5-Day Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Christchurch Welcomes You
Airport pickup, explore Christchurch
Christchurch is the third-largest city in New Zealand and the capital of the South Island.
Guests will enjoy dinner and rest, preparing for the journey to explore the South Island.
Day 2: Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki - Mount Cook
Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki are famous attractions on the South Island, with mystical blue waters like emerald gems surrounded by the snow-capped mountains of Mount Cook, rising over 3,200m and covered in snow year-round.
Lake Pukaki and Mount Cook are important filming locations for The Lord of the Rings film series and the prequel "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug"
Especially from November to January, the Lupin flowers bloom across the fields along the lakeside, creating a magical fairytale-like landscape.
Day 3: Arthur’s Pass
Explore the famous mountain route of Arthur’s Pass by train.
Check in at Fortress Hill, visit breathtaking waterfalls such as Devils Punchbowl, admire the scenery of the Otira Viaduct and Lake Pearson.
Day 4: The Kingdom of Seals, Admire the Pacific Ocean
Explore the coastal route of the South Island and watch colonies of seals casually basking on the sandy beaches.
Enjoy seafood, with one serving of double-oven-baked lobster provided for each guest to enjoy while overlooking the vast ocean. A place where you can feel the smallness of humanity when reaching the end of the world.
Day 5: Christchurch Farewell
Enjoy a cup of tea or hot coffee while admiring the small, peaceful and beautiful city. Say goodbye with a lingering sense of nostalgia and regret.
Airport transfer and farewell, taking with you a heart full of memories of New Zealand’s South Island.
Notes:
+ Stay at 3-star hotels or Airbnb accommodations. 2 people per room. A private room for 1 person requires an additional $300 for 4 nights.
Package Price:
Adults: Tour price + adult ticket/accommodation package: ($1200+ $900)= $2100
Children: Tour price + child ticket/accommodation package: ($1100+800)= $1900
Additional service: $80 for a VIP seat, with priority in choosing a comfortable seat for a better experience throughout the journey. Each vehicle has a maximum of 3 VIP seats.
Vietbooking also offers Private Tours with 7–12-seat vehicles according to the needs of families and larger groups. Please contact us for detailed consultation.
Price Includes:
+ Tour fee: Experienced driver-guide, skilled in photography and filming.
+ All sightseeing tickets and water taxi.
+ Bottled water on the vehicle.
Price Excludes:
+ Airfare is not included. Guests may purchase their own flights, or Vietbooking can assist with flight bookings for an additional service fee.
+ Meals are not included. The driver will take guests to a restaurant where they can choose dishes according to their preferences.
+ Driver’s tip: Guests may give an additional TIP to the driver as motivation for the driver-guide to provide attentive service and take even better photos.
Other Important Notes:
+ If using a Vietnamese passport and holding Australian PR, you need to apply online for the visa waiver travel authorization here: https://nzeta.immigration.govt.nz/
+ If using a Vietnamese passport and you are not an Australian PR, you must apply for a New Zealand Visitor Visa. If you currently hold an Australian visa, such as a tourist, student, or work visa, please include it in your New Zealand Visitor Visa application. This can be an advantage in making the visa application process easier.
+ All passengers must complete their travel declaration before boarding the flight and arriving in New Zealand here: https://www.travellerdeclaration.govt.nz
+ Absolutely do not bring: food, prohibited items, agricultural products, items made from wood or animals, for example, fur or leather clothing, or shoes with mud or soil attached. New Zealand has a unique ecosystem and therefore has strict biosecurity regulations due to the risk of introducing diseases or bacteria through objects and natural products.
