SOLO TOUR: Explore New Zealand's South Island in VIP luxury with a small group of solo travellers!

Your fare excludes:

Day 1 - Welcome To Christchurch

‘Haere Mai’ … Welcome to New Zealand.

Now you can relax - you are officially on holiday. Everything has been taken care of, we will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation. This evening, meet your travelling companions for a pre-dinner drink followed by a welcome dinner.

Day 2 - International Antarctic Centre & City Tour

This morning, visit the International Antarctic Centre, designed to provide an informative account of life in Antarctica. Feel the chill of the Antarctic storm room, take a ride on the Hagglund all-terrain vehicle, see the little blue penguins and be astonished within the immersive 4D theatre.

This is followed by a city tour of Christchurch. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure to explore further.

Day 3 - TranzAlpine Train - Franz Josef Glacier

This morning, board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel over massive viaducts, river valleys and spectacular gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass, located in the centre of the Southern Alps.

Board your Ultimate Coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenston,e before continuing to the township of Franz Josef, where time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers.

Day 4- Franz Josef - Queenstown

See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south along the West Coast. Continue via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty, before arriving in picturesque Queenstown, a year-round resort situated on the shores of magical Lake Wakatipu. This evening is free, and you may choose to dine out at one of the many fine restaurants.

Day 5 - Day of Leisure & TSS Earnslaw Evening Cruise

Today is a free day for you to explore Queenstown with many optional activities available. You may wish to enjoy the thrill of a jet boat ride or a heritage tour of the scenic Skippers Canyon. This evening, board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious gourmet barbecue dinner featuring a menu of seasonal, fresh and locally sourced food at the Colonel’s Homestead. After dinner, enjoy a short farm tour, then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing-along by the piano as you cruise back to Queenstown.

Day 6 - Queenstown - Te Anau

Enjoy a leisurely start this morning before travelling to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village, where you visit the Lakes District Museum. This innovative museum is heavily involved in the protection of the historic buildings scattered around town.

Continue to Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland. This afternoon, you may like to visit the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves (optional).

Day 7 - Magnificent Milford Sound Cruise

The Road to Milford is one of New Zealand’s most scenic drives. The first part is relatively mild farmland, then you’ll ease into beech forest near the entrance to the Fiordland National Park. Look for the Avenue of the Disappearing Mountain and the Mirror Lakes. The rough-hewn Homer Tunnel brings you into Milford Sound, an amazing 22 km-long fiord dominated by Mitre Peak. A cruise on Milford Sound will be an essential component of your time in Fiordland. Tall waterfalls, vertical rock faces and seals are some of the things you’ll remember. This afternoon return to Te Anau where some free time in available.

You might like to cap off your Fiordland experience by watching the breathtaking film, Ata Whenua - Shadowland, which screens at the Fiordland Cinema (optional).

Day 8 - Te Anau - Dunedin & Larnach Castle

Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin, known as the ‘Edinburgh of the South’ and enjoy a city tour. Travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle, and hear the tragic and scandalous stories on a guided tour. There is time to wander around this Garden of International Significance, followed by an Ultimate High Tea served in the Grand Ballroom.

Day 9 - Dunedin - Mt Cook National Park

Farewell, Dunedin and travel to Oamaru, famous for its limestone. Follow the Waitaki River and see Lake Benmore as you travel to Mt Cook, New Zealand's highest peak.

Day 10 - Mt Cook - Christchurch 

This morning, marvel at Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. The opportunity is available to

enjoy a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the Southern Alps. Continue to Lake Tekapo and view the brilliant turquoise water, the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue before arriving in Christchurch. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner including selected beverages with your newfound friends.

Day 11 - Homeward Bound

"Haere rā" Goodbye! and Bon Voyage!

We know you enjoyed the '11 Day Ultimate SOLO Travellers Tour' and our promise to you is to make your travels through New Zealand as hassle-free and hospitable as possible - ensuring that today you leave with plenty of photos and huge smiles on your faces when recalling your time in New Zealand! Have a great homeward journey, farewell, and hope to see you again soon.

Departure Dates: 21 Sep 2025 / 7 Jan 2026

• Twin Share - from $7,595 per person
• Single room - from $9,999 per person

Call our local travel team on 1300 414 198 for flight info and to book your seat!

Your holiday includes 10 nights in 4 star hotel accommodation:

• Distinction Christchurch Hotel 
• Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Douglas Wing)
• Mercure Queenstown Resort (Lake View Room) 
• Distinction Luxmore Hotel Lake Te Anau (Deluxe Room)
• Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
• Distinction Mackenzie Country