8 Day South Island Highlights

New Zealand Coach Travel

Start in Christchurch, travel to Dunedin, then continue to Queenstown with time to explore before a full day Milford Sound coach and cruise tour with lunch included. Next, journey up the spectacular West Coast through Franz Josef glacier country, then finish with the iconic TranzAlpine Scenic Train from Greymouth to Christchurch, one of New Zealand’s most famous rail experiences. With daily departures and the option to customise, this is a seamless way to see Dunedin, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, the West Coast, and the Southern Alps in one memorable loop.

Operated by Intercity & Gray Line

(Christchurch to Christchurch - can be modified)

STYLE: Independent Coach

COACH: NZ Transport Network

COACH FEATURES: Modern Vehicle, Free Wifi

ACCOMMODATION: 3-4 Star (upgrades available)

ACTIVITIES: 8+ Included - Read Below

CUSTOMISABLE: YES - Personalise Your Trip

FROM: $4680 NZD Per Person, Twin Share OR Private/ solo

DAILY: $585 NZD Per Person Daily

DEPARTS DAILY

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Semi-Guided Coach Trip

“What does semi-guided mean?”

Semi-guided means you are not tied to a big coach group every day.
Your long-distance travel is booked on trusted scheduled coach services, and we pair that with included day tours, cruises, rail, and private transfers where it matters. You get the freedom of an independent trip, without the stress of planning and booking it yourself.

Read the full itinerary below

Included within this package Accommodation for 7 nights staying in Motels (upgrades available).
- Included activity: Private Transfer Christchurch International Airport to Christchurch Accommodation
- Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App
- Included activity: Private transfer accommodation to Intercity stop Lichfield St
- Included activity: Christchurch to Dunedin by InterCity Coach
- Included activity: Dunedin Coach Stop to Accommodation Transfer with Iconic
- Included activity: Dunedin Accommodation to Coach Stop Transfer with Iconic
- Included activity: Dunedin to Queenstown by InterCity Coach
- Included activity: Taxi Transfer from Intercity Coach Stop to Queenstown Accommodation
- Included activity: Milford Sound Cruise and Coach Tour from Queenstown with RealNZ - Lunch Included
- Included activity: Queenstown to Franz Josef with Glacier Shuttles
- Included activity: Glacier Valley Shuttle
- Included activity: Franz Josef to Greymouth Train Station with Hokitika Scenic Tours
- Included activity: TranzAlpine Scenic Train: Greymouth to Christchurch
- Included activity: Shared Transfer from Christchurch Train Station to Christchurch CBD Accommodation with Christchurch Touring Company
- Included activity: Private Transfer from Christchurch Accommodation to Christchurch Airport with Christchurch Touring Company

Enquire Today; 8 Day South Island Highlights, Semi-Guided

Our local NZ Coach Specialists can help you select the right tour and create a seamless travel solution. Follow the steps below.

Step 1. Enquire by filling out our form below with a few more details about your touring plans and duration.
Step 2. Our coach tour experts will be in touch to discuss options and ideas with you.
Step 3. We will create your perfect New Zealand coach tour itinerary and discuss each destination and any questions you may have.
Step 4. Once you are happy with everything, we can take a small deposit and you can get excited to travel our backyard knowing that everything is arranged. You will have our 24/7 support when visiting New Zealand.

Semi-Guided Coach Trip