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5 Day Southern Experience Tour

5 days
Start and end in Christchurch
5.0
2 traveler reviews

5 Day Southern Experience Tour

5 days
Start and end in Christchurch
5.0
2 traveler reviews
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Plan your adventure:
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Guided in English
Age range 1 to 100
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Highlights

  • Let loose in the adventure capital of Queenstown.
  • See the awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Witness the crystal clear lakes and towering mountains.
  • Cruise on the magical waters of Milford Sound.
  • Journey over the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine Train.

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Christchurch to Mt. Cook National Park to Queenstown
  2. Day 2 Free day to explore Queenstown
  3. Day 3 Milford Sound day tour with Real Journeys
  4. Day 4 Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier
  5. Day 5 Franz Josef to Greymouth train station, TranzAlpine train to Christchurch
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Operated by

Thrifty Tours

Number of tours

28

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    5.0
  • 4.5
  • SS
    · July 24th, 2019
    so far we really happy with the tour and the...
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    Trip date: July 2019
  • A
    · July 12th, 2019
    was great everyone should do it
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    Trip date: July 2019

Dates & Availability

5 days
5 Day Southern Experience Tour
From Christchurch to Christchurch

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    Audray-Anna

    Asked on January 25th, 2025

    Are children allowed to participate in the tour?

    Age Range
    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      Children can join the tour, but some activities may have age restrictions. Please inquire for specific details.

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    Rodolfo

    Asked on January 7th, 2025

    What type of accommodation is provided?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      The tour provides 3 and 4-star hotel stays with options for double or single room occupancy. Breakfast is included.

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    Wilo

    Asked on July 10th, 2024

    What is the cancellation policy for the tour?

    Payments
    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten July 2024

      The cancellation policy will be detailed during the booking process, including any potential refund timelines and conditions.

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    Maxime

    Asked on June 24th, 2024

    What is the payment process for the tour?

    Payments
    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten June 2024

      Payments can be made through various forms including major credit cards. Full payment details are provided during the booking process.

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    Chiara

    Asked on May 7th, 2024

    What meals are provided during the tour?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten May 2024

      The tour includes daily breakfast and some meals throughout the trip as specified in the itinerary.

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    Janny

    Asked on March 7th, 2024

    Is there a last-minute booking option available?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten March 2024

      Late bookings can be accommodated subject to availability and may require a rapid confirmation from your side.

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    Bernard

    Asked on January 15th, 2024

    What options are available for making payments?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten January 2024

      You can make payments using credit cards and some other standardized payment methods.

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    Martinus

    Asked on November 22nd, 2023

    What is included in the tour price?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten November 2023

      Tour price includes all accommodations, some meals, and all transports as per the tour itinerary.

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    Carla

    Asked on November 18th, 2023

    Can pre or post-tour accommodations be added?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten November 2023

      Yes, both pre and post-tour accommodations can be arranged on request.

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    Cindy

    Asked on October 30th, 2023

    What are the group sizes for this tour?

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    • Thrifty ToursOperatorWritten October 2023

      The tours are designed for various group sizes, including options for small or large groups up to fifteen adults.

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Tour ID: 140929

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