Itinerary
This 10-day itinerary takes you on an adventure around the top of the south, featuring the Coastal Pacific and TranzAlpine rail journeys.

Welcome to Christchurch! After collecting your luggage make your own way to your accommodation where you will spend the evening. The day is yours to explore the ‘Garden City’ at your leisure.





This morning you will depart on a journey up the coastline of the South Island aboard the Coastal Pacific. Travelling from Christchurch to Blenheim, enjoy the oceanic views from the comfort of your cabin. Upon your arrival to Blenheim, collect your rental car and make your way to your accommodation for the evening.



Spend the day exploring Blenheim how you choose, from walking tracks, wine tasting or a visit to the Marlborough Sounds, your day is full of opportunity to create long-lasting memories.




Drive to Nelson this morning where you will be spending the next few days exploring this vibrant city. Spend a day hiking in the Abel Tasman National Park or use the time to explore the city’s thriving arts scene. These next two days are yours to discover Nelson how you choose.



Enjoy a scenic drive from Nelson to Westport this morning as you enter the South Island’s West Coast. Spend the rest of your afternoon exploring the scenery of Westport at your leisure.

Spend your morning driving from Westport to Greymouth where you will spend the next evening. After returning your rental car, the afternoon is yours to explore Greymouth at your leisure.





All aboard! Today you will embark on the TranzAlpine rail journey. Enjoy the panormic everchanging views of the South Island from the comfort of your cabin as you traverse across the land. Upon arrival in Christchurch, make your own way to your accommodation where you will be spending your last nights.



Today is yours to explore Christchurch at your leisure. Visit the markets or the arts centre, enjoy a tram ride around the city, or visit the botanic gardens and find out why it is called the ‘Garden City’.
Fit in some last-minute sightseeing this morning before you make your own way to the airport and prepare to depart on your next adventure.