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The South Island

Touring New Zealand’s South Island

The landscapes of New Zealand’s South Island are undoubtedly among the most varied in the world. Relax on golden beaches, swim in turquoise waters, paddle a kayak, explore the fjords by boat, set off on glacier hikes, walks and high-mountain tours, or discover islands that are still untouched.

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20 days
On this tour you discover New Zealand’s highlights independently, with a choice of different accommodation categories. Enjoy the opportunity to...
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These self-drive tours are perfect for independent travellers. We offer two different tours that combine beautifully and cover the highlights...
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New Zealand’s most beautiful kilometres

‘In the south of the South Island, the Routeburn Track covers 32 kilometres of the finest hiking trails – through rainforest, into the high mountains and along magnificent mountainsides. The scenery is breathtaking, and the nights in simple huts are unforgettable. The climb up Conical Hill is very strenuous and steep, but the view from the highest point ...’

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New Zealand

‘My first big trip took me straight to the other side of the world. I spent a wonderful, varied holiday in New Zealand with my sister. The beautiful scenery, the open-hearted people and the adventurous excursions on land and water appealed to me so much that, after returning home, I decided to study tourism, and today ...’

Martin Gallati
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Our customers’ favourite tours on the South Island

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11 days

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20 days

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YOUR TRAVEL SPECIALISTS FOR the South Island

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  • 3 Plan together
  • 4 Experience the South Island

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