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Delve Deep: New Zealand South Island

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Trip Overview

TRIP VIBE = iconic sights and in-depth adventures with a local Trip Leader. Take one week of pure unadulterated Kiwi adventures and turn them into a trip of a lifetime. From the adrenalin-pumping capital of Queenstown to the jaw-dropping scenery of Franz Josef, Milford Sound and Mackenzie Region, this is your chance to see all this great southern island has to offer – with a bunch of mates just as stoked to be here as you are. It’s time to dive in: you ready?

Worth noting…

Heads up! This trip is a lil shorter (just two days) than our 2024-2025 departures. On this trip, you’ll get two in one – your Trip Leader is also your Driver. 

Tales From Topdeckers

Trip itinerary

  1. Christchurch (South Island, New Zealand)

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    One minute you’re stuck in that boring home routine, ‘nek minnit’ you’re landing in Christchurch, meeting a bunch of people who are 100% different but 100% the same. We’re kicking things off with an included group dinner – swap notes on all the weird and wonderful stuff you’re planning to do. Get ready to delve into the South Island’s local hot spots, legendary cities and mind-blowing natural wonders. See you in the morning!

    • Meals
      • Dinner
  2. Christchurch – Hokitika – Franz Josef Glacier Region

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  3. Franz Josef Glacier Region – Queenstown

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  4. Queenstown

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  5. Queenstown, including Milford Sound

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  6. Queenstown

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  7. Queenstown – Arrowtown – Lake Ohau

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  8. Lake Ohau – Lake Tekapo – Christchurch

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What's included

Included experiences

  • - Visit Hokitika
  • - Visit Lake Matheson
  • - Stay in the scenic Franz Josef region
  • - Scenic cruise on Milford Sound (including lunch)
  • - Mountain biking excursion in Arrowtown
  • - Orientation walk of Christchurch with Trip Leader

Accommodation

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-4 nights in hostels (twin or double), 2 nights in lodges (twin or double), 1 night in hotel-style accommodation (twin or double)

Transport

- Air-conditioned minicoach

Optional activities

- FYI: these are optional activities available locally. Things might change – prices are here to give you a rough idea.

- Glacier Heli-hike excursion in Franz Josef Glacier region: from $585

- Scenic flight over Franz Josef: from $385

- Jet boating in Queenstown: from $139

- Canyon swinging in Queenstown: from $249

- Bungy jumping in Queenstown: from $205

- Skydiving in Queenstown: from $299

- Funyaking in Queenstown: from $399

- Wilderness Jet adventure in Queenstown: from $279

- Whitewater rafting down the Shotover River: from $219

Views & Reviews

Latest Reviews

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  • Renee Ko December 2023
  • Neve Wa November 2023
  • Kristina Gr November 2023

    Loved everything except The Kiwi Experience place

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