South Island Mid-Line 6-Day 5-Night Premium Tour · Queenstown to Christchurch
A six-day premium itinerary along the South Island mid-line: Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mount Cook National Park and Lake Tekapo, ending in Christchurch.
Highlights
- 【Queenstown】A world-class honeymoon town, home to the century-old TSS Earnslaw steamship and the Skyline Gondola.
- 【Wanaka】The scenery of the Southern Alps and Lake Wanaka.
- 【Mount Cook National Park】Alpine, glacial and lake landscapes.
- 【Lake Tekapo】In Māori, "a place to sleep beneath the stars" — a world-class dark sky reserve.
- 【Lake Pukaki】Admire the blue waters and the snowy peaks of Mount Cook.
Daily Itinerary
Meet at the airport at 5:00 pm and arrive in Queenstown, a world-class honeymoon town. Check in at Heritage Hotel Queenstown or an equivalent 4.5-star hotel. Chinese dinner included.
After the hotel buffet breakfast, cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard the century-old TSS Earnslaw, visit Walter Peak Farm and enjoy a BBQ lunch. In the afternoon, ride the Skyline Gondola for panoramic views over Queenstown.
Travel to Lake Wanaka and Mount Cook National Park, taking in the alpine, glacial and lake scenery of the South Island. The exact order of sightseeing is arranged by the guide.
Explore Mount Cook and the Tekapo lake district, enjoying the lakeside setting, snowy mountains and the dark sky reserve.
Enjoy free time at Lake Tekapo and its surroundings, with the breakfast and specialty meals included in the itinerary.
After breakfast, take photos by Lake Tekapo and admire its "emerald blue" waters. In the afternoon, return to Christchurch for airport transfers; departing flights should be scheduled after 14:00.
Price Table
| Item | Price NZD |
|---|---|
| Adult | NZ$2280 |
| Child 4-12 sharing with one adult | NZ$2052 |
| Child 4-12 sharing with two adults | NZ$1824 |
| Child 2-4 | NZ$1596 |
| Infant under 2, no bed (seat only, no other services) | NZ$360 |
| Single supplement | NZ$300 |
Departure Dates
Departs every Sunday; no bookable dates at the moment — final dates are subject to the booking calendar or sales confirmation. Public holidays may incur a surcharge of NZ$300 per adult or child.
Included
- 4-4.5 star hotel accommodation with hotel breakfast.
- Meals listed in the itinerary (including Chinese group meals, the TSS farm BBQ and salmon buffet, etc.).
- All transport throughout the tour, with a Chinese-speaking driver-guide.
- First-entry attraction tickets and fees: the TSS Earnslaw, farm BBQ, Skyline Gondola and more.
Not Included
- Guide gratuities: NZ$6 per person per day is suggested.
- Airfares, visas, optional activities and personal expenses.
- Additional costs arising from circumstances beyond human control.
Notes
Tour conditions: the operator may adjust the itinerary for weather. No shopping stops are guaranteed. 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
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Departure info
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