walking in new zealand with new zealand trails - 11 and 13 day easy going active guided walking...

An active easy going walking tour of New Zealand’s beautiful South Island

What kind of tour is this?

•Fully guided 11 or 13 day tour starting in Christchurch, either ending in Queenstown or Christchurch again

•Guaranteed small groups (12 max)

•Includes guided one day walks on the Milford, Routeburn & Hollyford Tracks and in Mount Cook and Arthur’s Pass National Parks

•Iconic activities included: TranzAlpine, Nile River glowworm caves, glacier hiking, Fiordland helicopter flight and backcountry jetboat experience

•Overnight experiences in stunning remote spots: Arthur’s Pass, Punakaiki, Martins Bay & Nokomai Station

Who is this tour for?•You prefer a 4‐5 hour hike as opposed to a 10 hour epic mountain climb

•You prefer to sleep in 4 star comfort as opposed to a tent or crowded mountain hut

•Learning as much as possible about  the places you visit is important to you

•When travelling you like to have support and help both before you leave and while you’re away

•You love the idea of sharing a meal in a faraway place with new friends

Day 1: Walking in Castle Hill

Day 1: Arthur’s Pass Hiking

Day 2: TranzAlpine journey

Day 2: Punakaiki Beach

Day 2 – Sunset Campfire

Day 3: Underworld Adventure

Day 3: Underworld Adventure

Day 4: Okarito Lagoon Kayaking

Day 4: Okarito Lagoon Kayaking

Day 5: Fox Glacier Hiking

Day 5: Fox Glacier Hiking

Day 5: Mt Aspiring National Park

Day 6: Lake Wanaka Cruise

Day 6: Mou Waho Island Hiking

Day 6: Mou Waho Island Hiking

Day 7: Routeburn Track Hiking

Day 7: Routeburn Track Hiking

Day 8: Gibbston Valley Wineries

Day 8: Riverside Picnic

Day 9: Milford Sound

Day 9: Milford Track Hiking

Day 9: Milford to Martins Bay Heli

Day 9: Martins Bay hiking

Day 10: Hollyford River jetboat

Day 10: Hollyford Track hiking

Day 10: Hollyford Track hiking

Day 11: Tekapo night sky

Day 12: Mount Cook Hiking

Tour Highlights

• The best day hikes in NZ – Milford, Routeburn & Hollyford Tracks, Mt Cook and Arthur’s Pass.  Guided Glacier Hiking on Fox Glacier

• Underworld adventure in one of the most spectacular glowworm caves anywhere

• Lake Wanaka cruise and island bird sanctuary hiking 

• Eco kayaking on tranquil Okarito Lagoon 

• Martins Bay seal colony and (if we’re lucky) penguins and dolphins 

• Tekapo night sky and guided observatory tour 

• Overnight stays in stunning remote spots – Arthur’s Pass, Punakaiki, Martins Bay, Nokomai High Country Station, Milford Sound

• Memorable rail journey on the TranzAlpine

• Spectacular helicopter flight from Milford to Martins Bay

• Remote Fiordland jetboat experience on the Hollyford river and Lake Mckerrow

Guides•Head Guide Andrew has been guiding walking tours in the South Island since 1999

•For any groups over 10 people, two guides guaranteed

•Guides stay with group the entire duration, all activities are fully guided

•Department of Concession approved, audited safety plans

Accommodation•Four star standard where available

•Remote locations may be 3 star: Arthur’s Pass, Milford Sound

•Martins Bay lodge is in remote Fiordland but fully serviced and staffed - hot showers, a drying room and staff

Meals

•Most meals included (All breakfasts and lunches.  All dinners except 2 on the 11 day tour and 3 on the 13 day tour

•Breakfasts provided in our accommodation

•Lunches are either in cafes/restaurants en route or packed lunches to enjoy on our hikes.  Plenty of snack / energy foods provided

•Dinners are at our favorite local restaurants with a focus on regional produce and character

•Any special dietary requirements can be catered for

2013/2014 Dates and Prices

Departure Dates ex Christchurch:

11 November 2013, 9 December 2013, 13 & 27 January 2014, 10 & 25 February 2014, 10 March 2014

2013/2014 Season Price:

11 Days – NZ$5995 (twin or double share)Start Christchurch and end QueenstownSingle supplement NZ$650

13 Days – NZ$6895 (twin or double share)Start and end ChristchurchSingle supplement NZ$850

For more information:

New Zealand Trails69 Beach Road

Auckland

Phone: +64 9 972 3493

Skype: nztrails.com

Online: www.newzealandtrails.com

Email: info@newzealandtrails.com