Itinerary includes round trip international Airfare from the U.S. to New Zealand.
DAY 1: Christchurch to Flock Hill Station Today we commence our 7 day adventure when we climb the Southern Alps to Flock Hill Station - our home for the night. This is a 14000 hectare working sheep station. You'll be blown away by the farm and spectacular scenery! Motel Dx1
DAY 2: Flock Hill to Fox Glacier We head to the wild west coast and Hokitika. Continuing on we stop at the visitor’s centre in Franz Josef, and an opportunity here to take a scenic twin glacier helicopter flight (own expense) to our afternoon destination - Fox Glacier. Hotel (share facilities) Bx1 Dx1
DAY 3: Fox Glacier to Queenstown Westland National Park abounds with high mountain peaks and glaciers and today we'll have a chance to walk on a flowing river of ice! We’ll then head back into the mountains to negotiate Haast Pass on our way to Queenstown past Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea. Holiday Park Bx1
DAY 4: Queenstown Today its time to play! And adventure awaits us everywhere. Choose from a huge selection of optional activities sure to get the blood pumping, with everything from bungy, shotover jets, balloon rides and horseback riding. You name it – its all here and awaiting you in Queenstown!! Holiday Park Bx1
DAY 5: Fiordland Today we take in some magnificent scenery. We'll pass the town of Te Anau and travel to Fiordland and the incomparable Milford Sound. Here our overnight cruise takes us pat towering tree-lined cliffs and spectacular waterways. Overnight Cruise - Share facilities Bx1 Dx1
DAY 6: Milford Sound to Lake Ohau We make tracks out of Fiordland, past historic Kawarau Bungy site and onto Lindis Pass. Tonights accommodation is at Lake Ohau, where our lakeside lodge has stunning views of Mt Cook. Time to enjoy a sunset drink with friends. Lodge Bx1 Dx1
DAY 7: Lake Ohau to Christchurch Today we follow the southern lakes hydroelectricity scheme around impressive blue water lakes and the ever-present Southern Alps as a backdrop. First stop Lake Pukaki and a chance for some amazing photos as we gaze across the clear blue waters to Mt Cook. We follow the canal system over to Lake Tekapo where there is an opportunity to take a scenic flight. Another photo opportunity at the “Church of the Good Shepard” before we enter the Canterbury plains and reach our final destination. Bx1
Conditions of sale
Package Includes:
Exclusive Student/Youth, Round Trip International Airfare, LAX to CHC
Fuel Surcharge on Airfare
Transportation
Expert Guide
Lodging and meals as specified
Package Excludes:
All taxes
Insurance
Any meal, activities, or sightseeing not specified.
Required International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
US or NZ flight add-ons to/from cities other than specified.
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Queenstown promises to take you well out of your comfort zone, but still within limits of safety.