2-Day Queenstown to Christchurch Tour via Franz Josef

Travel from Queenstown to Christchurch on a shared guided road journey through mountain passes and New Zealand's West Coast. An English-speaking professional driver-guide leads the trip, with an overnight stop in Franz Josef. Accommodation is not included and must be arranged separately.

• Explore the mountain and lake scenery around Lake Wanaka
• Discover turquoise waters framed by lush greenery at Hokitika Gorge
• Explore the striking limestone formations at Castle Hill

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Departure

   Start with shared pickup in Queenstown, scheduled for 07:00. Pickup may be early or late.

2. Day 1: Queenstown to Franz Josef

   Explore on a 12-hour guided tour through Queenstown, Cardrona Hotel, Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea, Thunder Creek Falls, Ship Creek, Bruce Bay, Lake Matheson and Franz Josef. Some attractions may be skipped due to capacity or weather conditions.

3. Day 2: Franz Josef toward Christchurch

   Continue on a 12-hour guided tour through Franz Josef, Lake Ianthe / Matahi, Hokitika Beach, Hokitika Gorge, Greymouth, Otira Viaduct Lookout, Arthur's Pass, Devils Punchbowl Waterfall and Castle Hill.

4. Day 2: Arrival in Christchurch

   Finish at 19:30 with drop-off at central Christchurch locations only.

What's Included

• Shared transport
• English-speaking professional driver-guide
• Admission to attractions
• Lunch and snacks

Important details

• Children aged 0–14 must be accompanied by a paying adult
• Intermediate fitness is required; the tour involves considerable walking and stairs
• The tour is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible
• Arrange your own accommodation in central Franz Josef at your own expense. Day-two property pickup is limited to Franz Josef township; Fox Glacier pickup is not included
• The luggage allowance is 2 standard-sized pieces
• You may be refused service without a refund if you appear intoxicated
• Arrive at the pickup location 10 minutes before departure. Shared pickup may run early or late