8D7N MOUNTAIN TO SEA TOUR (SEAT IN COACH – SIC)
Overview
This 8-day South Island tour begins in Christchurch, where you’ll be transferred to your accommodation and can enjoy an optional Christchurch Tram Dinner. The adventure continues with a scenic Tranz Alpine train ride to Greymouth, followed by a visit to the famous Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. In Franz Josef, you’ll explore the Glacier Country with a guided nature tour, before heading to Queenstown through picturesque landscapes. The tour includes free time in Queenstown to enjoy various optional activities, along with a guided tour of Arrowtown.
The highlight of the trip is a full-day excursion to Milford Sound, where you’ll cruise through the stunning fjord surrounded by towering cliffs and mountains. The journey concludes with a scenic drive to Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo before returning to Christchurch, where the tour ends. Optional activities such as a jet boat ride, helicopter hike, or visit to the Antarctic Centre allow for additional exploration throughout the journey.
Included/Excluded
- 7-nights’ accommodation
- Exclusive Meet & greet arrival transfer
- Airport transfer
- Tranz Alpine Scenic Train Journey
- Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Transfer
- Franz Josef Nature Tour
- Arrowtown & Around Tour
- Milford Sound Tour with Cruise & Lunch
- Queenstown/Mt Cook/Christchurch Tour
- International flight ticket
- Travel Insurance
- NZeTA charges
- Optional breakfast add-on
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary
- Tipping
- Others not mentioned in inclusive
Day 1: Arrive Christchurch (Fri, Sat, Mon, Wed only)
- On arrival, you will met on arrival.
- Privately transferred to your accommodation.
Day 2: Christchurch – Greymouth
- Transfer to Christchurch Railway station for the Tranz Alpine train crossing the vast expanses of the Canterbury Plains.
- On arrival in Greymouth, you will met and transferred to Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes for a short self-guided walk.
- Transfer to your accommodation.
- Overnight in Greymouth.
Day 3: Greymouth – Franz Josef
- Transfer to Franz Josef.
- Afternoon, exploring Glacier Country and West Coast temperate rainforest with guide on nature tour.
- Overnight in Franz Josef.
Day 4: Franz Josef – Queenstown (Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat only)
- Morning, transfer through wilderness towns, waterfalls, and river scenery on the journey to Queenstown.
- Overnight at Queenstown.
Day 5: Queenstown
- Morning, free at own leisure or add the endless optional activities on offer.
- Then, make your way to the Station Building for guided tour to the Arrowtown.
- Choose to stay in Queenstown for the evening OR return transfer to your accommodation.
- Overnight in Queenstown.
Day 6: Queenstown – Milford Sound – Queesntown
- Transfer to Milford Sound.
- On arrival, board your vessel for a cruise of the fiord surrounded by towering mountain and cliffs.
- Returning to shore.
- Return to downtown Queenstown (approx. 12hrs)
- Lunch is included.
- Overnight in Queenstown.
Day 7: Queenstown – Mt Cook / Tekapo – Christchurch
- Departs to Queenstown through the stunning Kawarau Gorge and fruit and wine growing region of Cromwell.
- Travel the vast plains of Mackenzie district alongside turquoise blue lakes, framed by Aoraki Mt Cook and Mt Cook Village where you have free time.
- Make a stop at Church of the Good Shepherd.
- Continuing to Christchurch.
- Overnight in Christchurch.
Day 8: Depart Christchurch
- Transfer to Christchurch Airport.
- Departure.
THIS TABLE BELOW SHOWS COST PER PERSON
| Date | Hotel Rating | Single | Twin Sharing | Triple Sharing | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 October 2024 – 30 April 2025 | Standard Hotel | MYR 14790 | MYR 9550 | MYR 8450 | MYR 650 |
| Superior Hotel | MYR 16660 | MYR 10540 | MYR 8900 | MYR 690 | |
| First Class Hotel | MYR 17600 | MYR 11000 | MYR 9310 | MYR 740 | |
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| 1 May 2025 – 30 September 2025 | Standard Hotel | MYR 15800 | MYR 10060 | MYR 8570 | MYR 720 |
| Superior Hotel | MYR 17370 | MYR 10840 | MYR 9040 | MYR 760 | |
| First Class Hotel | MYR 19350 | MYR 11830 | MYR 9910 | MYR 800 | |
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| 1 October 2025 – 30 April 2026 | Standard Hotel | MYR 16400 | MYR 10620 | MYR 9330 | MYR 720 |
| Superior Hotel | MYR 18810 | MYR 11840 | MYR 9950 | MYR 760 | |
| First Class Hotel | MYR 19990 | MYR 12430 | MYR 10810 | MYR 800 |
- Booking are subject to terms and conditions.
- Price is subject to availability at the time of booking and may be subject to event surcharge.
- A final price will be confirmed with the booking confirmation.
