Signature South Island for Solo Travellers
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From
$8,439*
per solo traveller
No travel partner? No worries. Travelling solo does not mean you have to travel alone. Share authentic travel experiences with like-minded people from all over the world. This itinerary has been specifically designed for those who choose to travel solo, or have no travel partner, but enjoy the company and convenience of group travel. Sit back and relax, knowing the hassle of overlooking hidden locations or taking a wrong turn is removed and enjoy a Guaranteed Single Room.
Travel in Premium Economy Comfort on the Signature Mid-Size Group Touring coach with a maximum of 32 travellers, fully escorted.
Since 1996, Grand Pacific Tours, the New Zealand Coach Holiday Specialist has been indulging travellers from all over the world with the holiday of a lifetime.
Select an itinerary from Grand Pacific Tours extensive product range to suit your desired holiday duration and one of the 145+ guaranteed departure dates. It's all about choice!
Enjoy coach holidays that offer travellers peace of mind with everything being taken care of. Enjoy the camaraderie and make new friends with like-minded travellers as you explore the wonder that is New Zealand.
Day 1 - Arrive Christchurch
On arrival into Christchurch, you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. This evening enjoy a complimentary pre-dinner drink when you meet your Tour Leader and travelling companions for dinner.
Stay: Distinction Christchurch Hotel (2 nights)
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - Christchurch
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.
Stay: Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 - Christchurch - Arthur’s Pass - Franz Josef
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 coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone before continuing to Franz Josef where time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers.
Stay: Hotel Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Douglas Wing)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 - Franz Josef - Queenstown
See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south into picturesque Queenstown. This evening is free to dine at leisure.
Stay: Hotel Mercure Queenstown Resort (Lake View Room) (2 nights)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 - Queenstown (Free Day)
Today is a free day to explore Queenstown. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise to Walter Peak Station to enjoy a delicious gourmet barbecue dinner. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along.
Stay: Hotel Mercure Queenstown Resort (Lake View Room)
Meals: Breakfast, Special Dinner
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. Today you may like to visit the Te Anau Glowworm Caves (optional).
Stay: Hotel Distinction Luxmore Hotel Lake Te Anau (Deluxe Rm) (2 nights)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Te Anau
Depart Te Anau for a fascinating drive to Milford Sound where you board your launch for a cruise on this magnificent fiord. See the spectacular Bowen Falls and towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy lunch onboard. This afternoon return to Te Anau where some free time is 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).
Stay: Hotel Distinction Luxmore Hotel Lake Te Anau (Deluxe Rm)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Te Anau - Dunedin
Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin for a city tour then travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle for a guided tour followed by Devonshire Tea.
Stay: Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 - Dunedin - Mt Cook - Twizel
Travel to Oamaru famous for its limestone, then follow the Waitaki River and see Lake Benmore as you continue to 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. Travel to Twizel for your overnight stay.
Stay: Hotel Distinction Mackenzie Country
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 - Twizel - Christchurch
Continue to Lake Tekapo, view the brilliant turquoise water, the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue before arriving in Christchurch. This evening enjoy a pre-dinner drink with your new friends at the farewell dinner.
Stay: Hotel Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Special Dinner
Day 11 - Depart Christchurch
Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.
Meals: Breakfast
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*Itinerary is subject to change.
Depart | Return | Solo | Departure type |
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21 February 2025 | 3 March 2025 |
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*Advertised price based on per person guaranteed single room. Price valid ex ADL (economy class) and includes pre-paid taxes (subject to change). Pre and post-accommodation options available, enquire within! Pricing is correct as of 23 April 2024.
* Conditions Apply. Prices are based on per person ex Adelaide (economy class) and include pre paid taxes (subject to change). Save $175 per person on 21 Feb 2025 departure. SOLO Travellers Tour includes a guaranteed single room. Maximum savings are included in the advertised price. Prices correct as of 23 April 2024.
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