Explore the Best of New Zealand’s South Island!
26 Feb 2025
Experience a 14 Day Best of the South Island itinerary with Grand Pacific Tours, the New Zealand Coach Holiday specialist.
Begin your adventure in Christchurch, with a visit to the International Antarctic Centre and a journey onboard the charming Christchurch Tram. Then enjoy a change of scenery as you travel on-board the TranzAlpine. Celebrated as one of the world's great train journeys, travel over massive viaducts, through river valleys, and past spectacular gorges before descending through the Otira Tunnel to Moana, situated on the picturesque Lake Brunner.
Witness the world famous Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes, before continuing South to Greymouth. Beer lovers rejoice with a stop at Monteith’s Brewing Co where you can enjoy craft beer samples before continuing to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone. Enjoy the township of Franz Josef, where spectacular glaciers provide a magnificent backdrop.
Marvel at the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you journey south through the breathtaking Haast Pass before arriving for a 3-night stay in picturesque Queenstown. Visit Gibbston Valley Winery and experience a wine tasting in New Zealand’s largest Wine Cave. Witness the charming old gold mining village of Arrowtown, enjoy a delicious gourmet dinner aboard the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak Station, plus enjoy a whole free day in Queenstown to explore.
Journey through to either Milford or Doubtful Sound for an unforgettable overnight cruise where you will enjoy a delicious carvery buffet prepared by the onboard chef. Marvel at the fiord’s spectacular waterfalls, rainforests, mountains and wildlife.
Continue your journey via Te Anau to Invercargill, a town of charm and character. Visit Bill Richardson Transport World for a guided tour of this remarkable private collection featuring vintage trucks, cars and petrol pumps, housed in a purpose-built Art Deco building.
Continue the theme of transport with a morning spent at Classic Motorcycle Mecca, the Southern Hemisphere’s leading motorcycle museum and home to over 300 classic bikes from around the globe. Journey on for a visit to Curioscape, located on picturesque Curio Bay.
A real treat awaits as you head to the Catlins. This untouched vista is a truly remarkable region, where lush rainforest spills onto brilliant beaches. Picture a triple tiered cascading waterfall, an array of wildlife, stunning coastal views and wonderfully green wilderness.
In Dunedin, immerse yourself in Victorian architecture at Larnach Castle. Join a guided tour to learn of the tragic and scandalous tales that make up the castle’s history, before wandering around the Garden of International Significance.
Travel to Oamaru, famous for its limestone, before witnessing New Zealand’s highest peak, Mount Cook, a view that will stay with you forever. Finally, visit to the beautiful turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo, the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue, before arriving back at Christchurch.
TOUR IN STYLE:
The 14 Day Best of the South Island itinerary is available to travel by either Ultimate Small Group Tour, boasting a Business Class level of comfort with only 20 luxury leather seats, or a Signature Mid-Size Group Tour, enjoying Premium Economy comfort onboard a coach with 32 seats.
ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR PRICE:
Tours include airfares and taxes, return airport transfers in New Zealand, stylish coach travel, 4 – 4.5 star accommodation, most meals, sightseeing and attractions.
PROBUS MEMBERS SAVE!:
All Probus Members Save up to $500 per couple on the 14 Day Best of the South Island Tours departing Oct 2025 – May 2026.
For more information contact Grand Pacific Tours on 1800 622 768 or visit
https://www.grandpacifictours.com/best-of-the-south-island
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