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One Week South Island, New Zealand Itineraries

One-week South Island itineraries to New Zealand can explore the surreal and serene as you discover the staggering natural beauty of snowcapped peaks, sparkling glaciers, and glistening fiords. Your adventure takes shape along the canyons and cliffs, mountain trails, and coastal treasures, while remote corners in the valleys and along elegant peaks provide quiet escapes for romantic opportunities. Find inspiration for your trip with our sample itineraries before speaking with the right travel specialist for you.

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Milford Sound in New Zealand

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $9,200

New Zealand South Island Itinerary in One Week

Christchurch, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Abel Tasman National Park
Ship under Mitra Peak in Fiordland National Park on South Island, New Zealand

7 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,900

South Island Romance Tour: New Zealand’s Intimate Excellence

Queenstown, Doubtful Sound, Kaikoura, Christchurch
Lupins and Lake Tekapo, South Island, New Zealand

17 Day Trip IdeaFrom $7,000

Ultimate South Island Nature Tour: Fjords, Mountains & Beaches

Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook Village, Wanaka, Queenstown +7 more
Explore the island with a private guide on a scenic flight

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,700

Sublime South Island 9-Day Itinerary for Seniors

Akaroa, Catlins Forest Park, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Moeraki
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
Misty morning on the Southern Island New Zealand

9 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,800

Adventures of New Zealand's South Island

Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Greymouth

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Based on 567 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."

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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."

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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."

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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."

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New Zealand & Australia Trip Review: Hiking near Punakaiki & Wanaka, Wai-O-Tapu, Farmlands of Napier, Marlborough Sound, Sydney
"Working with our planner was fun, easy, and totally enjoyable even before the trip began!"

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New Zealand Luxury Trip Review: Rotorua, Queenstown, Hobbiton, Wellington, Glenorchy, Milford Sound, Māori Culture, Museum
"Our Zicasso agent and her team hit a home run. All of our expectations were exceeded."

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