Across the alpine divide
Begin in Christchurch before crossing toward the West Coast. Choose a road or rail introduction, allowing time for the landscape and a comfortable overnight stop.
JOURNEY 04 / ADVENTURE & EXPLORATION
South Island: Scenery & Adventure
SUGGESTED DURATION12 days
PLACES TO DISCOVERChristchurch · Hokitika · Franz Josef · Wānaka · Queenstown
Make it yours ↗A JOURNEY TO IMAGINE
Rainforest on one side, mountain horizons on the other. Follow the South Island’s changing landscapes through the West Coast and Southern Lakes, pairing guided adventures with comfortable places to return to.
YOUR JOURNEY, AT A GLANCE
The places along the way.
- 01Christchurch
- 02Hokitika
- 03Franz Josef
- 04Wānaka
- 05Queenstown
Indicative connections · Regional locations are approximate.
Map outline: Natural EarthForest, water, and ice
Explore the Hokitika area and glacier country with guides. Kayaking, forest walks, or a glacier outing can be discussed according to weather and your confidence.
Southern Lakes discoveries
Continue to Wānaka and Queenstown for lake outings, walks, and optional adventures. Add Fiordland with extra time so it becomes a memorable chapter rather than a hurried detour.
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