Queenstown · Milford Sound · Wanaka
Queenstown · Milford Sound · Fiordland
New Zealand: South Island Wild
10 Days Private & tailored
Highlights
★Milford Sound private cruise
★Helicopter over Fiordland
★Wanaka lakeside lodge stay
★Central Otago wine tasting
What's Included
Luxury lodges throughout
All scenic excursions
Private driver-guide
Daily breakfast
Sample Itinerary
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Day 1 — Queenstown
Private arrival transfer, check-in and a curated welcome dinner with your journey host.
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Day 2 — Milford Sound
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
3
Day 3 — Wanaka
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
4
Day 4 — Queenstown
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
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Day 5 — Milford Sound
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
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Day 6 — Wanaka
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
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Day 7 — Queenstown
Privately guided sightseeing, a reserved table for lunch and time at leisure.
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Day 8 — Milford Sound
Leisurely breakfast, check-out and private departure transfer.
Your first stop · Queenstown
Nearest airport
Christchurch Airport (CHC)
~353 kmapprox. 8h transfer
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Best time to visit
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Peak months: Jan–Mar and Nov–Dec.
Dec–Mar is warm and long-dayed; the ski season runs Jun–Aug.
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Typical seasonal rates
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Lower rates Typical rates Higher rates
Illustrative — based on typical seasonal demand, not a live rate calendar.
Getting around
Ride-hailing: Uber
Rent a car — the road trip is the point; Uber in Auckland/Wellington.
They drive on the left — look right first when crossing.
Tipping & etiquetteOpenHide
Not expected
Restaurants: Not customary; round up for standout service.
Hotels: Not expected.
Taxis: Round up if you like.
Good to know
- ·Respect Māori customs at marae and cultural sites.
- ·Remove shoes when entering many homes.
- ·A relaxed, informal friendliness prevails.
Power & connectivity
Iplug
230V · 50Hz
One NZ & Spark cover both islands well; buy a traveller eSIM on arrival.
Currency
New Zealand Dollar (NZD · NZ$)
Live rate unavailable — check a converter before you travel.
Exchange at the airport, banks or licensed money changers; ATMs usually give the best rate. Cards are widely accepted in cities.
Indicative rate — cards and bureaux add a margin.
Health & safety
Tap water is safe to drink
- ·Tap water is safe and clean.
- ·Strong UV — sunscreen even on cloudy days.
General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Travel footprint
Flying from
522kg CO₂e · round trip
≈ 1,935 km each way · what 25 trees absorb in a year.
Arrange a verified offsetEstimate only — economy class, including high-altitude effects.
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