DAY 1 - CHRISTCHURCH TO FRANZ JOSEF

Christchurch

Christchurch, it was short and sweet, but with with ice age action on the horizon we gots to move on.

Arthurs Pass

Take in the beautiful scenery as we wind our way across the highest and most spectacular mountain pass across the Southern Alps.

Hokitika

In the gold rush town of Hokitika we'll watch authentic carvers get to work on green jade and take a look at traditional Maori art. Back on the coach we're coastline bound to one of the islands most jaw-droppingly beautiful spots...

Franz Josef Glacier

We'll pull up for the night in glorious Franz Josef, probably one of the most beautiful places you'll ever of clapped eyes on. A bold statement we know, but well deserved.

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See a native greenstone carving demonstration

DAY 2 - FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER

Franz Josef Glacier

This morning will be another big ol' tick off the list as we take to the ice of Franz Josef Glacier. Want to double tick the list in gold sparkly pen? We've got a heli ride over the glacier up for grabs for an ultra special experience. Satisfaction levels on high, tonight will be topped off with story swapping and crew drinks at the local. Be sure to breathe in that fresh alpine air - doesn't it feel good.

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Glacier Country Kayaks

NZ$115

Across Country Quad Bikes

NZ$160

Scenic Helicopter Flight and Glacier Landing

From NZ$245

Heli Hike

NZ$439

DAY 3 - FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER TO QUEENSTOWN

Franz Josef Glacier

Armed with a new found appreciation for frozen water, we'll hop back on the coach & start making our way to Queenstown, making a few cheeky stops along the way.

Haast Pass

Our first piece of NZ eye-candy comes in the form of Haast Pass, beautified by ancient rainforests, small glaciers and waterfalls. Note how the scenery changes as we roll towards Queenstown through the Southern Alps and region of Otago.

Wanaka

Intermitting our scenic drive we'll stop for lunch in Wanaka, a pretty ski resort town situated on a lake front and dwarfed by mountains. This town is fast becoming one of NZ's most popular spots, and a trip to the 'Dough Bin' for a luscious pie should be high on the list today.

Queenstown

Welcome to the adventure capital of the world. Rest up tonight - the next few days are going to be BIG.

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Stop at AJ Hackett Kawarau Bridge

Drive through Haast Pass and see Thunder Creek Falls

DAY 4 - QUEENSTOWN

Queenstown

Today is yours to get acquainted with Queenstown and spend some time mulling over the activities up for grabs in the next two days. First stop is the legendary Kawarau Bungy Bridge, get your morning adrenaline hit with a heart pounding jump at the world home of the bungy. Later, take a stroll around beautiful Queenstown, nestled in the Southern Alps this stunning town has plenty to offer other than adventure activities.

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Stop at AJ Hackett Kawarau Bridge

Tour and tasting of a Central Otago Wine vineyard and Craft Brewery

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Group Photograph

NZ$19

Queenstown Wine Trail

DAY 5 - QUEENSTOWN

Queenstown

With our last day in adrenalin city ahead of us, this is the time to push yourself to the limits and hurl over any mental barriers you've put up around yourself. Jump into #NOREGRETS spirit and conquer those niggling fears once and for all. For those who did their dash yesterday, a day staying mellow and enjoying this beautiful region will prove more than sufficient.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

Ziptrek Zipline Tour

NZ$189

Skyline Restaurant Dinner

NZ$85

Canyon Swing

NZ$215

Funyaks

NZ$359

Ice Bar Experience

NZ$20

Canyon Fox

NZ$150

DAY 6 - QUEENSTOWN

Queenstown

It's times like this that you really start to work out what sort of traveller you are. And human for that matter. You might be the one trailing through wine country and doing a spot of horse back riding, or you may be that guy that crams in a bungy jump, a skydive and a heliraft & still craves more. It's your holiday - run wild as you see fit.

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Kawarau Bridge Bungy

NZ$205

Nevis Bungy

NZ$275

Ledge Bungy

NZ$205

Thrillogy

NZ$420

Nevis Swing

NZ$210

Ledge Swing

NZ$165

Queenstown Adventurer Canyoning

NZ$199

DAY 7 - QUEENSTOWN TO TE ANAU VIA MILFORD SOUND

Queenstown

Alright, it's time to return our adrenaline levels to a normal level and make tracks to the spectacular natural wonder of Milford Sound.

Milford Sound

Welcome to New Zealand's most stunning attraction, with a magical combination of mountain peaks, forest-clad cliffs and deep dark waters. We take an included cruise of the fiord and experience the beauty of this pristine destination by boat, the best way to see Milford Sound in all its glory.

Te Anau

Later, we head to our home for the night in stunning lakeside town of Te Anau.

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Milford Sound Cruise

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Te Anau Glow Worm Caves

NZ$98

DAY 8 - TE ANAU TO LAKE OHAU

Te Anau

Departing Te Anau we will make a stop at a true Kiwi farm experience, to discover how country life really looks like in this corner of the world. Anyone up for sheep shearing or milking a cow?!

Arrowtown

We make a quick stop for lunch in this historic gold mining town before heading onto Lake Ohau.

Lake Ohau

We will stop by a farm to experience true country NZ life. Envisage - Horse back farmers, mustering sheep using dogs. Following that we travel to Arrowtown for a lunch stop then onto Lake Ohau.

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Experience rural NZ country life with a farm visit in Te Anau

See Mt Cook across the beautiful blue glacial Lake Ohau

DAY 9 - LAKE OHAU TO CHRISTCHURCH VIA LAKE TEKAPO

Lake Ohau

It's our last day but don't get sad, we're sure plans for Contiki 2.0 are already well underway. Kick start the day and end the trip on a high with a spectacular optional glacier flight over Mt. Cook for all new views of the country's highest mountain.

Lake Tekapo

Later, we'll stop off to see the inense milky blue waters of glacially-fed Lake Tekapo, before travelling back through the MacKenzie Country to our final destination.

Christchurch

Much of this beautiful city was destroyed in 2011 as well as lives lost when a 6.3 magnitude earthquake shattered everything, yet today Christchurch is experiencing a resurgence to it's former glory. As we pull in (insert sad face) there's sure to be some sadness, but memories of your New Zealand adventure will put smiles on faces for many years to come.

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See the historic Church of the Good Shepard

Stop at Lake Pukaki Lake Tekapo and Geraldine

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

Grand Traverse Scenic Flight

NZ$340