9 Days Southern Wonders
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch
- Arrive at Christchurch International Airport. Welcome to Christchurch! The regions of Otautahi Christchurch and Canterbury are set against the majestic backdrops of both alps and ocean.
- Meet & greet by your driver guide at the arrival hall and you will be transfer to Christchurch City. Check in to hotel.
- Tonight, it’s time to meet your Travel Director and travelling companions for a welcome reception. Lunch and dinner are own arrangements. Overnight at the hotel.
Hotel: Ibis Hotel Christchurch
Day 2: Christchurch – Franz Josef
- Your South Island New Zealand Tour starts on a literal high as you jump aboard the TranzAlpine train, crossing the Canterbury Plains towards the Southern Alps and Arthur’s Pass. This is one of the world’s most scenic rail experiences, through tunnels and over viaducts with panoramic views of snowcapped peaks, icy rivers, beech forests, gorges and river valleys. At the other end of the line is Hokitika, the home of pounamu (native greenstone or jade). Just when you thought your day couldn’t get any better, Franz Josef town twinkles on the horizon. This afternoon, you may choose to fly over Franz Josef Glacier/Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere. Overnight at the hotel.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Day 3: Franz Josef – Queenstown
- Over the Haast Pass, alpine drama awaits. The Southern Lakes deserve their name: there are almost more waterways here than you can count. First up there’s lovely Lake Wanaka, with its Instagrammable shoreline of poplars and willows. Followed by oh-so-blue Lake Hawea and Lake Dunstan, where you’ll pause to refuel on flavour-packed stone fruit. As tempting as it is to linger in Arrowtown’s movie-set-like streets, lined with trees and character-filled boutiques, Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables await in Queenstown.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Copthorne Hotel and Resort
Day 4: Queenstown Free Time
- The adventure capital of New Zealand doesn’t disappoint when it comes to activities that are fast and furious. Take your optional tour pick.
- Wherever you wander, make sure you’re back in time to glide across Lake Wakatipu aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak High Country Farm for a gourmet barbecue Highlight Dinner.
Included Meals: Highlight Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Copthorne Hotel and Resort
Day 5: Queenstown – Te Anau
- Nature rules today as you motor from the Mirror Lakes through the Cleddau Valley. But this is just a teaser of what’s to come: World Heritage listed Milford Sound. A Milford Sound cruise across this dreamy expanse will give you goosebumps, its string of waterfalls creating a misty curtain across sheer escarpments. Look out for dolphins and fur seals – they’re a common sight here. The road back through Fiordland National Park is an intoxicating union of beech forests, alluvial flats, meadows and gin-clear rivers, carving up the countryside en route to Te Anau. And just when you thought things couldn’t get any more magical, nestled on the edge of the South Island’s largest lake, Te Anau is the perfect place to savour some peace and relaxation after the spectacle of the day.
Included Meals: Highlight Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Distinction Luxmore Hotel
Day 6: Te Anau – Dunedin
- The South Island’s biggest lake is a blissful place for an invigorating morning walk. If it doesn’t set your pulse racing, than your outlook of rolling green hills dotted with doe-eyed sheep surely will. This pastoral countryside surrounds the city of Dunedin. While away the afternoon in atmospheric art-lined alleys or sipping a lager or two in Speight’s Brewery (a national institution). Or venture further afield to discover the wildlife that thrives in this pretty pocket of the country – fur seals and penguins among them.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Day 7: Dunedin – Omarama
- Did you know that Dunedin takes its name from the Scottish word for Edinburgh? The city nods to its European heritage at Larnach Castle – the only one of its kind in the country – as well as through the grounds of Otago University and along the city’s main George Street. Explore at your leisure, before venturing on to New Zealand’s oldest public gardens and grand limestone buildings at Oamaru.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Heritage Gateway Hotel
Day 8: Omarama – Christchurch
- If there’s a lake with a more vivid turquoise colour than Tekapo, we’re yet to see it. It’s made even more dramatic by snow-capped mountains, the quaint Church of the Good Shepherd and atmospheric towns that surround. Your Indoor Dark Sky Astronomy Experience at Tekapo, hosted by passionate guides, will forever change the way you see the night sky. You’ll see for yourself it may be one of the quietest spots on the planet, yet it has one of the busiest skies in the universe. Back on earth, you’re becoming reacquainted with Christchurch, your inthe-know Travel Director pointing out the city’s miraculous transformation over the last decade. Local spirit is strong here.
Included Meals: Farewell Dinner, Breakfast
Hotel: Ibis Hotel Christchurch
Day 9: Departure Christchurch
- If you feel like you’ve only seen the tip of the South Island’s iceberg, you’d be correct. This beguiling part of the country could keep travel enthusiasts entertained for eons. Thankfully, we have more itineraries – ask your Travel Director and start planning your next trip to New Zealand.
Included Meals: Breakfast
End of our service, hope to welcome you again!
- Tour Date & Price:
Valid: September 30, 2024 – December 31, 2025 Departures (Min of 2 guests)
Tour Cost Per Person
| 30 Sep 2024 – 08 Oct 2024 | PHP196,470.00 | US$ 3,330.00 |
| 28 Oct 2024 – 05 Nov 2024 | PHP 187,030.00 | US$ 3,170.00 |
| 18 Nov 2024 – 26 Nov 2024 | PHP 187,030.00 | US$ 3,170.00 |
| 09 Dec 2024- 17 Dec 2024 | PHP 168,150.00 | US$ 2,850.00 |
| 30 Dec 2024 – 07 Jan 2025 | PHP 196,470.00 | US$ 3,330.00 |
| 27 Jan 2025- 04 Feb 2025 | PHP 205,200.00 | US$ 3,420.00 |
| 24 Feb 2025- 04 Mar 2025 | PHP 205,200.00 | US$ 3,420.00 |
| 10 Mar 2025- 18 Mar 2025 | PHP 205,200.00 | US$ 3,420.00 |
| 07 Apr 2025- 15 Apr 2025 | PHP 224,400.00 | US$ 3,740.00 |
| 29 Sep 2025- 07 Oct 2025 | PHP 224,400.00 | US$ 3,740.00 |
| 27 Oct 2025- 04 Nov 2025 | PHP 224,400.00 | US$ 3,740.00 |
| 17 Nov 2025- 25 Nov 2025 | PHP 224,400.00 | US$ 3,740.00 |
| 08 Dec 2025- 16 Dec 2025 | PHP 224,400.00 | US$ 3,740.00 |
Note. *Tour price is based on twin share and valid during Chinese New Year, Easter and New Zealand National and International Event
Pre/post accommodation is available upon request.
2). Items Included:
- New Zealand Goods and Services Tax
- 9 Days Guided Holidays with English Speaking Tour Director and Driver
- Accommodation with daily breakfast inside the hotel
- Attractions as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Roundtrip private airport transfers (IN/OUT: CHC Airport)
- Free travel insurance (up to 59yo)
- Travel Kit
3). Items Not Included:
- International and domestic air tickets
- Any extra meals
- Drinks (soft drinks/juices/wine/beers ordered during meals)
- Optional tours and activities are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Porterage and excess bags
- New Zealand Airport Departure Tax if any. (At the moment there is none)
- Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, pay movies, room services, mini bars laundries, or other expenditures during the tour.
- Daily tipping (Approx: NZ$ 6-10 per person (Tour Director & Driver) per day
4). Child Policy:
*Note: Child = 2 – 11 yrs inclusive
- Infant under 2 years of age: FOC
- Child share room with 1 adult: Upon request
- Child share room with 2 adults with bed: Upon request
- Child share room with 2 adults not occupying a bed: Upon request
- ** For 2 children sharing one twin room, both child will be charged at: Upon request
5). Deposit / Terms of Payment:
- Upon confirmation of the tour, we require PHP 29,500.00 per person EQV US$ 500.00 tour deposit per person.
- Full payment is payable six (6) weeks prior to commencement of service.
- For bookings less than six (6) weeks prior to commencement of service and during peak seasons and block out periods shall be considered “book & buy”. Full payment has to be made immediately upon confirmation of all services.
6). Surcharge:
- Surcharge may apply for tours traveling during New Zealand public holidays and special events period.
- The quoted price is subject to sudden price increases or surcharges imposed by our suppliers that are beyond our control (eg. room surcharge if the original quoted price is not available)
7). Cancellation Policy:
- We will endeavour to minimize any cancellation charges imposed. However, our general cancellations policy is as follows:
- 61 days or more – Deposit
- 60-30 days prior to arrival – 50% of tour fare
- 29-02 days prior to arrival – 80% of tour fare
- 1-0 days prior to arrival – 100% of tour fare
