[6N7D · Round Trip] Franz Josef Glacier · Wanaka · Queenstown
Ancient ice above, still lakes shimmering below.
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 · returns to the same point (exact spot sent the night before)
- Franz Josef·Wanaka·Queenstown·Milford Sound·Lake Tekapo stops
- 23kg checked luggage per person
- Comprehensive vehicle insurance
Not Included
- Accommodation (6 nights) — see "Book Your Stay" section below
- Meals and personal expenses
- Tour guide (shuttle only — no guide included)
- Optional activities (whale watching, heli-hike, bungee jumping, skydiving, etc.)
- Travel insurance
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.
Christchurch → Franz Josef
Book a Hotel for This DayCross Arthur's Pass to the glacier village of Franz Josef — a drive where the road itself is a masterpiece. Pause at Devil's Punchbowl Waterfall (131m drop) to soak in the crisp Southern Alps air.
Franz Josef (Free Day)
Book a Hotel for This DayWalk to the glacier viewpoint, or take a heli-hike (optional) to step directly onto permanent ice. Craft your own unique Māori-tradition Greenstone jewellery at a village workshop.
Franz Josef → Wanaka
Book a Hotel for This DayDiscover Lake Matheson's surreal mirror reflections and Wanaka's iconic #ThatWanakaTree. Standing before that lone tree at golden dusk, you'll instantly understand why travellers come from all over the world ..
Wanaka → Queenstown
Book a Hotel for This DayDrive from Wanaka to Queenstown, stopping at the world's first commercial bungee site — Kawarau Bridge. Watching the jumpers leap into the gorge is thrilling even from the sideline.
Queenstown (Free Day)
Book a Hotel for This DayBungee jumping · jet boating · skydiving (optional) — a full free day for any Queenstown adventure. End the day overlooking enjoy dinner overlooking Lake Wakatipu's glittering night lights.
Milford Sound Day Tour
Book a Hotel for This DayDepart at dawn for Milford Sound, the jewel of this journey. A 2-hour cruise between sheer cliffs and cascading waterfalls leaves you humbled by the raw scale of nature.
Queenstown → Christchurch (Lake Tekapo via)
Book a Hotel for This DayA beautiful return via Lake Tekapo to Christchurch. The Church of the Good Shepherd and kaki's turquoise waters perfectly ccomplete the 7-day journey.
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
Book Activities
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⚠️ Please book the 1:00 PM (13:00) departure cruise. Booking a different departure time may prevent you from returning with the shuttle.
Meeting Point & Confirmation Process
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.
Pickup & Final Return
We pick up from major accommodation areas within Christchurch CBD and return to the same point on Day 7. The exact location and time are sent via WhatsApp between 8–9pm the night before departure.
Board 30 Minutes Before Departure
Please arrive at the pickup point at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellations made 48 hours or more before departure get a full refund.
Departs Christchurch: Wednesdays & Sundays only
* For groups of 9+, please contact our support team.
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