Itinerary
- Day 1
Christchurch to Methven
You'll start with group introductions and a trip briefing, then head to Christchurch Adventure Park for zip lining. The course has New Zealand's highest (150m) and longest (1km+) ziplines with dual racing lines and views over forests, Christchurch City, and the Southern Alps. After lunch, walk through a secret hiking spot that has waterfalls and panoramic views of the Canterbury Plains. You'll stop at Rakaia Gorge before driving to Methven for the evening.
- Start point
- Hereford Street, Christchurch-Linwood, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand (Lobby of the IBIS Hotel, 09:00 - 09:15)
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Zip lining adventure - 4 lines including highest and longest ziplines in New Zealand at Christchurch Adventure Park
- Guided hiking to secret waterfall spot with Canterbury Plains views
Landmarks/POIs Christchurch Adventure Park Victoria Park Southern Alps Rakaia Gorge 
- Day 2
Methven to Lake Tekapo
You're driving through Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps foothills via Peel Forest to reach the Rangitata River for white-water rafting. This river has the longest sections of grade 5 rapids in New Zealand at all water levels. After a full safety brief and on-water training, you'll paddle through increasingly challenging sections with the option to walk around grade 5 rapids if needed. Following a classic Kiwi BBQ, you'll head to Lake Tekapo for the evening, known for its turquoise waters and stargazing.
- Meals
- Lunch (Picnic lunch during rafting), Dinner (Classic Kiwi BBQ)
Included Activities
- White water rafting on Rangitata River including grade 5 rapid sections
- Safety brief and on-water training from professional guide
- Classic Kiwi BBQ dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking around grade 5 rapid sections instead of paddling
Landmarks/POIs Peel Forest Rangitata River Lake Tekapo - Day 3
Lake Tekapo to Wanaka
You're continuing south through the MacKenzie High Country with views across Lake Pukaki to Aoraki Mt Cook (3,724m). You'll cross the Lindis Pass into New Zealand's Southern Lakes region, then stop for lunch on the shores of Lake Wanaka. From there, you'll cross the fords to Mount Aspiring National Park and into the Matukituki Valley for an afternoon return hike to Rob Roy Glacier.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on the shores of Lake Wanaka)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through MacKenzie High Country with views of Lake Pukaki and Aoraki Mt Cook
- Guided return hike to Rob Roy Glacier in Matukituki Valley
Landmarks/POIs Lake Pukaki Aoraki Mt Cook Lindis Pass Lake Wanaka Mount Aspiring National Park Matukituki Valley Rob Roy Glacier 
- Day 4
Wanaka
You have a full free day in Lake Wanaka to relax and enjoy the scenery of this Southern Alps lakeside town. You can rest, walk around, or do some souvenir shopping. Your guide can help arrange optional activities including kayaking, rock climbing, canyoning, scenic helicopter flights, lake cruises, or skydiving if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Activities
- Kayak rental and freedom paddle on Lake Wanaka
- Half day local activity
- Rock climbing
- Canyoning
- Scenic helicopter flights
- Lake cruises
- Skydiving
Landmarks/POIs Lake Wanaka - Day 5
Wanaka to Queenstown
You're departing Wanaka late morning and driving through the historic Cardrona Valley and over the Crown Range to Queenstown. After lunch, your afternoon is free to explore this mountain town. There are countless options available including mountain biking, day hikes, hang gliding, paragliding, bungy jumping, canyon swinging, luge rides, jet sprints, skydiving, helicopter flights, Lord of the Rings tours, and wine tours in Gibbston Valley.
- Meals
- Lunch
Optional Activities
- Downhill mountain biking trails
- Cross country mountain biking trails
- Epic day hikes in mountains
- Hang gliding from local peaks
- Paragliding from local peaks
- Bungy jumping
- Canyon swinging
- Luge riding from Skyline gondola
- Submersible shark rides
- Commercial jet sprint experience
- Off-roading
- Quad biking
- River surfing
- Skydiving
- Helicopter flights
- Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit guided tours
- Wine tastings and platters at Gibbston Valley vineyards
Landmarks/POIs Cardrona Valley Crown Range Queenstown Skyline Queenstown Gibbston Valley 
- Day 6
Queenstown
You have another full free day in Queenstown with your guide available to help organize additional adventure and adrenaline activities, sightseeing tours, hikes, spa days, or wine tours. It's a good chance to maximize your time in this special destination or do things at a slower pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Activities
- Additional adventure and adrenaline activities
- Sightseeing tours
- Hikes
- Spa days
- Wine tours
Landmarks/POIs Queenstown 
- Day 7
Queenstown to Lake Te Anau
You're leaving Queenstown with optional bungy jumping opportunities from the legendary Kawarau Bungy Bridge (the world's first bungy site), the 134m Nevis Bungy, or the Nevis Swing (the world's highest swing). After lunch, you'll drive to Lake Te Anau, which serves as the gateway to Fiordland National Park and your base for the next two nights. In the evening, there's an optional lake cruise to see glowworms in the cave systems with mountain and lake views.
- Meals
- Lunch
Optional Activities
- Kawarau Bungy Bridge jump (world's first bungy site)
- Nevis Bungy jump (134m)
- Nevis Swing (world's highest swing)
- Evening lake cruise and glowworm viewing
Landmarks/POIs Kawarau Bridge Nevis Bridge Lake Te Anau Fiordland National Park - Day 8
Lake Te Anau to Milford Sound
You're heading deep into Fiordland National Park for a full-day sea kayaking adventure on Milford Sound. You'll drive the Milford Road first, then paddle amongst towering peaks, hanging valleys, and thundering waterfalls while watching for NZ fur seals, dolphins, and Fiordland crested penguins. This area is known for its dramatic landscape and water-based views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Full-day Milford Sound sea kayaking adventure
- Scenic drive from Te Anau on Milford Road
- Wildlife viewing opportunities including NZ fur seals, dolphins, and Fiordland crested penguins
Landmarks/POIs Fiordland National Park Milford Sound Milford Road 
- Day 9
Fiordland to Queenstown
You're departing Fiordland for a cross-country mountain bike adventure through remote glacial valleys, finishing at Walter Peak homestead on Lake Wakatipu shores. The ride is approximately 35km and typically takes 3.5 to 4 hours including a picnic lunch with incredible lake and glacier views. Electric bikes are available if you prefer. Later, you'll enjoy a cruise back to Queenstown Bay aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw steamship or Lady of the Lake.
- Meals
- Lunch (Picnic lunch with unbelievable lake and glacier views during mountain bike ride)
Included Activities
- Cross-country mountain bike ride through glacial valleys (approximately 35km, 3.5-4 hours)
- Picnic lunch with lake and glacier views during bike ride
- Historic steamship cruise from Walter Peak to Queenstown Bay aboard TSS Earnslaw or Lady of the Lake
Optional Activities
- Electric bike rental for the mountain bike ride
Landmarks/POIs Walter Peak Lake Wakatipu Queenstown Bay - Day 10
Queenstown
You'll end your tour with an iconic jet boating ride through the Shotover Canyons. You'll speed through narrow canyons doing 360-degree spins in this Kiwi invention that helped put Queenstown on the map as the adventure capital. It's a high-energy finish to an action-packed journey through New Zealand's Southern Island.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Jet boating experience through Shotover Canyons with 360-degree spins
Landmarks/POIs Shotover Canyon Queenstown
