Stunning mountain ranges, rugged coastal beaches and the awe-inspiring beauty of Fiordland National Park combine to create a truly southern experience. Visit Christchurch, Dunedin, Milford Sound, Wanaka, Queenstown and Fox Glacier.
Includes:10 nights accommodation, 10 days rental car (CDMR), Monarch Wildlife Cruise, Natures Wonders Eco Experience, Milford Sound Scenic Cruise, Fox Glacier Terminal Face Walk, Tranz Alpine Train Journey, 3 day Warbirds Over Wanaka 2010 General Admission Pass.
Wanaka: NZ$2275 per person twin share / Queenstown: NZ$2386 per person twin share
 Sunday 28 March 2010 - Arrive Christchurch
Arrive Christchurch. Upon arrival collect your Budget rental vehicle and then just a short drive to the city centre to check into your accommodation. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city.
Overnight accommodation is at Heritage Hotel, Christchurch
 Monday 29 March 2010 - Christchurch/Dunedin
Head south on SH1 this morning firstly through the Canterbury Plains then pass through the rural coastal towns of Ashburton, Timaru and then into Oamaru, which is homne to magnificent Victorian Heritage buildings. Continue south over the rolling hills of Otago before arriving into Dunedin, known as the Edinburgh of the South with rich Scottish History and lively student population.
Overnight accommodation is at Scenic Circle Dunedin City Hotel
 Tuesday 30 March 2010 - Dunedin
Today is a full day to relax and enjoy Dunedin. This morning join Monarch Wildlife Cruises for a cruise the length of the harbour out to Taiaroa Heads to view the Royal Albatross colony, the only mainland-breeding site in New Zealand. Then it's off to Natures Wonders for a remarkable Agro all terrain vehicle ride with stunning views of the Otago landscapes, see Seals and Penguins on this private farm.
Overnight accommodation is at Scenic Circle Dunedin City Hotel.
 Wednesday 31 March 2010 - Dunedin/Te Anau
This morning travel south from Dunedin through Balclutha towards Gore before turning inland for Te Anau. Cross rolling farming country before reaching the gateway to the Fiordland National Park and your overnight stop in Te Anau.
Thursday 1 April 2010 - Te Anau/Queenstown or Wanaka
An early start to get into Milford Sound to meet the 11am launch for a cruise the length of Milford Sound out to the edge of the Tasman Sea, cruise beside the magnificient Mitre Peak and get up close to Lady Bowen Falls on your return to Milford Wharf. After your cruise a very scenic drive through to Queenstown or Wanaka.
Upon arrival check into your accommodation for the next four nights at either Mercure Grand Oakridge Resort Wanaka or Grand Mercure St Moritz Queenstown.
Friday 2 April 2010 - Warbirds Over Wanaka Air Show
 This morning Warbirds over Wanaka 2010 kicks off with the Aviation Trade Display and Warbirds practice day, see the pilots prepare for the next two days of aerial displays.
Saturday 3 April 2010 - Warbirds Over Wanaka Air Show
Warbirds over Wanaka Airshow begins today with flying starting at 10:00am and is non-stop throughout the day. Civil aircraft, Helicopters, Warbirds, RNZAF, Trade displays, Military Vehicles, Vintage Machinery, Classic Fire Engines and much more.
Sunday 4 April 2010 - Warbirds Over Wanaka Air Show
Warbirds over Wanaka Airshow main day two, with flying starting at 10:00am and is non-stop throughout the day. Civil aircraft, Helicopters, Warbirds, RNZAF, Trade displays, Military Vehicles, Vintage Machinery, Classic Fire Engines and much more.
 Monday 5 April 2010 - Queenstown or Wanaka/Fox Glacier
An early start this morning on this spectacular journey to the West Coast of the South Island. See beautiful lakes, alpine passes and rugged coastal beaches on your way to Fox Glacier. This afternoon enjoy the 2-hour Terminal Face Walk to get close to the glacier and learn about why this glacier is truly remarkable.
Overnight accommodation is at Sunset Motel, Fox Glacier.
Tuesday 6 April 2010 - Fox Glacier/Christchurch
This morning we suggest taking a glacier helicopter flight to land up high on the top of the glacier for views of Mt Coook and out to the Tasman Sea before continuing your journey along the West Coast through the township of Franz Josef onto Greymouth where you return your Budget car at the train station. Join the world famous Tranz Alpine train journey this afternoon for a very diverse train journey to Christchurch through the heart of the Southern Alps.
You will be transferred on arrival to your accommodation at Heritage Hotel Christchurch.
Wednesday 7 April 2010 - Depart Christchurch
Depart Christchurch for your onward travel arrangements.
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