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[3N4D · One-way] Christchurch ➔ Queenstown Shuttle

Mountains, lakes, and a Queenstown sunset — three nights is all it takes.

Christchurch → Queenstown 3-Night 4-Day 1 - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttle
Christchurch → Queenstown 3-Night 4-Day 2 - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttle
Christchurch → Queenstown 3-Night 4-Day 3 - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttle
Christchurch → Queenstown 3-Night 4-Day 4 - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttle
Christchurch → Queenstown 3-Night 4-Day 5 - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttle
Departs every Wednesday Full refund up to 14 days before Solo travellers welcome Board with your booking code

Upcoming Departures

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What's Included / Not Included

Included

  • Dedicated shuttle bus (12-seat minivan or 45-seat coach, allocated by booking volume)
  • Pickup from major accommodation areas in Christchurch CBD (exact spot sent the night before)
  • Scheduled stops and photo time at Tekapo, Mount Cook and Queenstown
  • 23kg checked luggage per person

Not Included

  • Accommodation (3 nights) — see "Book Your Stay" section below
  • Meals and personal expenses
  • Tour guide (shuttle only — no guide included)
  • Milford Sound cruise · Skyline Gondola (optional add-ons available)
  • Travel insurance, Queenstown airport transfer

Route Map

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Accommodation must be booked separately at each stop city. You can book directly from the \"Stay & Activities\" section below.

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DAY 1

Christchurch ➔ Lake Tekapo

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07:45 Meet08:00 Departure · 11:40 ArrivalTotal 3h 40m234 km
  • ├08:00–10:40Christchurch → Fairlie· Fairlie rest stop 20m
  • └11:00–11:40Fairlie → Tekapo· stops & free time
Christchurch CBD 07:30 meet · 08:00 depart ~3h 40min to Tekapo via Fairlie Arrive Tekapo 11:40 · free time until next morning Tekapo area accommodation (book separately)
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Lake Tekapo Church of the Good Shepherd 1 | DAY 1 Christchurch ➔ Lake Tekapo - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttleLake Tekapo Church of the Good Shepherd 2 | DAY 1 Christchurch ➔ Lake Tekapo - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttle
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DAY 2

Lake Tekapo ➔ Mount Cook ➔ Twizel

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07:45 Meet08:00 Departure · 17:00 ArrivalTotal 9h168 km
  • ├08:00–09:30Tekapo → Mount Cook· free time 6h 30m (lunch included)
  • └16:00–17:00Mount Cook → Twizel· stops & free time
Depart Lake Tekapo Lake Pukaki viewpoint Free trekking at Mount Cook Arrive Twizel 17:00 · free time until next morning Twizel area accommodation (book separately)
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Mount Cook (Aoraki) 1 | DAY 2 Lake Tekapo ➔ Mount Cook ➔ Twizel - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttleMount Cook (Aoraki) 2 | DAY 2 Lake Tekapo ➔ Mount Cook ➔ Twizel - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttle
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DAY 3

Twizel ➔ Queenstown

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07:45 Meet08:00 Departure · 12:30 ArrivalTotal 4h 30m210 km
  • ├08:00–10:00Twizel → Cromwell· Cromwell rest stop 20m
  • ├10:20–11:00Cromwell → Arrowtown· stops & free time 1h
  • └12:00–12:30Arrowtown → Queenstown· stops & free time
Depart Twizel Queenstown Arrival * View the Kawarau Bridge bungee platform (43m above the river) * Arrowtown, recreating the atmosphere of the 1800s Gold Rush era * Skyline Gondola · Optional Queenstown 12:30 Arrival · free time until 07:30 next day departure Queenstown area accommodation (book separately)
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Lake Wakatipu Queenstown 1 | DAY 3 Twizel ➔ Queenstown - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttleLake Wakatipu Queenstown 2 | DAY 3 Twizel ➔ Queenstown - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttle
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DAY 4

Queenstown ➔ Fiordland ➔ Milford Sound ➔ Queenstown (Return)

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07:15 Meet07:30 Departure · 19:40 ArrivalTotal 12h 10m578 km
  • ├07:30–09:50Queenstown → Te Anau· stops & rest stop 20m
  • ├09:50–12:50Te Anau → Milford Sound· Milford Sound Cruise
  • ⚠ Please book the 1:00 PM (13:00) departure cruise.
  • ├15:00–17:00Milford Sound → Te Anau· stops & rest stop 20m
  • └17:20–19:40Te Anau → Queenstown· stops & tour ends
Queenstown Departure Stop at Milford Sound via Fiordland National Park (free time) Return to Queenstown & End

If adverse weather conditions prevent access to Milford Sound, an alternative Queenstown area itinerary may be substituted.

Milford Sound 1 | DAY 4 Queenstown ➔ Fiordland ➔ Milford Sound ➔ Queenstown (Return) - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttleMilford Sound 2 | DAY 4 Queenstown ➔ Fiordland ➔ Milford Sound ➔ Queenstown (Return) - NZ Bus Trail South Island shuttle

Accommodation Booking & Activity Reservation Service

This package covers shuttle transport only. Book both accommodation and activities directly via the links below.

Accommodation at Each Stop

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Book Activities

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Milford Sound Cruise

⚠️ Please book the 1:00 PM (13:00) departure cruise. Booking a different departure time may prevent you from returning with the shuttle.

Skyline Gondola
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Meeting Point & Confirmation Process

1

Booking Confirmation Email

Your booking confirmation and booking code will be sent by email within 1 business day of payment. Simply show your booking code to the driver on departure day.

2

Pickup & Drop-off Info

We pick up from major accommodation areas within Christchurch CBD, and drop off in Queenstown at either the airport or CBD — whichever you select at booking. For both points, the exact location and time are sent individually via WhatsApp between 8–9pm the night before departure.

3

Board 30 Minutes Before Departure

Please arrive at the pickup point at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently Asked Questions

That's right — we only provide the shuttle transport. We link directly to Booking.com in the \"Stay & Activities\" section above so you can book everything in one place.

Cancel 14+ days before departure for a full refund, or 7–13 days before for a 50% refund. Cancellations within 7 days of departure are non-refundable. See our Cancellation and Refund Policy for details.

No, it's an optional add-on. You can spend Day 3 freely in Queenstown, or add the cruise as an option when booking.