South Island Mid-Line Food 6-Day Tour
A six-day South Island mid-line tour built around local food experiences alongside the classic scenery.
Highlights
- 【Christchurch】The most beautifully British-classical city in the South Pacific!
- 【Oamaru】A seaside town brimming with Victorian charm!
- 【Blue Penguins】Visit the habitat of the world's smallest penguins and watch the little penguins return from fishing to their nests.
- 【Milford Sound Cruise】Enjoy a buffet meal aboard a luxury cruise and admire the glaciers, gorges and ice formed over tens of thousands of years, taking in the extraordinary and magnificent fjord scenery.
- 【The 5 Great Lakes of the South Island】Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, Lake Wakatipu, Lake Te Anau and Mirror Lakes.
Daily Itinerary
Arrive in Christchurch and begin the South Island culinary journey. The specific arrangements for the day are subject to the confirmation and the guide's notice.
Take in the magnificent natural landscapes of the South Island en route to the lake district, experiencing the scenery of famous South Island lakes such as Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki.
Board a luxury Milford Sound cruise, enjoy a buffet lunch on board, and admire the gorges and glacial landscapes shaped by glacier movement.
Explore the Victorian-style town of Oamaru, then head to the blue penguin colony in the evening to watch the little penguins return from fishing to their nests.
Continue exploring the famous South Island lakes and the scenery along the way, enjoying the specialty meals included in the itinerary.
The South Island culinary journey comes to an end. Transfers or departure are arranged according to the confirmation.
Price Table
| Item | Price NZD |
|---|---|
| Adult | NZ$1899 |
| Child 4-12 sharing with one adult | NZ$1709 |
| Child 4-12 sharing with two adults | NZ$1519 |
| Child 2-4 | NZ$1329 |
| Infant under 2, no bed (seat only, no other services) | NZ$680 |
| Single supplement | NZ$350 |
Departure Dates
Departs every Monday; no bookable dates at the moment. Public-holiday special dates: 27 Jan 2025, 3 Feb 2025, or ask our sales team.
Included
- Hotels: 3-4 star hotel accommodation with hotel buffet breakfast.
- Meals listed in the itinerary: Chinese group meal standard is 6 dishes and 1 soup for 6 people, 7 dishes and 1 soup for 7 people, and 8 dishes and 1 soup for groups of 8 or more.
- Transport: 12-35 seat vehicles throughout the tour, with a Chinese-speaking driver-guide; the driver-guide works 10 hours per day, with overtime charged at NZ$150 (paid in cash to the guide).
- 2 first-entry attraction tickets: the Milford Sound cruise with lunch, and the blue penguin colony.
Not Included
- Guide gratuities: NZ$6 per person per day is suggested.
- Lunch and dinner are at your own expense; airfares, visa fees and optional activities.
- Additional costs arising from circumstances beyond human control (such as weather, natural disasters or strikes).
- Personal expenses and items not listed in the itinerary.
Notes
The operator may adjust the itinerary for weather. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. All prices are in NZD.
Why choose us
A local Mandarin-speaking team, fully licensed (Qualmark / TAANZ / IATA), with itineraries you can verify.
How to book
Tap “Book now” for live departure dates, or message our WeChat team and we will arrange it for you.
Departure info
Prices are indicative only; the live price and confirmed departure status on this site apply.