FAQ 1: What is included in trip cost?

- Accommodation - Meals as mentioned in the itinerary - Transfers - Local guide - Entry fees to parks and other activities

FAQ 2: What is excluded from trip cost?

- Flights - Visas - Travel Insurance - Personal Gear

FAQ 3: What is the best time to take this tour?

The winter months in New Zealand are from June to August and it is the best season to do this tour.

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Winter Adventure in Southern New Zealand

New Zealand

14 days

Difficulty:Easy

Skill:Beginner

Group size:12

Highlights

Discover the South Island without the crowds on our 14-day New Zealand Winter Adventure hiking trip. To let you in on a secret, exploring the dramatic landscapes of the South Island during New Zealand’s winter months is largely underrated. Between May

and September, ski fields come to life and mountains look spectacular covered in snow. Highlights:

1. Sea kayak on Okarito lagoon

2. Hike Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park for stunning views of the Park’s glaciers and surrounding mountains

3. Multi-day hikes or day walks in some of New Zealand’s most diverse national parks: Mt Aspiring, Fiordland, Westland and Paparoa

4. Wanaka lakeshore cycling

If you’re ready to see New Zealand in all its beauty, the Winter Adventure in New Zealand is calling your name.

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Itinerary

Winter Adventure in Southern New Zealand

DAY 1

Arrive to Christchurch, Hike Mt John

Once you arrive on a short flight from Auckland to Christchurch on the South Island you will be transferred to your hotel. We then head to Lake Tekapo for a hike along the lakeshore before emerging above the treeline on Mt. John for breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Then we’ll carry on to the remote and beautiful Lake Ohau Lodge. The lodge is tucked in beside an alpine lake, with stunning views stretching across to Aoraki/Mt. Cook and the Southern Alps – the ideal spot to soak in the hot tub and star gaze! Today is a relaxed introduction to New Zealand. Depending on where you’re coming from, you’ll probably find jetlag is no big deal.

Hiking distance: 8kms

Hiking time: 2-3 hours

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

DAY 2

Mt Cook National Park or Ski at Ohau Ski Area

DAY 3

Mt Aspiring National Park

DAY 4

Mt Aspiring National Park and bike Wanaka

DAY 5

Leisure day in Queenstown

DAY 6

Kepler Track - Glow Worm Caves

DAY 7

Cruise Milford Sound

DAY 8

Scenic journey to the West Coast

DAY 9

Copland Hot Pools - Westland National Park

DAY 10

Hike up the Copland Valley

DAY 11

Hike out from the Copland Valley

DAY 12

Kayak Okarito Lagoon & Franz Josef Glacier

DAY 13

Hike Punakaiki Rainforest and Beaches

DAY 14

Departure

DAY 1

Arrive to Christchurch, Hike Mt John

DAY 2

Mt Cook National Park or Ski at Ohau Ski Area

DAY 3

Mt Aspiring National Park

Trip Inclusions

Transfers

Transportation to and from the airport and between different destinations as part of the itinerary.

Accommodation

Lodging at various hotels, guesthouses, or other types of accommodation during the trip.

Admission fees

Entry fees for museums, parks, historical sites, and other attractions included in the tour.

Guide fees

Fees for a Guide required for your adventure.

Local guide

A knowledgeable guide to provide insights and information about the places visited.

Some meals

Selected meals provided as part of the tour package, which may include breakfast, lunch, or dinner on certain days.

What's not included

Flights

All the flight charges required for your adventure.

Visas

Required Visa fees for your travel.

Travel insurance

Travel insurance from a trusted provider for your adventure.

Personal gear

All the personal gear required for your adventure.

Airport transfer

Transportation from and to Airport

Accommodation

Day 1 - 3

You will be staying at the Lake Ohau Lodge in Lake Ohau on double occupancy basis.

Day 3

You will be staying at the Mt Aspiring Hut in Mt Aspiring National Park on double occupancy basis.

Day 4 - 6

You will be staying at the Heritage Hotel in Queenstown on double occupancy basis.

Day 6 - 8

You will be staying at the Matai Lodge in Te Anau on double occupancy basis.

Day 8

You will be staying at the Heartland World Heritage Hotel in Haast on double occupancy basis.

Day 9 - 11

You will be staying at the Welcome Flat Hut in Westland National Park on double occupancy basis.

Day 11 - 13

You will be staying at the Rainforest Retreat in Franz Josef on double occupancy basis.

Day 13

You will be staying at the Scenic Hotel in Punakaiki on double occupancy basis.

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Departure Dates

from $6150 /person

Private groups?

Minimum 5 people, and choose any date.

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