Soak up the atmosphere in vibrant Christchurch and take a day trip to Arthurs Pass on the TranzAlpine Express Train
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See the towering peaks of Mount Cook, the sparkling blue waters of Lake Tekapo, and Abel Tasman National Park’s beaches
Head to Te Anau and explore the mountains, valleys, lakes and waterfalls of Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound fiord
Take a scenic helicopter flight over the Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier, stopping to soak in the glacier hot pools
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A New Zealand South Island holiday lets you see more of this spectacular area. Why not fly drive New Zealand South Island and explore the top sights? Get inspired by our selection of popular itineraries.

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“Take a water taxi to and from Golden Bay on Stewart Island over to Ulva Island, where there are lots of birds and wildlife, as there are no predators. You can swim with dolphins in Akaroa, see whales out in the open water or seal swim in Kaikoura.”

“One of the most memorable experiences in Queenstown is ‘Picnic on a Peak’. Your own personal pilot will take you to a secluded spot high on the mountain by helicopter, for spectacular views. You can have a champagne picnic there and admire the view before the pilot picks you up and brings you back to base.”
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