South Island
Polished, precious and breathtaking by their beauty, come together and discover the jewels that New Zealand's South Island has to offer. Offering adventure in all its forms, from wildlife to wineries, glaciers to starry skies. Select to focus on a single area of attraction, or take a long journey with APT, you'll be in awe of the breathtaking beauty no matter. Further explore this island through Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, cruising along Milford Sound/Piopiotahi and seek adventure and fine wine in Queenstown.
Choose Your Next South Island Holiday
Auckland → Christchurch
From
$7,395 USD pp
Christchurch Return
From
$4,445 USD pp
Auckland → Christchurch
From
$7,395 USD pp
Christchurch Return
From
$4,445 USD pp
South Island your Way
Land Tours
APT's luxury coaches will take you to New Zealand's most iconic places in supreme comfort. Leave all the details to your Tour Director and expert driver as you sit back and take in the sights. Getting there is half the fun in spectacular New Zealand.
Rail Journeys
Journey aboard the famous TranzAlpine & Coastal Pacific train, enjoying spectacular mountain vistas, rugged coastlines and remote beaches as you traverse through the beautiful South Island.
Expedition Cruising
Small ship expedition cruising is all about venturing further, seeing more, and doing more, but also enjoying great food, wine and a little pampering along the way. You’ll stay close to the coastline, which means there will be no long days spent at sea and more time spent exploring. Rise each morning to a new adventure – spectacular scenery and rugged coastlines. In the evening, relax on board with your favourite drink and a long, decadent meal.
Incredible Experiences
Milford Sound/Piopiotahi
Explore Milford Sound/Piopiotahi through its picturesque surrounds with a perspective that simply cannot be experienced anywhere else but on New Zealand's picture-perfect South Island.
Interislander Ferry
One of the world's most breathtaking ferry journeys, the Interislander ferry is a spectacular travel experience in itself as you cruise between the North and South Islands. Travelling through the Cook Strait, this unique experience is filled with knowledge and history.
Glacier Explorer
Board a MAC boat ride across the glacial lakes, navigating amongst floating icebergs and taking in the vastness of New Zealand's greatest glacier.
Doubtful Sound/Patea
Deep within Fiordland National Park, experience the breathtaking, untouched wilderness landscape of Doubtful Sound/Patea.
Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Located in Franz Josef, Te Waonui Forest Retreat offers an exceptional luxury hotel experience. Created as a five-star hideaway, to provide an unmatched example of environmentally friendly hospitality.
Highlights of Marlborough Dinner
Indulge in the finest flavours as you savour a Highlights of Marlborough Dinner paired with sensational wines. The fusion of quality produce and influences have helped shape New Zealand's food and wine culture as among the best in the world.
Milford Sound/Piopiotahi
Explore Milford Sound/Piopiotahi through its picturesque surrounds with a perspective that simply cannot be experienced anywhere else but on New Zealand's picture-perfect South Island.
Interislander Ferry
One of the world's most breathtaking ferry journeys, the Interislander ferry is a spectacular travel experience in itself as you cruise between the North and South Islands. Travelling through the Cook Strait, this unique experience is filled with knowledge and history.
Glacier Explorer
Board a MAC boat ride across the glacial lakes, navigating amongst floating icebergs and taking in the vastness of New Zealand's greatest glacier.
Doubtful Sound/Patea
Deep within Fiordland National Park, experience the breathtaking, untouched wilderness landscape of Doubtful Sound/Patea.
Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Located in Franz Josef, Te Waonui Forest Retreat offers an exceptional luxury hotel experience. Created as a five-star hideaway, to provide an unmatched example of environmentally friendly hospitality.
Highlights of Marlborough Dinner
Indulge in the finest flavours as you savour a Highlights of Marlborough Dinner paired with sensational wines. The fusion of quality produce and influences have helped shape New Zealand's food and wine culture as among the best in the world.