Southern Highlights – 3 Days / 2 Nights

Experience the very best of New Zealand’s deep south on this unforgettable small-group tour. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury 15-seater coach with hotel pick-up and drop-off in Queenstown, and stay in premium Distinction Hotels throughout your journey.

From the historic towns of Central Otago to the wild Catlins Coast, and the towering peaks of Milford Sound, this tour is packed with breathtaking scenery and unique experiences.

Tour Highlights

• Scenic Taieri Gorge Train journey from Central Otago to Dunedin
• Explore the Catlins Coast – Nugget Point Lighthouse, Purakaunui Falls, Curio Bay
• Cruise the majestic Milford Sound with lunch included

Itinerary

Day 1 – Queenstown to Dunedin via Taieri Gorge

Hotel pick-up in Queenstown, travel through Central Otago with stops in Clyde and St Bathans, then board the spectacular Taieri Gorge Train (ticket included).

Overnight: Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Day 2 – Dunedin to Te Anau via the Catlins

Travel the stunning Catlins Coast, visiting Nugget Point Lighthouse, Purakaunui Falls, and Curio Bay before arriving in Te Anau

Overnight: Distinction Te Anau Hotel

Day 3 – Te Anau to Queenstown via Milford Sound

Cruise the iconic Milford Sound (lunch included) before returning to Queenstown for your hotel drop-off.

Inclusions:

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Queenstown

• All transport in a 15-seat luxury van

• All tours and entrance fees in the itinerary

• Accommodation for 2 nights at Distinction Hotels

• Taieri Gorge Train ticket

• Milford Sound cruise with lunch included

Exclusions: Meals except lunch on Milford Sound cruise, personal expenses.

Please allow up to 48 hours for us to confirm your booking. Once done we will be in touch with further details for each day of the journey. 

The tour itinerary may operate in reverse depending on availability. You will be advised accordingly.