Southern Alps Highlights – 7 Days Tour
$189,25/Person
Experience the ultimate Southern Alps adventure on this 7-day journey through New Zealand’s South Island. Travel from the turquoise lakes of Tekapo to the alpine heights of Mount Cook, the vineyards of Wanaka, and the adventure capital — Queenstown.
This tour is perfect for travelers who crave mountain vistas, sparkling lakes, and a blend of relaxation and adrenaline.
Highlights
- Hooker Valley Track hike
- Lake Tekapo & Pukaki panoramas
- Wanaka vineyards & iconic tree
- Milford Sound Cruise
- Queenstown adventures
Additional Information
- Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Departure: Christchurch
- End: Queenstown
- Tour Type: Scenic / Adventure / Small Group
Note: 10 hours service per day. $130 NZD per hour overtime
Included and Excluded
Professional driver-guide 6 nights’ accommodation Daily breakfast Milford Sound Cruise Comfortable coach / van Flights & travel insurance Optional activities & adventures Meals not listed Personal expenses / tips
Tour Plan
Tour Duration :6-7 hours
Focus: Mountains, lakes, and Queenstown adventure
- Visit Church of the Good Shepherd and dog statue.
- Walk Lake Tekapo shore trails.
- Evening soak at Tekapo Springs and stargazing in the Dark Sky
Christchurch → Lake Tekapo (3 hrs)
- Scenic drive along Lake Pukaki.
- Walk Hooker Valley Track (suspension bridges, glacier views).
- Optional: Scenic flight over Mount Cook.
- Visit Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. Overnight Mt Cook village.
Lake Tekapo → Aoraki/Mount Cook (1.5 hrs)
- Drive via Lindis Pass.
- Stop at Clay Cliffs of Omarama.
- Afternoon in Wanaka: Lakefront stroll, Wanaka Tree photo spot, Rippon Vineyard wine tasting. Overnight Wanaka.
Mount Cook → Wanaka (3 hrs)
- Scenic Crown Range drive.
- Stops at Cardrona Hotel and Arrowtown heritage village.
- Afternoon: Skyline gondola and luge rides.
- Evening: Lake Wakatipu dinner cruise.
Wanaka → Queenstown (1 hr)
- Drive via Te Anau, stop at Mirror Lakes and Homer Tunnel lookout.
- Cruise Milford Sound, see waterfalls and wildlife.
- Optional: Kayaking or flight back to Queenstown.
Milford Sound Day Trip (12 hrs)
- Adventure: Bungy jumping, jet boating, or skydiving.
- Relaxation: Spa day or Gibbston Valley wine tour.
- Scenic: Glenorchy day trip.
Queenstown Free Day
- Morning walk along Queenstown Gardens.
- Last-minute shopping before departure.
