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Grand tour of South New Zealand

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Once you decide to reach the other side of the globe, you have no choice but to see everything! Embark on an unforgettable three-week trip to the South Island of New Zealand, a faraway land of incalculable wonders. Keep reading

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Discover the stops of the journey

1

Christchurch

Botanical gardens and cathedrals that stand the test of time

1 Night

Lyttelton Bay
Christchurch Botanical Gardens
Christchurch
Christchurch

Christchurch is the most populous city on the southern island of New Zealand.
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Hanmer Springs

A relaxing spa town

1 Night

The landscape of Hanmer Springs
The Tennyson lake of Hanmer Springs
The nature of Hanmer Springs
The city of Hanmer Springs

Not far from Christchurch lies a small town where New Zealanders go to refresh themselves from the freezing temperatures.
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Kaikoura

The "city of sails" and whales

1 Night

Whale watching in Kaikoura
A whale in Kaikoura
The coasts of Kaikoura
The beaches of Kaikoura

The disproportionate number of boats you can admire in its bay earned it the title of "city of sails".
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Marlborough

A hilly area with a thousand surprises

2 Nights

Marlborough
Kayaking in Marlborough
Marlborough
Marlborough from above

The Marlborough Sounds are the ideal destination for those who want to discover the most authentic natural side of New Zealand.
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Nelson

The sun kisses a region rich in natural beauty

1 Night

Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman National Park
Golden Bay
Waitomo Caves

The eastern shores of Tasman Bay are home to one of the first European settlements in New Zealand, Nelson.
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Marahau

Adventure paradise

3 Nights

Natural landscape of Marahau
Abel Tasman Coast Track
Abel Tasman National Park
Marahau

Put your boots on, rent a kayak or hop onto a bike, because this stop is full of adventure.
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Greymouth

The mining town on the coast of New Zealand

1 Night

Greymouth
Lake Brunner
Greymouth
Lake Brunner

This city on the shores of the ocean takes its name from the mouth of the Grey River, around which it developed.
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Franz Josef Glacier

Five kilometres of ice for a creepy experience

2 Nights

Franz Josef glacier
Excursion to Franz Josef
The landscape around the Franz Josef glacier
Helicopter ride over the glacier

Embark on a chilling adventure in New Zealand at the Franz Josef Glacier.
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Wanaka

A land of legendary origins

1 Night

Lake Wanaka
Lake Wanaka
Lake Wanaka
Lake Wanaka in the autumn

In a remote and distant era, using only the strength of his arms, a legendary giant called Rakaihautu created the small town of Wanaka, carving huge mountains and digging into a rock to free a stream that would give rise to Lake Wanaka.
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Queenstown

A leap into New Zealand nature

2 Nights

Fiordland National Park
Queenstown at twilight
The streets of Queenstown
Queenstown at sunset

A mountain village surrounded by the crystal-clear Lake Wakatipu; appearances, Queenstown is known for being an adventurous city! Between bungee jumping, horseback riding and kayaking, Queenstown will win you over with its natural scenery and reckless activities.
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Te Anau

Starting point for the New Zealand fjords

2 Nights

Fiordland national park
The Kepler Track trail
Milford Sound
A bridge over the waters of Te Anau

Hidden on the shores of the lake from which it takes its name, the city of Te Anau is the ideal starting point to discover the beauty of New Zealand's fjords.
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Invercargill

Welcome to New Zealand's southernmost city

1 Night

Fiordland
Stewart Island
Tatuara Island
Water Tower

Welcome to New Zealand's southernmost city: Invercargill! You should definitely visit the city in the summer due to its cold and rainy climate, which is an ideal period to enjoy excursions to Southern Fiordland.
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Dunedin

A corner of Scotland in the heart of New Zealand

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The coasts of Dunedin
Dunedin bay
The Otago Peninsula
Panorama of the Otago Peninsula

The city of Dunedin has Scottish origins.
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Lake Tekapo

The most romantic lake in the world

2 Nights

The landscape of Lake Tekapo
The Church of the Good Shepherd
The flower fields of Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo

In the heart of New Zealand, the splendid Lake Tekapo stands at the foot of the imposing Mount Cook, which many have included in the list of the most romantic places in the world.
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Christchurch

1 Night

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