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Showcasing nature’s best in the majestic South Island
10 Day South Island Spectacular
TOUR CODE: GPS10
2020 GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Sep 21, 24
Oct 9, 21, 27
Nov 5, 14, 23, 27
2021 GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Jan 31
Feb 12, 18, 23, 28
Mar 2, 13, 20, 23, 29
Apr 6, 18, 23
May 4, 11
SEASONAL OFFER
Save $200 pp on highlighted departure dates.
ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR PRICE
Fully escorted tour includes transfers in NZ,
modern coach travel, 4 star accommodation,
most meals, sightseeing and attractions.
TOUR ONLY
CAD$
TWIN SHARE, PER PERSON $4128
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT $1311
PRE / POST STAYS Twin share Single
CHRISTCHURCH $130 $260
Extra night rates are per person and based on room only. Subject to availability.
Prices are quoted in Canadian Dollars (CAD$).
View local wildlife in the Fiordland National Park.
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS
PREPAID ATTRACTIONS
• TranzAlpine Rail Journey
• Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw
• Lakes District Museum
• Milford Sound Cruise and Lunch
• Larnach Castle*
• Haggis Ceremony and Gift
• City sights tour of Dunedin and Christchurch
*Guided tour is included with 1 guide per 24 travellers.
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
• 9 nights 4 star accommodation
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 Hotel
DAY 2: Christchurch - Arthur’s Pass
- Franz Josef (B,D)
This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned
as one of the great train journeys of the world.
Travel through spectacular gorges to Arthur’s
Pass. Board your coach and travel to Hokitika,
before continuing to Franz Josef. Time is available
to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather
permitting) over the spectacular glaciers.
Hotel Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
(Douglas Wing)
DAY 3: Franz Josef - Queenstown (B)
See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps
as you continue via the Haast Pass, an area of
stunning beauty before arriving into picturesque
Queenstown. This evening is free to dine at leisure.
Hotel Mercure Queenstown Resort or similar
(Lakeview Room. 2 nights)
DAY 4: Queenstown (Free Day) (B,SD)
Free day. There are plenty of sightseeing options
and your Coach Captain and Tour Guide are
available to assist. This evening board the vintage
steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake
Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Enjoy the best of
New Zealand’s high country cuisine.
DAY 5: Queenstown - Te Anau (B,D)
This morning travel to Arrowtown to visit the
Lakes District Museum. Continue to Te Anau, the
gateway to Fiordland.
Hotel Distinction Luxmore Hotel (Deluxe Room.
2 nights)
• 2 two night stays
• Hotel porterage
• 1 rail journey
• 2 cruises
• All sightseeing and prepaid attractions
• Comprehensive documentation pack
MEALS
• 9 cooked breakfasts
• 8 sumptuous dinners including 3 specialty
dinners: Walter Peak Homestead, Queenstown;
Haggis Ceremony, Dunedin; Farewell Dinner,
Christchurch
• 1 picnic lunch
• 1 delicious Devonshire Tea: Larnach Castle
Dinner on Day 1 not included for anyone arriving later than 8pm.
DAY 6: Te Anau - Milford Sound
- Te Anau (B,L,D)
Depart Te Anau for a fascinating drive to Milford
Sound where you board your launch for a 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.
DAY 7: Te Anau - Dunedin (B,SD)
Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin for
an informative city tour. Travel along the Otago
Peninsula to Larnach Castle for a guided tour.
Tonight, a Scottish evening will be presented
comprising of bagpipes, great food, special
Haggis Ceremony and gift.
Hotel Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
DAY 8: Dunedin - Mt Cook - Twizel (B,D)
Farewell Dunedin and travel to Oamaru famous
for its limestone. Marvel at Mt Cook, New
Zealand’s highest peak where the opportunity is
available to enjoy a scenic flight (optional, weather
permitting) over the Southern Alps. Travel to Twizel
for your overnight stay.
Hotel MacKenzie Country Hotel
DAY 9: Twizel - Christchurch (B,SD)
Continue to Lake Tekapo and view the brilliant
turquoise water, the Church of the Good Shepherd
and the Sheep Dog Statue before arriving into
Christchurch for a city tour. This evening enjoy a
farewell dinner with your new found friends.
Hotel Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport
DAY 10: Depart Christchurch (B)
Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to
the airport for your flight home after a memorable
New Zealand holiday.
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