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A high-altitude view of a person standing on a rocky outcrop overlooking a vast glacial valley, with the sun-drenched peak of Aoraki / Mount Cook in the distance under a golden sky.
Scenic Trains

South Island Explorer - Accessible Tour

Christchurch

Christchurch

13 days, 12 nights

Road Trips

From: $5,940 pp

Overview

Discover the South Island’s most iconic destinations on this fully accessible journey designed for comfort and ease. Begin in Christchurch before heading to the majestic Mt Cook, where stunning alpine vistas await. Travel south to Dunedin, a charming coastal city rich in heritage and natural beauty. Next, explore the breathtaking Fiordland with a nature cruise on Milford Sound, witnessing waterfalls, native wildlife, and towering cliffs up close. In Queenstown, take in spectacular lake and mountain views while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of this famous town. Next, journey along the dramatic West Coast to Franz Josef Glacier, taking in awe-inspiring ice formations and rainforests before finishing with the unforgettable TranzAlpine train experience. This accessible tour offers an unforgettable adventure through the very best of the South Island.

Highlights & inclusions

13 days / 12 nights
11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

Christchurch

Christchurch

Hotel 4 star
Rental car included
  • Europcar Rental Car Delivery
  • International Antarctic Centre
  • Taieri Gorge Railway Scenic Train

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Price pp from

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Why New Zealand Self Drive Tours

  • One dedicated travel specialist to plan, book, and manage your journey from first enquiry to departure.
  • We plan itineraries that work well once you’re actually here, with realistic drive times, thoughtful pacing, and the right balance of experiences.
  • 24/7 in-country support while you’re travelling, so help is close if plans change.

Trip itinerary

Welcome to Christchurch City

New Zealand's garden city is steadily being transformed into a vibrant urban destination. Encompassing a large green belt, it is known for its wide tree lined avenues and lush gardens. A great way to explore the city or easy way to see the sights or ride the historic trams across town to the renowned botanic gardens and the unique cardboard Transitional Cathedral, that's right it is built of cardboard!

People sitting on concrete steps by a river with modern buildings and a blue tram in the background.

Accommodation

Tall modern white building with many windows and palm trees at street level under blue sky.
Fable Christchurch

Highlights of South Island Explorer - Accessible Tour

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Europcar Rental Car Delivery

Two children watching penguins swimming underwater in an aquarium tank.

International Antarctic Centre

An aerial, high-angle view of a long heritage passenger train with blue and yellow locomotives curving through a deep green valley alongside a winding river, flanked by rugged hills under a blue sky.

Taieri Gorge Railway Scenic Train

Red and white cruise boat near a waterfall and forested mountain in Milford Sound

Milford Sound Nature Cruise - Lunch Included

Steamboat cruising on blue lake water with snowy mountains in the background on a clear day.

TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

Wooden cottage surrounded by yellow autumn trees in a rural setting

Everything Queenstown Private Tour

Modern wildlife centre building with mountainous background and cloudy sky, parking and signs visible.

VIP Guided Backstage Pass Tour with West Coast Wildlife Centre

Aerial view of a KiwiRail train on a bridge over river with mountains and clouds at sunset.

TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Greymouth to Christchurch

Additional inclusions

Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation

Private Transfer Christchurch Train Station to Accommodation

Private Transfer from Christchurch Accommodation to Airport

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