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Signature | South Island Epicurean Odyssey

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From Wellington to Queenstown
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Great Journeys New Zealand
Food & Culinary
Savor the world one bite at a time
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 20
Ages 16+
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Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in Maori culture with a guided tour at Te Papa Kanaki, gaining insight into New Zealand's indigenous heritage
  • Discover the iridescent beauty of paua pearls on a guided Paua Pearl Tour
  • Sip your way through Marlborough's renowned vineyards
  • Encounter playful dolphins in Kaikōura
  • Embark on two world-class scenic train journeys, traversing breathtaking landscapes while dining in Scenic Plus
  • Cross the Cook Strait on a scenic ferry journey, linking the North and South Islands

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Wellington
  2. Day 2 Wellington to Marlborough Sounds
  3. Day 3 Picton
  4. Day 4 Picton to Kaikōura
  5. Day 5 Kaikōura to Christchurch
  6. Day 6 Christchurch
  7. Day 7 Christchurch to Franz Josef
  8. Day 8 Franz Josef & Ōkārito
  9. Day 9 Franz Josef to Queenstown
  10. Day 10 Queenstown & Arrowtown
  11. Day 11 Queenstown
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  • Flights
  • Insurance
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Great Journeys New Zealand

Number of tours

17

Age Range

16 to 99 years old

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within 2 days

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Tour ID: 303987

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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before October 16th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 16th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Great Journeys New Zealand. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Great Journeys New Zealand will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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