7 Day South Island New Zealand Itinerary: West Coast Highlights
price from
NZ$ 1862
per person (twin share)
New Zealand - South Island 
Self Drive Tour 
7 days 
Christchurch 
Queenstown 7 Day New Zealand South Island Self-Drive Tour | Glaciers, Waterfalls & West Coast Scenery | Christchurch to Queenstown
7 Day South Island New Zealand Itinerary: Embark on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand’s South Island, where nature unfolds its beauty in a series of captivating sights. From the Wild West Coast to the serene lakes and towering glaciers, this itinerary promises an unforgettable adventure.
Explore a land of ice-age glaciers, stunning waterfalls, turquoise lakes, and towering granite cliffs with our NZ West Coast vacation package. This tour showcases New Zealand’s glacial history and highlights the diverse landscapes across the country’s vast interior and along its dramatic west coast.
A 7 Day South Island New Zealand Itinerary (car rental included) has been pre-planned for your convenience. For ease and peace of mind, we have pre-booked all your accommodation and sightseeing needs to ensure a truly memorable experience. The West Coast of New Zealand is an untamed coastal paradise bursting with remarkable scenery and rare native wildlife.
If you want to spend additional time exploring New Zealand, we highly recommend checking out our extensive selection of day tours or all of our New Zealand self-drive tours.
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Tour Information, Departure Dates & Price
Transportation
- Rental Car
Tour Departures
- Daily
Airport Transfers
- N/A
Pricing
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7 Day South Island New Zealand Itinerary: West Coast Highlights price start from NZ$1862 per person, twin share, daily departures.
The price is customized based on final hotel choices, travel dates, and other custom preferences. If you require modifications to the itinerary as well as travel arrangements, please also advise.
Meals
- 6 x Breakfast
- 1 x Lunch
Accommodation
- First Class Hotels
- Superior Hotels
- Standard Hotels
Cities/Regions Visited
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CHRISTCHURCH – PUNAKAIKI – GREYMOUTH – GLACIER REGION – QUEENSTOWN – MT COOK
Group Size
- no minimum number
Tour Code
- GTNZ18
Pre & Post Accommodation
- Available
Itinerary
Depending on your preferred travel choice, you will either be met and privately transferred or self-drive to your accommodation.
Christchurch is between the deep blue Pacific Ocean and the mighty snow-capped Southern Alps. This vibrant, ever-changing city has inner city parks and gardens delightfully interwoven by the meandering Avon River.
Enjoy admission to the International Antarctic Centre today or tomorrow for an icy insight into this astounding continent. Overnight: Christchurch
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
Antarctic Centre
Depart across the Canterbury Plains, a fertile patchwork made with every shade of green, through the spectacular scenery of Arthurs Pass National Park and on to the West Coast. New Zealand’s rugged West Coast is a wild and untamed place known for its rivers, rainforests, glaciers, and geological treasures. Here, mighty rivers of solid white ice, relics of the world’s last ice-age, tumble down the rocky valleys. Overnight: Glacier Region
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Westcoast Treetop Walkway
A temperate climate at a low altitude make Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers among the most convenient to visit in the world. Steep valleys bear scars from where glaciers have retreated and advanced over millennia and here, the ice age is still underway. This morning’s walk takes you to the face of the Franz Josef Glacier, the afternoon is free to explore or add another activity. Overnight: Glacier Region
Visit Punakaiki Pancake Rocks or, for an absolute bucket list experience, add a scenic flight with a glacier landing and a thrilling hike to your itinerary. Overnight: Glacier Region
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
Fox Glacier Valley E-Bike and Hike
Travel through wilderness towns, waterfalls, and river scenery on today’s scenic journey to Queenstown. We recommend stopping for a break, and to stretch the legs, at Makarora’s Blue Pools. Make a stop at Wanaka to visit the wonderful world of weirdness at Puzzling World before arriving at Queenstown. Overnight: Queenstown
Glacier Region – Queenstown: 350km (approx 4hrs,45mins)
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
Puzzling World
Magnificent vistas and majestic mountains dominate this compact alpine resort town and with such an expansive natural physical environment it is not surprising that Queenstown has been described as the Adventure Capital of the World.
Make your way to the Skyline Base for a Gondola Ride to the top of Bob’s Peak and enjoy some spectacular panoramic views high above Queenstown. You might also like to add some Luge rides to your bucket list for some extra fun. There is plenty of free time today to add some of the endless optional activities on offer. Overnight: Queenstown
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
Gondola Ride
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Glenorchy Lord of the Rings 4WD Safari
Walter Peak BBQ Lunch by Vintage Steamship
Shotover Jetboat Ride
Original Onsen Exclusive Indoor Pool
Queenstown – Milford Sound – Queenstown
Fiordland is one of the world’s last great wildernesses. Today’s stunning journey takes you past mirror lakes, spectacular waterfalls and water-sculpted rocks. Venture into Milford Sound, a New Zealand treasure carved by ice age glaciers and famously described as the eighth wonder of the world. After a big day out, reflect on memories of a lifetime on your return to Queenstown. Overnight: Queenstown
Queenstown – Milford: 287km (approx 3hrs, 50mins) each way
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
Milford Sound Cruise
Arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or return of your rental car.
Please Note
(i) Rental Car “Days” are based on a 24 hour hire.
Early arrivals into and/or late departures out of New Zealand may necessitate a longer hire period.
(ii) Adding Optional Tours may necessitate an additional nights’ stay in that location.
Inclusions & Highlights
- 6 Day Rental Car Hire with zero or reduced excess liability
- 6 Nights Accommodation
- International Antarctic Centre
- Puzzling World
- Skyline Gondola Ride
- Milford Sound Cruise including Lunch
- Private Touring & Independent Coach Tours can be arranged upon request
Tour Departure Dates
Daily departures
Accommodation
- Standard Accommodation
Standard accommodation offers the comfort and convenience of a quality 3-star tourist hotel. These hotels provide excellent value for money and typically include a licensed restaurant and bar, ensuring a pleasant stay. - Superior Accommodation
Superior accommodation falls within the 3½ to 4-star category, offering enhanced comfort and amenities. These hotels are often centrally located and feature a wide range of services and facilities, making them an excellent choice for discerning travelers. - First-Class Accommodation
First-class accommodation represents the pinnacle of comfort, with hotels in central city or resort locations rated 4 to 4½ stars. These properties boast outstanding facilities, including on-site bars, restaurants, swimming pools, spa baths, and fully equipped gymnasiums, delivering a premium experience.
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