Hiking Adventure in South Island

This 9 day tour starts in Queenstown and finishes in Christchurch.

Begin your journey in Queenstown and set off on the world-renowned Routeburn Track with expert local guides, exploring alpine peaks, ancient forests, and crystal-clear rivers. Then, travel through the stunning landscapes of Wānaka and over the Haast Pass to the wild and beautiful West Coast. Experience the thrill of a heli-hike on Franz Josef Glacier—an unforgettable encounter with towering ice formations and breathtaking views. Conclude your adventure with a ride aboard the iconic TranzAlpine train, one of the world’s great rail journeys, as you cross the Southern Alps en route to Christchurch.

The rates displayed for this tour are based on a per person occupancy in the Routeburn Multishare Rooms. These rooms have shared bathroom facilities and are in rooms with up to 6 pax on the Milford Track. For double, twin or single room occupancy, kindly contact our sales consultants.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Boutique Lodges & Hotels.

This tour also features:

Included activity: Private Transfer Queenstown Airport to your Accommodation

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: Time Tripper Cinematic Experience

Included activity: TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

Included activity: Routeburn Track 3 Day/2 Night Guided Walk with Ultimate Hikes

Included activity: Queenstown to Franz Josef via Wānaka Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi - Lunch Included

Included activity: Franz Josef Glacier Helihike with Franz Josef Glacier Guides

Included activity: Franz Josef to Christchurch Tour with TranzAlpine Train via Hokitika with Cheeky Kiwi Travel

Included activity: Private Transfer from Christchurch Accommodation to Christchurch Airport with Christchurch Touring Company

8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

Itinerary summary for: Hiking Adventure in South Island

Day 1: Welcome to Queenstown
Accommodation: Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Day 2: Explore Queenstown & attend your Routeburn Track briefing in the afternoon
Accommodation: Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Day 3: Travel to the start of the Routeburn Track, then hike to Lake Mackenzie
Accommodation: Routeburn Track Lodges

Day 4: Fantastic mountain views today and tonight you stay at the Routeburn Falls Lodge
Accommodation: Routeburn Track Lodges

Day 5: Descend to the forested lowlands, before you return to Queenstown
Accommodation: Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Day 6: Travel through stunning landscapes to Glacier Country
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Day 7: Enjoy an Unforgettable Heli-Hike on Franz Josef Glacier
Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Day 8: Experience Iconic TranzAlpine train ride to Christchurch
Accommodation: Sudima Christchurch City

Day 9: Farewell Aotearoa/ New Zealand