8DAYS 7NIGHTS SOUTHERN GLACIERS

Day 1 Brunei Singapore SQ 181- 1220/1430 connecting
Singapore Christchurch SQ 297- 1940/1030* (Meals on board)
Assemble 2½ hours at Brunei airport for your flight to Christchurch. Upon arrival at Christchurch Airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. (Self-drive passengers collect your rental car for your exclusive use until the end of the tour package.) Overnight at Camelot Cathedral Square Hotel
Day 2 Christchurch – Greymouth – West Coast Glaciers (450km)
One of the world's best scenic train journeys - The Tranz Alpine winds across spectacular gorges and river valleys, over the massive Southern Alps in Arthur's Pass National Park and through lush beech forest to Greymouth on the West Coast. Continue southwards by coach along the coast to reach Westland National Park and the glacier region. (Self-drive passengers travel over the Canterbury Plains over to Arthur's Pass and then en route to Westland National Park).Overnight at Scenic Circle Glacier Country Hotel
Day 3 West Coast Glaciers (B)
A full day at leisure to enjoy the magnificent glaciers. Climb on to the slow moving river of ice or take a scenic flight (optional) for a bird's eye view of this spectacular terrain. Overnight at Scenic Circle Glacier Country Hotel
Day 4 West Coast Glaciers - Queenstown (420 km) (B)
We depart this morning through the South Westland Heritage Park and across the rugged Haast Pass and Lake Wanaka. This afternoon's travel is through the Kawarau Gorge to reach Queenstown.
Overnight at Aspen on Queenstown Hotel.
Day 5 Queenstown
To day a cruise on the vintage ‘Old Lady” the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak High Country Farm for an excursion at the Colonel’s Homestead. When you board the boat’s return journey, join in the sing-a-long session for a memorable 40 minutes trip. (The ‘TSS Earnslaw’ is away on its annual service in June and July and therefore is replaced with other activity or activities that will be advised).Overnight at Aspen on Queenstown Hotel.
Day 6 Queenstown – Mt.Cook - Christchurch (600km)
This morning we travel over the Lindis Pass to reach Mt Cook around lunchtime. A rare opportunity to take an optional scenic flight to view Mt Cook's snow fields and glaciers. We continue through to Lake Tekapo and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. Overnight at Scenic Circle Glacier Country Hotel.
Day 7 Christchurch Singapore SQ 298 – 1150/1725 (Meals on Board)
Early this morning a tour on the ‘Hot Air Balloon’ is suggested if time permits.
Transfer to the airport is included for your departure flight. (Self-drive passengers return your car directly at the airport). Upon arrival, proceed to SIA counter for coach transfer to hotel of your choice. Overnight in Singapore at Allson Hotel or similar. (Please book your coach pick-up time for next day transfer)
Day 8 Singapore Brunei SQ 182 – 0900/1115 (Meals on board)
Prearranged early morning transfer to Changi International; Airport for flight departure to Brunei.
(Hand carry-7kg only. Liquids amount less then 75ml per bottle)
Notes:
- Flights shown are only a suggestion. Please enquire with our Travel Consultants.
- * denotes arrival next day.
- Ensure valid visa for New Zealand
- No refund for unused service.
- Self Drive- Other Car Types available upon request.
- Package rates base on standard rooms, Superior rooms available upon request.
- We strongly recommend purchasing of Travel Insurance before commencing on your holiday.
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