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- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- 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 - 200
- Ages 8+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Milford Sound
- Witness the sharp, towering mountain peaks and forest-cloaked hills of Milford Sound, one of the world’s most breath-taking natural attractions.
- Whale Watching in Kaikōura
- Kaikōura is New Zealand's South Island's premier whale watching destination. Set against a stunning backdrop of dramatic mountains that are dusted with snow in winter, embark on a thrilling excursion for an opportunity to perhaps see a variety of whales, dolphins and fur seals that inhabit or visit these waters.
- Stewart Island
- With over 85% of the island designated as national park, adventurers visit remote Rakiura (or Stewart Island) for nature-based activities. Explore ancient forests and discover Scottish and Norwegian history in this remote pristine wilderness.
- Dunedin
- After receiving a special welcome presentation from a Marae member, discover Dunedin's remarkable heritage architecture — some of the best-preserved Edwardian and Victorian architecture in the southern hemisphere. At Baldwin Street, witness the world's steepest street.
- Freedom Of Choice Dining in Queenstown
- In Queenstown, choose from a range of Freedom of Choice Dining options. Cruise to Walter Peak Farm for a gourmet BBQ, ride the gondola to Stratosfare for dinner with a view, try world-famous burgers at Fergburger, enjoy fresh seafood at Finz, or savour local flavours at your hotel.
Itinerary
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- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrive Wellington, Embark Ship
- Day 2 Ship Cove/Meretoto
- Day 3 Kaikōura
- Day 4 Akaroa, Christchurch
- Day 5 Dunedin
- Day 6 Stewart Island/Rakiura
- Day 7 Dusky Sound/Tamatea
- Day 8 Doubtful Sound/Patea
- Day 9 Milford Sound/Piopiotahi
- Day 10 Day At Sea
- Day 11 Disembark Ship, Bluff, Queenstown
- Day 12 Queenstown
- Day 13 Depart Queenstown
What's Included
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- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar 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
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
All accommodations are subject to change
Two Nights: Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Hotelday 11
Customer Reviews
- John· February 6th, 2023The tour started on a wrong note because we were not met at the airport in Auckland. After some time and effort another gentleman unrelated to the tour drove us to our hotel and wouldn't dream of taking any money. This was the first of many interfaces with NZ people, who seem to be universally friendly and helpful. Once we met with tour director Fernando and the rest of our tour group the trip was terrific. Although this was billed as "rail tour" we spent much more time on the tour bus then on the rails. However, the two bus drivers - John and then Rob - were excellent and provided local insight into all of the areas we visited, in a knowledgeable and humorous manner. We managed to leave our passports in a hotel safe, and Fernando went all out to recover them for us. The tour group were all seniors, and we made some good friends that we hope to see again. The NZ weather was perfect for the whole tour, and we were in warm dry Christchurch when Auckland had their floods Clearly we would have needed a much longer time to see all that NZ has to offer, but what we did see was impressive - incredible greenery, roads and rail lines installed thru impossible terrain, huge cattle and sheep herds, entrepreneurship displayed every where. Terrific tour, nice folks!Show more
- David· March 23rd, 2020Our tour director, Daniel, did a really good job and made our 6 days very enjoyable. The bus driver was also very good and they were both a joy to be around. Their hard work and effort for our benefit was much appreciated.Show more
- Anonymous· January 28th, 2012We went on the Southern Sensation premier plus tour. It was absolutely amazing!! We live in the North Island and i can honestly say i fell in love with my country all over again. We had never been to the south island before and wanted to go and explore before we take the kids. Our bus driver and tour guide were both fantastic. Our tour guide made sure everything was perfect and any thing else we needed was not a problem. Our bus driver was just as good and helpful. They worked so well together and they both knew stories about the history of places. I highly recommend using APT, even if it is around your own country and trust me you will still be amazed. - Michelle K, New ZealandShow more
Dates & Availability
13 days
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