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South Island Road Trip

New Zealand
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Each of New Zealand's islands deserves its own trip: South Island is for those who love mountains, glaciers, fiords, whales, penguins, steampunk, and wine

Experience highlights
  • Wake up to glacier views from your lakeside lodge
  • Share stories with local vintners in hidden valley wineries
  • Watch whales breach just meters from your kayak
  • Drive epic mountain passes with zero traffic

Who this is for
Perfect for adventurous couples and nature lovers who want dramatic landscapes without crowds

Why plan your journey with Alex:
Escape the limitations of standard tours:
– get a 100% personalized journey plan
– more flexibility while travelling: spend more time in places you like
– connect with wonderful local people

Recommended trip duration: 8-14 days
Budget from $3500 per person

Country: New Zealand

Difficulty Class: Easy

Travel Style: Road Trip

Travel Style: Adventure Honeymoon

Travel Style: Epic Walks

Travel Style: Family Adventure

Travel Style: Iconic Sight

Travel Style: Photography

Travel Style: Wild Life

Scenery: Mountains

Scenery: Lake

Scenery: Forest

Scenery: Canyon

Scenery: Gardens

Scenery: National Park

Scenery: Ocean

Scenery: Glaciers

Scenery: River

Scenery: Fjords

Scenery: Waterfalls

Activities: Walking

Activities: Wildlife watching

Activities: Driving

Activities: Kayaking / Canoeing

Activities: Horseback Riding

Activities: Photography

Activities: Cooking & Eating

Activities: Hiking

Activities: Stargazing

Activities: Wine tasting

Activities: Yachting