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Unveiling a picturesque landscape of wilderness, wildlife and unique attractions
11 Day Top of the South Island Tour
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS
NEW
TOUR
TOUR CODE: GPTOS11
2021 GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Mar 6
Apr 8
Oct 11
Nov 10
2022 GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Jan 18
Feb 24
Mar 6
Apr 4
ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR PRICE
Fully escorted tour includes transfers in NZ,
modern coach travel, 4 star accommodation,
most meals, sightseeing and attractions.
TOUR ONLY
CAD$
TWIN SHARE, PER PERSON $5300
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT $1386
PRE / POST STAYS Twin share Single
CHRISTCHURCH $130 $260
Extra night rates are per person and based on room only. Subject to availability.
Prices are quoted in Canadian Dollars (CAD$).
Booking conditions for October 2021 - April 2022 dates are subject to
change.
The Kaikoura Peninsula is an example of this region's stunning
coastline.
PREPAID ATTRACTIONS
• Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise
• TranzAlpine Rail Journey
• Wilderness Gallery Hokitika
• Monteith’s Brewing Co. Tasting
• World of WearableArt and Classic Cars Museum*
• Abel Tasman Guided Walk and Barbecue Cruise*
• Yealands Estate White Road Tour and Tasting
• Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre*
• Cloudy Bay Estate Wine Tasting
• Queen Charlotte Sound Dinner Cruise
• Kaikoura Museum
• International Antarctic Centre
• City sights tour of Christchurch
*Guided tour is included with 1 guide per 24 travellers.
SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS AND WALKS
• Historic French Village of Akaroa
• Lake Brunner
• Brunner Mine Site
• Hokitika Gorge
• Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
• Cape Foulwind walkway
• Buller Gorge
• Seaside town of Kaiteriteri
• Abel Tasman National Park
• Marlborough Wine Region
• Marlborough Sounds
• Coastal town of Kaikoura
ITINERARY
(B) Breakfast. (L) Lunch. (D) Dinner. (SD) Specialty Dinner.
DAY 1: Arrive Christchurch (D)
On arrival into Christchurch you will be met by a
Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred
to your hotel.
Hotel Distinction Christchurch (2 nights)
DAY 2: Christchurch - Akaroa
- Christchurch (B)
After an introductory city sights tour, enjoy a
scenic drive to the historic French Village of
Akaroa, with time to wander through the
charming galleries and craft stores. This afternoon
set off on your Nature Cruise in the hope of
spotting the rare Hector’s Dolphin and keep
an eye out for penguins and other sea birds.
Following your cruise, return to Christchurch
where the evening is free to dine at one of the
city’s many restaurants.
DAY 3: Christchurch - Moana - Hokitika
(B,L,D)
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 before descending through
the Otira Tunnel to Moana, on the banks of
TOURING
• Personalised Meet and Greet on arrival
• Return airport transfers in New Zealand
• 48 seat modern coach travel, 2 door access,
restroom, reclining seats and panoramic windows
• Professional Coach Captain and Tour Leader
• 10 nights 4 star accommodation
• 3 two night stays
• Hotel porterage
• All sightseeing and prepaid attractions
• Comprehensive documentation pack
MEALS
• 10 cooked breakfasts
• 8 sumptuous dinners including 2 specialty
dinners: Queen Charlotte Sound Dinner Cruise,
Picton; Special Farewell Dinner, Christchurch
• 4 lunches: Kingfisher Restaurant, Lake Brunner;
Monteith’s Brewing Co., Greymouth; Abel Tasman
Barbecue lunch, Abel Tasman National Park;
Dodson Street Beer Garden; Blenheim
Dinner on Day 1 not included for anyone arriving later than 8pm.
FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED
Tour includes a number of short walks
of up to 1 hour that require a moderate
level of fitness. The walks are scenic and
not excessive but can include slight inclines and
uneven surfaces. Ensure you feel comfortable
with this level of fitness before booking.
picturesque Lake Brunner. Enjoy lunch at
Kingfisher Restaurant, before travelling to the
Brunner Mine Site, the location of the 1896 mine
explosion. This afternoon in the coastal town of
Hokitika, you will visit a local gallery, the perfect
chance to pick up a gift or souvenir.
Hotel Beachfront Hotel Hokitika (Ocean View)
DAY 4: Hokitika - Punakaiki (B,L,D)
Today, take in the natural beauty of the Hokitika
Gorge on a short walk descending through the
hardwood forest that will lead you to a swing
bridge which crosses the Hokitika River. Continue
north to Greymouth, home of Monteith’s Brewing
Co. where you will sample locally brewed beers
over lunch. This afternoon travel along the Great
Coast Road to the world-famous Punakaiki
Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.
Hotel Punakaiki Resort (Sea View)
DAY 5: Punakaiki - Nelson (B,D)
Journey north along the coast to Tauranga Bay
and Cape Foulwind, named by Captain Cook in
1770 when he encountered nasty weather. A
short walk will showcase the rugged coastline
and sea life often on show. Travel inland via the
Buller Gorge and Murchison to Nelson, to visit the
World of WearableArt Museum. A guided tour will
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