vistas, plus an ice rink & skate ramps.
Day8: Queenstown
2 attraction(s) ·
71 km
1
Milford Sound is world-renowned for its towering mountains and wildlife, and draws more visitors than its rival, Doubtful Sound. One of the most well-known peaks in the area is Mitre Peak, which stands at 1682m tall and is named for its resemblance to a bishop's mitre. Bowen Falls is the only permanent waterfall in the area, standing at 161m tall, while the other permanent waterfall, Sterling Falls, is 155m tall. Visitors to Milford Sound can also see seals resting on the shore and may be fortunate enough to spot penguins, dolphins, and whales. Due to the area's high annual rainfall, visitors can often enjoy misty and magical views of countless waterfalls. There are two options for one-day tours of Milford Sound: a bus and cruise tour or a plane and cruise tour. The bus and cruise tour typically departs around 7am, boards the cruise ship between 12pm and 1pm, completes the tour of the sound within two hours, and returns to Queenstown in the afternoon. The plane and cruise tour takes 4 to 4.5 hours, and the two best cruise companies, Real Journeys and Southern Discoveries, provide Chinese-language commentary and offer both one-day tours of Milford Sound and plane-and-cruise tours. Most tour companies offer free hotel transfers, but this should be confirmed at the time of booking.
71
km
2
Day9: Queenstown > Christchurch
2 attraction(s) ·
359 km
