Morning:
Shantytown Heritage Park
Step back in time with a recreated gold mining town (10km from Greymouth).
The park features a recreation of a 19th-century gold-mining town with over 30 historic buildings, a steam train, gold panning, and other activities.

Pounamu Pathway - Mawhera Pa
Embark on a self-discovery journey through immersive experiences featuring monumental sculptures, audio-visual elements, and history told through audio and illustrations. Explore daily life in the Pā, and discover the region's past through stories of Pounamu, industry, and cultural change. (60mins travel time to Punakaiki)

Afternoon:
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks & Blowholes
Punakaiki's Pancake Rocks are layered limestone formations created by marine sediments over millions of years, with the soft siltstone between layers eroded by wind and water to resemble pancakes. High tides and strong swells force water through the rocks' tunnels, creating spectacular geyser-like blowholes that shoot spray into the air.
Approximately a 45min easy loop walk, mostly paved paths and boardwalks

Overnight:
Scenic Circle Hotel Punakaiki

This is a suggested experience only and is not an operated tour - please arrange your plans independently.

Morning:
Depart Hokitika (30min travel time)

Hokitika Gorge
A short, easy walk leads to a swing bridge and turquoise waters offering breath taking views of the gorge and river below. It’s a perfect spot for photography, nature appreciation and a peaceful moment surrounded by dramatic scenery.

Travel Time to Fox Glacier (2hours 10min)

Afternoon:
Fox Glacier - Guided Nature Tour (3 hours)
This scenic trail meanders through the lush, historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park, where you'll encounter magnificent rata and rimu trees, vibrant mosses, and breathtaking views of the upper Fox Glacier, the Fox Neve and Mt Tasman—one of New Zealand's tallest peaks. Along the way, our knowledgeable guides will share fascinating insights into the area's geology, glaciation, and thermology (including a chance to dip your hand in a geothermal spring) and its diverse flora and fauna.

* Heli Hike with Snow Landing Options Available

Overnight:
Scenic Circle Franz Josef

This is a suggested experience only and is not an operated tour - please arrange your plans independently.

Morning:
Franz Josef Nature Tour Guided Walk
This eco-tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, providing opportunities for off-track adventures and a profound insight into the intricate workings of the ecosystem. This unforgettable journey unveils the hidden wonders of the Franz Josef Glacier Valley. Meander through ancient native podocarp rainforest, stroll along a pristine glacial-fed river and marvel at the mirror-like reflections of the snow-capped mountains on an ancient kettle lake.

Travel time to Mt Aspiring National Park (3 Hours)

Afternoon:
Blue Pools Track - Mt Aspiring National Park
This is a well prepared track of about 30 minutes to walk casually. Even if one isn’t as good on foot it is easy to walk to the blue pools. And they are really blue!

Travel time to Wanaka (1 Hour)

Evening:
Dinner at The Cow, Wanaka

Overnight:
Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka

This is a suggested experience only and is not an operated tour - please arrange your plans independently.

Queenstown, New Zealand, sits on the shores of the South Island’s Lake Wakatipu, set against the dramatic Southern Alps. Renowned for adventure sports, it’s also a base for exploring the region’s vineyards and historic mining towns.

Morning:
Depart Auckland - Queenstown
Shopping and exploring in Queenstown

Afternoon:
Walter Peak
Discover Queenstown's ultimate dining destination, Walter Peak High Country Farm. This is the only place where you can enjoy a cruise, dinner, and show combined into one unforgettable experience.

Evening:
Dinner at Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar
Situated high above Queenstown, Stratosfare Restaurant offers unforgettable panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu, the Remarkables, and beyond. Feast on a wide selection of local flavours, from grilled meats and fresh seafood to vibrant plant-based dishes and decadent desserts.

This is a suggested experience only and is not an operated tour - please arrange your plans independently.

Christchurch is New Zealand's second-largest city and the largest in the South Island, known as the "Garden City" for its parks and gardens. The city is located on the Canterbury Plains, near the Pacific Ocean and Southern Alps. Christchurch offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, with attractions like the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, museums, and nearby mountains.

Morning:
Depart Auckland - Christchurch
Shopping and exploring in Christchurch

Afternoon:
Punting on the Avon River
An exciting new development consisting of a 7-day-trading, indoor market, linked to a vibrant network of boutique retail, restaurants, cafes & bars - Riverside is a unique inner-city shopping experience for the local community and visitors to enjoy.
Lunch at the Riverside Markets
An exciting new development consisting of a 7-day-trading, indoor market, linked to a vibrant network of boutique retail, restaurants, cafes & bars - Riverside is a unique inner-city shopping experience for the local community and visitors to enjoy.

Evening:
Dinner at King of Snake

This is a suggested experience only and is not an operated tour - please arrange your plans independently.