The South Island is home to much of New Zealand's iconic landscapes. From the incredible peaks of the Southern Alps, its crystal clear lakes, glaciers reaching into the rainforest, ice-carved fiords, golden sand beaches and much more. Our Self Drive tours are specifically designed to let you experience the amazing variety of activities and sights to see, along with the best local advice from our NZ Travel Specialists.
Experience the diverse beauty of New Zealand’s South Island on this unforgettable journey. Explore iconic destinations while staying in luxurious retreats, nestled in breathtaking landscapes and offering the perfect blend of comfort and adventure.
See the best of the lower South Island, allowing time to explore and truly appreciate all the magnificent sights that you encounter including a sensational overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound.
Experience the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand’s South Island, from the turquoise lakes and towering mountains to the rugged coastline and glaciers, with a scenic train ride on the iconic TranzAlpine to cap off your adventure.
An unforgettable South Island journey from Christchurch, with a glacier cruise at Mt. Cook, a scenic evening on Queenstown’s TSS Earnslaw, a coach-cruise-fly adventure through Milford Sound, a thrilling helicopter hike on the West Coast, and a scenic ride back on the TranzAlpine train.
Discover the South Island’s breathtaking landscapes on the Wilderness Encounter tour, featuring the iconic TranzAlpine train, Punakaiki’s Pancake Rocks, stunning glaciers, and the natural beauty of Wanaka, Queenstown, and Milford Sound.
Explore the South Island and experience its role in creating Peter Jackson's Middle Earth. Over 14 days explore a variety of landscapes from the films, including Beorn’s House, the Anduin River and the Misty Mountains.
Discover South Island's most hidden beauty with glacier flights, Abel Tasman cruises, and luxury lodges in breathtaking destinations.
Discover New Zealand’s South Island, from Fiordland and Aoraki National Park to a vineyard stay in award-winning Gibbston Valley.
Spend 9 days on a road trip full of South Island's highlights including awing mountains, pristine lakes and ancient forests.
See some of South Island's icons featuring stunning Mt. Cook, the Southern Alps, and turquoise alpine lakes. Visit Te Anau and the pristine Milford Sound, then enjoy Queenstown before concluding your journey through the West Coast Glaciers.