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Looking for a guided tour with some of the best walking in New Zealand? New Zealand Trails offer fully guided small group tours of New Zealand's beautiful South Island - including day walks on the Milford Track, Routeburn Track, Hollyford Track and in Arthur's Pass and Mount Cook National Parks. www.newzealandtrails.com
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An active easy going walking tour of New Zealand’s beautiful South Island
What kind of tour is this?
•Fully guided 11 or 13 day tour starting in Christchurch, either ending in Queenstown or Christchurch again
•Guaranteed small groups (12 max)
•Includes guided one day walks on the Milford, Routeburn & Hollyford Tracks and in Mount Cook and Arthur’s Pass National Parks
•Iconic activities included: TranzAlpine, Nile River glowworm caves, glacier hiking, Fiordland helicopter flight and backcountry jetboat experience
•Overnight experiences in stunning remote spots: Arthur’s Pass, Punakaiki, Martins Bay & Nokomai Station
Who is this tour for?•You prefer a 4‐5 hour hike as opposed to a 10 hour epic mountain climb
•You prefer to sleep in 4 star comfort as opposed to a tent or crowded mountain hut
•Learning as much as possible about the places you visit is important to you
•When travelling you like to have support and help both before you leave and while you’re away
•You love the idea of sharing a meal in a faraway place with new friends
Day 1: Walking in Castle Hill
Day 1: Arthur’s Pass Hiking
Day 2: TranzAlpine journey
Day 2: Punakaiki Beach
Day 2 – Sunset Campfire
Day 3: Underworld Adventure
Day 3: Underworld Adventure
Day 4: Okarito Lagoon Kayaking
Day 4: Okarito Lagoon Kayaking
Day 5: Fox Glacier Hiking
Day 5: Fox Glacier Hiking
Day 5: Mt Aspiring National Park
Day 6: Lake Wanaka Cruise
Day 6: Mou Waho Island Hiking
Day 6: Mou Waho Island Hiking
Day 7: Routeburn Track Hiking
Day 7: Routeburn Track Hiking
Day 8: Gibbston Valley Wineries
Day 8: Riverside Picnic
Day 9: Milford Sound
Day 9: Milford Track Hiking
Day 9: Milford to Martins Bay Heli
Day 9: Martins Bay hiking
Day 10: Hollyford River jetboat
Day 10: Hollyford Track hiking
Day 10: Hollyford Track hiking
Day 11: Tekapo night sky
Day 12: Mount Cook Hiking
Tour Highlights
• The best day hikes in NZ – Milford, Routeburn & Hollyford Tracks, Mt Cook and Arthur’s Pass. Guided Glacier Hiking on Fox Glacier
• Underworld adventure in one of the most spectacular glowworm caves anywhere
• Lake Wanaka cruise and island bird sanctuary hiking
• Eco kayaking on tranquil Okarito Lagoon
• Martins Bay seal colony and (if we’re lucky) penguins and dolphins
• Tekapo night sky and guided observatory tour
• Overnight stays in stunning remote spots – Arthur’s Pass, Punakaiki, Martins Bay, Nokomai High Country Station, Milford Sound
• Memorable rail journey on the TranzAlpine
• Spectacular helicopter flight from Milford to Martins Bay
• Remote Fiordland jetboat experience on the Hollyford river and Lake Mckerrow
Guides•Head Guide Andrew has been guiding walking tours in the South Island since 1999
•For any groups over 10 people, two guides guaranteed
•Guides stay with group the entire duration, all activities are fully guided
•Department of Concession approved, audited safety plans
Accommodation•Four star standard where available
•Remote locations may be 3 star: Arthur’s Pass, Milford Sound
•Martins Bay lodge is in remote Fiordland but fully serviced and staffed - hot showers, a drying room and staff
Meals
•Most meals included (All breakfasts and lunches. All dinners except 2 on the 11 day tour and 3 on the 13 day tour
•Breakfasts provided in our accommodation
•Lunches are either in cafes/restaurants en route or packed lunches to enjoy on our hikes. Plenty of snack / energy foods provided
•Dinners are at our favorite local restaurants with a focus on regional produce and character
•Any special dietary requirements can be catered for
2013/2014 Dates and Prices
Departure Dates ex Christchurch:
11 November 2013, 9 December 2013, 13 & 27 January 2014, 10 & 25 February 2014, 10 March 2014
2013/2014 Season Price:
11 Days – NZ$5995 (twin or double share)Start Christchurch and end QueenstownSingle supplement NZ$650
13 Days – NZ$6895 (twin or double share)Start and end ChristchurchSingle supplement NZ$850
For more information:
New Zealand Trails69 Beach Road
Auckland
Phone: +64 9 972 3493
Skype: nztrails.com
Online: www.newzealandtrails.com
Email: [email protected]