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Two Week South Island, New Zealand Itineraries

Our Zicasso travel specialists have planned thousands of New Zealand trips customized to each traveler's preferences. A two-week itinerary to the South Island of New Zealand can immerse you in the natural beauty and wonders for which the country is known. With barking seals and passing whales, glistening glaciers and sparkling fiords, elaborate hiking trails and distinctive vineyards, the island landscape captures the nation's spirit. Discover the possibilities for your trip using our sample itineraries and embrace the unique splendor New Zealand’s South Island offers.

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Beach at Nelson Abel Tasman National Park in New Zealand

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $16,000

Premier New Zealand South Island Tour: Natural and Cultural Gems

Queenstown, Wanaka, Mt. Aspiring National Park, Franz Josef Glacier, Abel Tasman National Park +2 more

Beautiful landscape of the South Island, New Zealand

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $16,000

New Zealand’s South Island Tour: Christchurch, Queenstown & More

Christchurch, Omarama, Oamaru, Dunedin, Queenstown +4 more

Frenchman Bay Lagoon at Abel Tasman National Park

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $16,000

Immersive New Zealand Exploration: Two-Week South Island Tour

Christchurch, Mt. Cook Village, Queenstown, Doubtful Sound, Abel Tasman National Park

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $7,900

Adventurous Two-Week South Island Family Vacation

Queenstown, Blenheim, Christchurch, Doubtful Sound

Queenstown with the Remarkables mountains in the background

14 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,700

New Zealand’s South Island: Leisure Tour for Seniors

Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Punakaiki +5 more

Surround yourself with the natural beauty of Kaikoure Island

13 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,300

Heritage Tour of New Zealand’s South Island: Powhiri to Pounamu

Christchurch, Kaikoura, Mount Cook Village, Oamaru, Dunedin +7 more

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Reviews of Zicasso's Two Week South Island, New Zealand Itineraries

Based on 632 verified traveler reviews.

Luxury New Zealand Tour Review: Taupo, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park, Abel Tasman Park, Mt. Cook, Tasman Glacier, Lake Wanaka

"...Lindsay from our travel agency was extremely responsive offering helpful options and suggestions."

Travel Review: South Pacific Vacation in Australia, Fiji & New Zealand, Sydney, Queenstown

"We especially appreciated all the personal time Rick gave us with our numerous questions and concerns. We are highly recommending him."

Australia & New Zealand Travel Agent Review: Sydney, Port Douglas, South Island, Wellington, Kayaking Doubtful Bay, River Rafting

"[The travel planner] listened to what we were looking for and the itinerary reflected that."

New Zealand Luxury Vacation Review: Queenstown, Wellington, Picton, Greymouth, Christchurch, 16-Day Vacation

"The responses from Zicasso’s travel agency were prompt and helpful while planning and during the trip."

New Zealand Travel Review: Auckland, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Sailing, Wine Tasting, Hiking, 2 Week Adventure Trip

"While we were having fun and enjoying ourselves, this company was working for us behind the scenes. You can't ask for more than that!!"

New Zealand, Australia Vacation Review: Queenstown, Auckland, Milford Sound, Christchurch, 2 Weeks

Zicasso’s trip planner did an excellent job. Communication and the quality of the experiences were everything we'd expected and more, especially in New Zealand. The accommodations were first rate; the highlight was the lodge in Queenstown. The guides and drivers were professional and knowledgeable, especially those in Queenstown and Auckland. We loved the dedicated website for reference, as well as the detailed booklet and maps for both countries.

For future itineraries, I would add another day in Queenstown and a full day in Christchurch. If days were limited, I would recommend one less day in Auckland and/or skipping the drive/train from Franz Josef.

The only complication was the day we spent 10 hours going to and coming from Milford Sound. I recommend doing Milford Sound by plane/helicopter from Queenstown, which would also permit seeing the glaciers/southern alps from the air. The only things we missed were the zoo in Auckland and the Blue Mountain day tour in Sydney. Next trip!