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5 days Independent Coach Tours Christchurch to Christchurch

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Flexible Itineraries

Our New Zealand Independent coach tours can be adapted or extended according to your requirements. So if you want to stay longer at any place on the itinerary, let us know, ALL itineraries can be amended.

If you do not find a Tour that suits you, just ask us to provide you with a personalised coach touring holiday.

Christchurch - Kaikoura - Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park - Greymouth - TranzAlpine - Christchurch

Indulge yourself with two scenic rail journeys, two stunning National Parks and once in a lifetime opportunity to whale watch on this New Zealand Tours South Island.

Day 1: Christchurch - Kaikoura

The TranzCoastal train passes through North Canterbury sheep country, then the track skims the spectacular coastline between the Kaikoura Ranges and the Pacific. This afternoon take a whale watch cruise to see the whales and other marine life which feed in this area. Stay 1 night in Kaikoura.

Day 2: Kaikoura - Blenheim - Nelson

Rejoin the TranzCoastal train and turn inland to Marlborough region and Blenheim. Continue by coach past vineyards built on rich alluvial plains, which produce world class wines to Nelson. Stay 2 nights in Nelson.

Day 3: Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park - Nelson

A full day excursion to the Abel Tasman National Park. Drive through rich horticultural and orchard country to Motueka. Board your launch at Kaiteriteri Beach and choose to remain onboard your launch for the duration of the cruise or disembark to walk part of the track.

Day 4: Nelson - Greymouth

Travel through the Buller Gorge to Westport, and down the West coast to the famous Punakaiki Pancake Rocks. Stay 1 night in Greymouth.

Day 5: Greymouth - Christchurch

This morning is at your leisure. Board the renowned TranzAlpine train and travel through the Otira Tunnel, over Arthur's Pass and across the Canterbury Plains. Arrive Christchurch early evening.
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Gold
Our hotels are centrally located and have a selection of restaurants and bars and other facilities expected in first class rooms.
Silver
These properties include a variety of international chain hotels and traditional NZ hotels or Motor Inns. As with all our accommodations, they are centrally located and provide on site restaurants and bars and other facilities are maintained to high standard.
Bronze
You stay at centrally located hotels and motels. All properties are situated near amenities, shops, activities and coach stations/depots.

All Bronze, Silver, Gold accommodation includes
TV, fridge & telephone in room, ironing facilities and breakfast available. Deluxe/Superior also includes room service and a licenced restaurant.

Whales and National Parks Route Map
  • Coach Transport
  • 4 nights accommodation
  • Transfers within journey
  • TranzCoastal Train Journey
  • Whale Watch Excursion
  • Abel Tasman National Park Tour
  • TranzAlpine Train Journey

Departures Daily

Cost per person 1 Oct 2011 to 30 Sep 2012
Bronze
Twin:   NZD1,389
Single: NZD1,869
Triple:  NZD1,329
Silver
Twin:   NZD1,519
Single: NZD2,109
Triple:  NZD1,419
Gold
Twin:   NZD1,569
Single: NZD2,209
Triple:  NZD1,439
Rates from 01 October 2012 to 30 September 2013 are available on application.

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Whale Watch Kaikoura
Awaroa Estuary, Abel Tasman National Park