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Southern Spirit

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Southern Spirit
Join a tour which embodies the Southern Spirit. This unforgettable adventure blends rugged natural beauty with unique local experiences. Explore the untouched wilderness of Stewart Island and stay beachside at Punakaiki. Enjoy hands-on fun at Real Country, discover the dramatic Franz Josef Glacier, and unwind in sunny Nelson near Abel Tasman National Park. From Queenstown’s alpine adventure to a highlight dinner at Invercargill’s Transport World and Wellington’s scenic charm-this tour showcases the best of Aotearoa.


Dining Summary
  • 12 Breakfast (B)
  • 5 Dinner (D)
Fitness Requirement
  • Medium level of fitness required.
Flexible Holidays
  • New Zealand’s natural bounty is epic, as you’ll see in Nelson, the gateway to Abel Tasman National Park. The bounty also inspires talented chefs across Queenstown, Christchurch and Wellington.
Flight information
  • Day 1: Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Christchurch AirportDay 13: Flights to depart after 2.00pm from Wellington Airport Return Airport to Hotel transfers are not included in the tour price. Flights to and from your tour are not included in the tour price.
Iconic Sites
  • New Zealand’s cool little Capital, Wellington’s diversions range from cultural Nirvana at Te Papa to the beehive-like Parliament building.
Make Travel Matter
  • Lake Tekapo: The Real Country Farm Show offers an authentic taste of what real, rural New Zealand is like. For every guest we donate funds to The Fairlight Foundation, Advancing Women in Agriculture.
Natural Wonders
  • An island off an island, Stewart Island is wild, wide and wonderful. Some 97% is national parkland – prepare for epic animal encounters.
What to Bring
  • Comfortable walking shoes Warm layers Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat Water bottle Camera

Whats included
  • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Indoor Dark Sky & Astronomy Experience in Tekapo Privately Guided Tour of Transport World Invercargill Village and Bays Guided Tour Stewart Island MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Real Country Farm Experience See Franz Josef Glacier from a panoramic viewpoint View Punakaiki's Pancake Rocks from a scenic viewpoint Visit Nelson, gateway to Abel Tasman National Park Cruise the Cook Straight on the interisland ferry from Picton to Wellington View Church of the Good Shepherd in Tekapo
Interests
  • Eco & Sustainability
  • National Parks and Preserves
  • Rail Tours
  • Safari, Animals, and Wildlife
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A century ago, the Australian outback was but a twinkle in most travellers’ eyes. But thanks to visionaries like the Pyke family and Bill King, the way we explore the Land Down Under was about to change in unimaginable ways. Over the coming decades, maps were unfolded, desert cruisers and coaches were customised, and guides were trained. From humble beginnings, the company now known as AAT Kings was going places few had gone before, pioneering new paths across Australia and New Zealand

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A century ago, the Australian outback was but a twinkle in most travellers’ eyes. But thanks to visionaries like the Pyke family and Bill King, the way we explore the Land Down Under was about to change in unimaginable ways. Over the coming decades, maps were unfolded, desert cruisers and coaches were customised, and guides were trained. From humble beginnings, the company now known as AAT Kings was going places few had gone before, pioneering new paths across Australia and New Zealand and taking intrepid domestic and international travellers on a wild and wonderful ride.

We’ve spent the last century perfecting a Holy Grail of life-changing moments around Australia and across New Zealand – ones you likely never knew even existed, and that you won’t find in a guidebook or listed on any website. Our DNA has never changed – we are, and always have been pioneers committed to worry-free and sustainable travel, revealing these majestic countries in a way that you never imagined possible.

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Oct 02, 2025 through
Nov 27, 2025
Nov 23, 2025 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$4,419.00 (USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included, Various departures
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If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
Dec 11, 2025 through
Jan 22, 2026
Jan 18, 2026 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$5,625.00 (USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included, Various departures
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Charges not included in the price may include but are not limited to: airfare to and from the start of your trip; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
Jan 29, 2026 through
Feb 10, 2026
Jan 25, 2026 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$4,679.00 (USD)
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Charges not included in the price may include but are not limited to: airfare to and from the start of your trip; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
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Oct 02, 2025 through
Nov 27, 2025
Nov 23, 2025 7:00 PM
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8763295
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Charges not included in the price may include but are not limited to: airfare to and from the start of your trip; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
Dec 11, 2025 through
Jan 22, 2026
Jan 18, 2026 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$5,625.00 (USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included, Various departures
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Charges not included in the price may include but are not limited to: airfare to and from the start of your trip; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
Jan 29, 2026 through
Feb 10, 2026
Jan 25, 2026 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$4,679.00 (USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included
Contact Us
Terms & Disclaimers
8902414
Terms and Disclaimers
Charges not included in the price may include but are not limited to: airfare to and from the start of your trip; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
Feb 05, 2026 through
Feb 17, 2026
Feb 1, 2026 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$5,355.00 (USD)
Per Person
Please Call, Airfare not included
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Charges not included in the price may include but are not limited to: airfare to and from the start of your trip; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
Feb 12, 2026 through
Feb 24, 2026
Feb 8, 2026 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$5,625.00 (USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included
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Charges not included in the price may include but are not limited to: airfare to and from the start of your trip; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
Feb 19, 2026 through
Mar 03, 2026
Feb 15, 2026 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$4,820.00 (USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included
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Charges not included in the price may include but are not limited to: airfare to and from the start of your trip; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
Mar 05, 2026 through
Mar 17, 2026
Mar 1, 2026 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$5,625.00 (USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included
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If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
Mar 19, 2026 through
Mar 31, 2026
Mar 15, 2026 7:00 PM
12 Nights from
$4,820.00 (USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included
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Charges not included in the price may include but are not limited to: airfare to and from the start of your trip; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
If you are interested in an offer, please click on Contact Us . This will open a "Trip Request" that will allow you to send your request to us. We will be able to confirm availability and make further recommendations.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.
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Itinerary

Day Destination
1 Welcome to Christchurch
2 Christchurch - Omarama
3 Omarama - Dunedin
4 Dunedin - Invercargill
5 Stewart Island Sightseeing
6 Invercargill - Queenstown
7 Queenstown Free Time
8 Queenstown - Franz Josef/Waiau
9 Franz Josef - Punakaiki
10 Punakaiki - Nelson
11 Nelson
12 Nelson - Wellington
13 Farewell from Wellington
Detailed Itinerary
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