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Two Week South Island, New Zealand Itineraries

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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
Premier New Zealand South Island Tour: Natural and Cultural Gems

14 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $12,735

Packed full of thrilling activities and staggering landscapes, this is the ultimate two-week itinerary for nature lovers on New Zealand’s South Island. This tour leads you from outdoor adventure on the South Island to the highest mountain and the deepest fjord. It features whales, icebergs, jet boats, kayaks, hikes, helicopters, and so much more. Book your adventure today.

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Beautiful landscape of the South Island, New Zealand
New Zealand’s South Island Tour: Christchurch, Queenstown & More

14 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $12,735

New Zealand’s South Island is all about the journey. Here, you can ride on dreamy railways across the untouched wilderness, take a helicopter ride to a remote glacier, relax on overnight cruises through surreal fjords, and cruise on alpine roads past turquoise lakes. The destinations are also something that will have you dreaming about New Zealand for months to come. You can see villages with a mountain view, quaint cities of 19th-century heritage, and towns that are perched on lakes and beneath glaciers. Combine all these majestic highlights on this two-week, best-of tour that connects both nature and culture.

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Frenchman Bay Lagoon at Abel Tasman National Park
Immersive New Zealand Exploration: Two-Week South Island Tour

14 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $12,735

Reality will blend into a dreamy landscape during your two-week New Zealand tour of the South Island. Specialist guides will lead you on customizable tours that highlight the shimmering waters of captivating fiords and the steep slopes of dramatic coastline. Whether you reveal the secrets of Middle Earth or sail on glacial lakes, you will turn New Zealand’s majestic nature into a spectacular outdoor playground.

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Jet boating in Queenstown, New Zealand
Adventurous Two-Week South Island Family Vacation

14 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $6,281

Your epic two-week family-friendly New Zealand tour will create unforgettable memories of timeless adventures on the South Island. You can swim with dolphins and cycle down winding hilltop trails. Kayaking on clear turquoise waters will provide surprising wildlife sightings. Cruise through the pristine wilderness of Doubtful Sound and immerse the family in Middle Earth by visiting Lord of the Rings filming locations for a dynamic New Zealand family excursion.

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Queenstown with the Remarkables mountains in the background
New Zealand’s South Island: Leisure Tour for Seniors

14 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $4,545

You can indulge in idyllic vineyards and rugged glacial landscapes during your 14-day New Zealand tour for seniors. You will travel at your preferred pace on a custom-tailored tour perfect for an easy-going exploration that reveals the highlights of South Island. You will cruise the majestic Milford Sound, watch for fascinating whales off the Kaikoura coast, and witness preserved Maori heritage for your perfect New Zealand adventure.

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Surround yourself with the natural beauty of Kaikoure Island
Heritage Tour of New Zealand’s South Island: Powhiri to Pounamu

13 Day Custom Tour

Dynamic pricing from $4,220

Discover 800 years of dynamic heritage during your 13-day culture tour of New Zealand. Experience the powerful pōwhiri welcome and search for Scottish and Victorian architecture. Find a spirit of exploration exuding from pioneer history and the customs of wayfinders. Explore raw natural history and local traditions during your custom-tailored tour connecting the timelines between settlers and explorers, archipelagos and cities across the North and South islands.

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