View Gallery Home Coach Tours 10 Day Ultimate South Island Enjoy an ultimate escape to New Zealand’s dramatic South Island Operated by Grand Pacific Tours Ultimate Small Group Tours Overview price from 6,099 AUD per person (twin share) duration 10 days and 9 nights you will visit Christchurch, Arthur's Pass, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Dunedin, Mt Cook South Island Saved to favourites View tour dates Enquire about this tour Itinerary This is a 10 Day Ultimate Small Group Tour that travels the South Island of New Zealand, starting and finishing in Christchurch. Day 1 - Arrive Christchurch 1 of 3Coach Tour Itinerary - 10 Day Ultimate South Island 2 of 3The Ultimate tour coach - Photo: Grand Pacific Tours 3 of 3Ultimate tour seats - Photo: Grand Pacific Tours On arrival into Christchurch you will be met by a tour representative and transferred to your hotel. This evening enjoy a complimentary pre-dinner drink as you meet your travelling companions. Stay at Sudima Christchurch City Dinner* Day 2 - Christchurch - Arthur’s Pass - Franz Josef 1 of 4Alongside Waimakariri River, TranzAlpine Train Journey 2 of 4TranzAlpine Train Journey - Photo: Kiwi Rail 3 of 4Greenstone Carving, Hokitika - Photo: Miles Holden 4 of 4Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast - Photo: Fraser Clements This morning board the TranzAlpine**, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel over massive viaducts, river valleys and spectacular gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass located in the centre of the Southern Alps. Board your coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone before continuing to the township of Franz Josef where time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers. ** Due to scheduled maintenance days on the TranzAlpine Train, this route will be travelled by coach on the tours departing 10 Sep 2024 and 05 May 2025. Stay at Te Waonui Forest Retreat Breakfast & Dinner Day 3 - Franz Josef - Queenstown Queenstown, Otago See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south along the West Coast. Continue via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty before arriving into picturesque Queenstown, a year-round resort situated on the shores of magical Lake Wakatipu. This evening is at leisure, you may choose to dine out at one of the many fine restaurants. Stay at Rendezvous Heritage Queenstown or similar Breakfast Day 4 - Queenstown 1 of 2TSS Earnslaw Cruise, Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown 2 of 2TSS Earnslaw & Walter Peak Homestead, Queenstown Today is a free day for you to explore Queenstown with many optional activities available. You may wish to enjoy the thrill of a jet boat ride, a heritage tour of the scenic Skippers Canyon or to get up close to a Kiwi bird. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious gourmet barbecue dinner featuring a menu of seasonal, fresh and locally sourced food at the Colonel’s Homestead. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano as you cruise back to Queenstown. Stay at Rendezvous Heritage Queenstown or similar Breakfast, Special Dinner Day 5 - Queenstown - Te Anau Enjoy a leisurely start this morning before travelling to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village where you visit the Lakes District Museum. This innovative museum is heavily involved in the protection of the historic buildings scattered around town. Continue to Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland. Today you may like to visit the Te Anau Glowworm Caves (optional). Stay at Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas Breakfast & Dinner Day 6 - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Te Anau 1 of 2Milford Sound, Fiordland 2 of 2Milford Sound, Fiordland Depart Te Anau for a fascinating drive to Milford Sound where you board your launch for a nature cruise on this magnificent fiord. See the spectacular Bowen Falls and towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic lunch onboard. This afternoon return to Te Anau where some free time is available. You might like to cap off your Fiordland experience by watching the breathtaking film, Ata Whenua – Shadowland, which screens at the Fiordland Cinema (optional). Stay at Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 7 - Te Anau - Dunedin Dunedin, Otago Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin known as the ‘Edinburgh of the South’. Enjoy a city tour followed by some free time to explore at leisure. Optional activities to consider include a wildlife excursion to observe animals in their natural habitat or a guided tour of Olveston Historic Home, containing a wealth of treasures of a bygone era. September 2025/2026 Tours: Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin known as the ‘Edinburgh of the South’ and enjoy a city tour. Travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle where you will hear of the tragic and scandalous history on a guided tour. Enjoy time to wander around this Garden of International Significance and a delicious Ultimate High Tea served in the Grand Ballroom. Stay at Distinction Dunedin Hotel Breakfast & Dinner Day 8 - Dunedin - Mt Cook 1 of 2Larnach Castle, Dunedin 2 of 2Larnach Castle, Dunedin Travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle, hear the tragic and scandalous stories on a guided tour. There is time to wander around this Garden of International Significance followed by an Ultimate High Tea served in the Grand Ballroom. Farewell Dunedin and travel to Oamaru famous for its limestone. Follow the Waitaki River and see Lake Benmore as you travel to Mt Cook. September 2025/2026 Tours: Farewell Dunedin and travel to Oamaru famous for its limestone. Follow the Waitaki River and see Lake Benmore as you travel to Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. Stay at The Hermitage Hotel Breakfast & Dinner Day 9 - Mt Cook - Christchurch 1 of 4Aoraki Mt Cook, Mackenzie 2 of 4Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie 3 of 4Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo - Photo: Fraser Gunn 4 of 4Cable Car, Christchurch City Centre This morning marvel at Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. The opportunity is available to enjoy a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the Southern Alps. Continue to Lake Tekapo and view the brilliant turquoise water, the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue before arriving in Christchurch for an introductory city sights tour. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner including selected beverages with your new found friends. Stay at Sudima Christchurch City Breakfast, Special Dinner Day 10 - Depart Christchurch 1 of 3Ultimate tours coach interior - Photo: Grand Pacific Tours 2 of 3Ultimate tours entertainment - Photo: Grand Pacific Tours 3 of 3Ultimate tours service - Photo: Grand Pacific Tours Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday. Breakfast Expand All | Collapse All Inclusions Return airport transfers in New Zealand 9 nights 4.5 star accommodation 9 cooked breakfasts 8 sumptuous dinners* including Complimentary pre-dinner drink at the Welcome Dinner and 2 specialty dinners: Walter Peak Homestead, Queenstown; Intimate Farewell Dinner, selected beverages, Christchurch 1 picnic lunch: Milford Sound Cruise 1 Ultimate High Tea: Larnach Castle TranzAlpine Rail Journey** Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw Lakes District Museum Milford Sound Cruise and Lunch Larnach Castle guided tour City sights tour of Dunedin and Christchurch *Guided tour * Dinner on Day 1 not included for anyone arriving later than 8 pm. ** Due to scheduled maintenance days, the TranzAlpine Rail Journey will be replaced by coach travel on the tours departing 10 Sep 2024 and 05 May 2025 Operated by Tour Style Ultimate Small Group Tours Dates & Pricing 2025 2026 Guaranteed departure Pending confirmation Apr 17 Apr 22 May 05 May 15 Sep 01 Sep 19 Oct 01 Oct 16 Nov 08 Nov 13 Dec 09 Dec 20 Start Date End Date RRP Twin ShareSingle Our Price Twin ShareSingle You Save Check Availability 17 Apr 2025 26 Apr 2025 6,519 AUD 6,299 AUD 220 AUD Enquire 22 Apr 2025 01 May 2025 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 05 May 2025 14 May 2025 6,519 AUD Hot Offer6,099 AUD 420 AUD Enquire 15 May 2025 24 May 2025 6,519 AUD Hot Offer6,099 AUD 420 AUD Enquire 01 Sep 2025 10 Sep 2025 6,699 AUD Seasonal Offer6,462 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 19 Sep 2025 28 Sep 2025 6,699 AUD Seasonal Offer6,462 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 01 Oct 2025 10 Oct 2025 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 16 Oct 2025 25 Oct 2025 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 08 Nov 2025 17 Nov 2025 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 13 Nov 2025 22 Nov 2025 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 09 Dec 2025 18 Dec 2025 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 20 Dec 2025 29 Dec 2025 7,049 AUD 6,812 AUD 237 AUD Enquire Jan 02 Jan 17 Jan 31 Feb 09 Feb 17 Mar 01 Mar 15 Apr 04 Apr 17 May 02 May 10 Start Date End Date RRP Twin ShareSingle Our Price Twin ShareSingle You Save Check Availability 02 Jan 2026 11 Jan 2026 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 17 Jan 2026 26 Jan 2026 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 31 Jan 2026 09 Feb 2026 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 09 Feb 2026 18 Feb 2026 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 17 Feb 2026 26 Feb 2026 6,949 AUD 6,711 AUD 238 AUD Enquire 01 Mar 2026 10 Mar 2026 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 15 Mar 2026 24 Mar 2026 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 04 Apr 2026 13 Apr 2026 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 17 Apr 2026 26 Apr 2026 6,949 AUD 6,712 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 02 May 2026 11 May 2026 6,699 AUD Seasonal Offer6,462 AUD 237 AUD Enquire 10 May 2026 19 May 2026 6,699 AUD Seasonal Offer6,462 AUD 237 AUD Enquire Prices are per person, land only, and quoted in Australian Dollars. 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