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5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Queenstown

5.0(8 reviews)
120 hours
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About This Tour

This immersive 5 day tour from Queenstown offers you a perfect mixture of travel each day, visiting the majority of the top attractions in New Zealand's South Island. Enjoy optional handpicked activities and places to stay without needing to worry about planning or driving long distances yourself. The itinerary showcases the beauty of the South Island in a relaxed way. Enjoy comfort of a private tour for your group, benefiting from a knowledgeable guide-driver and a vehicle exclusively for your group throughout the tour. Enjoy the flexibility to choose your own desired activities or opt for a range of handpicked 8-9 optional activities, like a scenic helicopter ride, Milford or Doubtful Sound cruise, a unique tour of the Te Anau Glowworm Caves, a scenic gondola ride, thrill jet boating, stargazing in Dark Sky Reserves, the TranzAlpine scenic train ride, and Guided Kayaking or a Whale Cruise, or a Nature Cruise & visiting an Alpaca farm. Start at Queenstown and finish at Christchurch.

From $2,878.54
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Number of travelers
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Estimated Total:$2,878.54

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5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Queenstown
5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Queenstown
5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Queenstown
5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Queenstown
5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Queenstown
5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Queenstown
From $2,878.54
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Number of travelers
1
Estimated Total:$2,878.54

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What's Included

Guide-driver exclusively for your group
Private transportation
If any optional activity is canceled by activity provider or unavailable, alternatives are provided
Optional ("With Tickets" option): Glowworm Caves Tour Ticket at Te Anau
Optional ("With Tickets" option): Stargazing Activity Ticket at Lake Tekapo
Use of charging cables & emergency rain gear
Optional ("With Tickets" Option): Cruise Ticket at Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound
Optional ("With Tickets" option): Guided Kayaking or Whale watching cruise at Kaikōura
WiFi on board
Optional ("With Tickets" option): Gondola ride with luge & Thrill Jet Boating Ticket at Queenstown
Packaged snacks & chocolates
Optional ("With Tickets" option): Scenic Helicopter ride ticket at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
Optional ("With Tickets" option): Alpaca Farm Tour & Nature Cruise Ticket at Akaroa
Packaged water bottles
Optional ("With Tickets" option): TranzAlpine Scenic Train Ticket - Arthur's Pass to Christchurch
Optional ("With Hotels" Option): Accommodation for 4 nights in 4 to 5-star hotels with breakfast

What's Not Included

Food & Drinks (except 4 x breakfast with "With Accommodation" option)
Anything not described in the inclusions
Travel Insurance

Additional Information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers should have their own comprehensive travel insurance
Following your booking, the operator will get in touch to confirm your preferences, as applicable
With the "With Tickets" option, traveler(s) may swap any of the included activities for alternatives of interest such as Skydiving, Horse Trekking, Scenic Flights, Swimming with Dolphins, Glacier hiking, Relaxing Spa Treatment, Ziplining, etc., subject to availability, cost differences, and route or schedule feasibility

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Tour Operator

Waimate Journeys

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Guest Ratings

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Based on 8 verified reviews

5.0

Average rating

5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about 5 Day South Island New Zealand Private Tour from Queenstown

Who operates this experience?

This experience is operated by Waimate Journeys, a local sightseeing provider in Queenstown.

What's included?

This tour includes Guide-driver exclusively for your group, Private transportation, and If any optional activity is canceled by activity provider or unavailable, alternatives are provided. Additional amenities and services are included. All inclusions are provided by the tour operator.

How long is this tour?

The experience lasts approximately 120 hours, giving you time to fully enjoy your chosen activity.

Can I cancel this tour?

Yes, you can cancel up to 6 days before the scheduled departure time for a full refund.

What should I bring?

We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, a camera, and weather-appropriate clothing. All necessary equipment is provided.

Is transportation included?

Yes, transportation is included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are typically provided.

Will I receive instant confirmation?

Yes, you'll receive instant confirmation when you book.

What to expect on this tour?

This sightseeing experience lasts approximately 120 hours and includes all necessary equipment and guidance. You'll have access to Guide-driver exclusively for your group and more.

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Dest ID: 407 (Queenstown)
Slug: queenstown