A Grand Tour: Top to Toe South Island 14 Day Tour Options

One attraction here is the Pancake Rocks, although it's appeal is somewhat dependent on the interaction of tides and sea surges.  The West Coast Tree Top Walkway 20m above the ground…

Nestled in the beautiful Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, The Hermitage Hotel is the perfect base, home to a selection of restaurants and bars as well as a range of activities to allow you…

Showcasing breathtaking panoramic lake and alpine views, The Rees Hotel Queenstown is a sophisticated five star hotel situated right on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, just a gentle walk to…

Secluded and romantic, boutique but quirky, The Arrow Private Hotel provides Arrowtown boutique accommodation which is distinctive, stylish and which offers a few pleasant surprises.

The adventurous amongst you can book ice hikes or heli hikes.....or just take scenic flights to take in the views like no other. Whether you've got cold or not, there…

Regularly the sunniest place in New Zealand and voted the 3rd most charming small town in the world by TripAdvisor. Even Gandalf called it a perfect paradise. Once folks find…

Sofitel Queenstown Hotel and Spa offers a refined 5-star experience in the heart of Queenstown - the French art de vivre amidst the pure dramatic grandeur of New Zealand

The largest and most vibrant city in the South Island, its international airport and central location makes a great starting place for our tours. Video tour punting on the river,…

Scenic 4 star Hotel Franz Josef Glacier sits at the edge of the Westland World Heritage Park, and is just moments from one of New Zealand’s most spectacular natural attractions,…

Plenty of options to take a punt on the river, indulge in some serious shopping, wander museums and art galleries, or chill out (literally in one exhibit!) at the Antarctic…

Blenheim provides many and varied opportunities for wine tasting tours, (alternative transport provided!), cruises on the Marlborough Sounds, or just visiting gardens and the vicinity as you desire.  

Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel is designed to provide a tranquil, resort-like stay. The 5-acre property – boasting a moat, a vineyard and a…

Sometimes we may overnight around Lake Wanaka, sometimes at the quaint tree lined avenues of Arrowtown, but both reside in the glorious Wakatipu region of central Otago.

Small but perfectly formed it makes a lovely stop off. Relax in the natural thermal mineral, sulphur and freshwater pools with beauty treatments and massages on site for some serious…

This charming European styled boutique hotel combines both bed & breakfast with genuine New Zealand hospitality. Superbly situated in a quiet, central Queenstown location just three minutes walk to the…

Chateau Marlborough offers luxury 5 star Blenheim hotel accommodation in the heart of one of New Zealand's most famous wine regions. Rated in the top ten hotels to stay in…

Experience the sophistication of Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel, a haven of stylish 5 star accommodation for all seasons. A boutique hotel with a modern romantic style and exclusive service awaits…

The WoW Museum lives up to it's name - an eclectic combination of classic cars and kooky yet captivating wearable art it's not to be missed. Plus Nelson offers excellent…

Another gorgeous lakeside setting, Te Anau is the gateway to the Fiordland National Park. 

A characterful and charming hotel in it's own unique setting, overlooking the quiet tidal estuary at Monaco yet only 5 minutes drive from Nelson CBD.  

Choose from Millbrook Resort, The Hills, Kelvin Hills and Jacks Point all stunning courses that blend beautifully with the dramatic local scenery.....it's very hard to stay focused on that minuscule…

Sedate, stately and steam powered - the TTS Earnslaw takes you out round the lake and the Kingston Flyer takes you out round the hills. Both have tea on board…

Well appointed hotel set in delightful surroundings in the heart of Hanmer Springs, within walking distance to all Hanmer has to offer.....including those hot springs, open late into the evening.

Here you have the benefits of a hotel, together with the personal service of a boutique bed and breakfast. Built in 1861, Eliza's historic B&B was for much of its…

It doesn't get much more dreamily desirable than this.....charter a yacht exclusively with Gourmet Sailing, and be surrounded by glorious crystal blue seas and stunning mountain vistas. Overnight accommodation is…

Distinction Fox Glacier Te Weheka Hotel is your ideal luxury hotel accommodation in Fox Glacier village - a charming township in the beautiful alpine West Coast region of New Zealand's…

A small but very delectably formed lunch stop overlooking a picturesque estuary, with boutique eateries and shops. 

Kaiteriteri is the gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park which can be accessed by water taxi to enjoy some beautiful beach and bush walks. There's also kayaking, coffee cruises…

Spectacular lake and mountain views from every suite in this peaceful lakeside hotel. Featuring its own pebbled beach and jetty, close to ski fields and vineyards and bordering the Queenstown Trail,…

Anyone for golf? Ideal for the landlubbers, how about playing on a course with these sorts of views from the greens of Tasman Bay Golf Club...

Hotel D'Urville offers luxury boutique hotel accommodation in the heart of one of New Zealand's most famous wine regions. 

Country atmosphere, city convenience - a perfect balance. Cycling & hiking trails lead directly from this luxury Queenstown bed and breakfast to vineyards, winery restaurants & lakeside Only 15 minutes…

Relax in one of our fourteen spacious,  warm and luxuriously appointed 5 star motel apartments, super king & king beds in all units, all with views of Lake Te Anau…

Marlborough Vintners Hotel which offers the highest standard in luxury accommodation in a peaceful and picturesque vineyard setting. This 5 Star Hotel has a well-earned reputation for style and sophistication…

This iconic hotel has just won the World Luxury Hotel 2016 award in the Historical Hotel category for the Australasia and Oceania region. A night’s stay in this opulent Italian…

Meandering is a great one here - plenty of opportunities with boutique shops and historical buildings, (you can even pan for gold), taking in ArtHouse movies at Dorothy Browns Cinema…

Watch life at one of the worlds favourate playgrounds play out....

An iconic destination on any road trip. New Zealands tallest mountain defines the majestic Southern Alps. Burkes Pass brings us into Lake Tekapo just beforehand, with the almost equally iconic Church…

This is an exceptional part of the world, to be enjoyed more deservingly from the comfort of your outstanding bed and breakfast accommodation at Westwood Lodge, in the heart of…

All sorts from energetic hikes to scenic flights, or for those who like to look even higher for their inspiration, you're in an International Dark Sky Reserve. The star gazing…

Come and experience our private boutique hotel, where you can come home to relax, unwind and share your wonderful travelling experiences, whilst right in the heart of Queenstown (less than…

Two hours apart and both fairly small towns, they both make great use of water & hills and encompass just about my favourate drive in the whole of New Zealand,…

Wine, dine and recline. With the legendary Queen Charlotte walking track, more vineyards than you can shake a vat of grapevine sticks at, and the Marlborough Sounds, a marvelous maze of inlets,…

There's golf - even the club manager still gets distracted with the views apparently....! There's also a fantastic National Transport & Toy Museum and the eclectic sofa clad Cinema Paradiso.

Distinction Te Anau Hotel and Villas offers chic, elegant accommodation for the perfect Fiordland getaway. Surrounded by extensive, colourful gardens and overlooking spectacular Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland ranges,…

The main reason we overnight in Te Anau is for the Milford Sound cruises just 2 hours away - along one of the best alpine drives in the world. Leave early…

A luxury resort located on 500 acres of stunning countryside with a golf course....

Whale watching is the thing to do in Kaikoura, and most trips have a pretty high success rate of spotting them.

The Gondola has the steepest ascent in the Southern Hemisphere but boy is it worth it for the views. And for those of you who always fancied yourself as James…

Situated on New Zealand's wild West Coast, 30 minutes north of Greymouth and 300m south of the famous Pancakes Rocks and Blowholes, the Resort is surrounded by the Paparoa National…

Rated as one of the top drives in New Zealand to get here, it's a small but dramatic stop off on our way to the Top of The South.

Why not start or finish at Melrose Historic House and Gardens, which occupying a prime position in the Nelson 'Dress Circle' at Brougham St, offers elegant dining and superb high…

Where do we start? There's the obvious adventure stuff Queenstown is known for where you can throw yourself off things (bungee jumping) or have something else feel like it's going…

It's rare you can get this up close and personal with glaciers anywhere else in the world...but you don't have to don ice boots and crampons to take in their…