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

Based on 1691 verified traveler reviews.

Sandra M.
New Zealand, Fiji Tour Review: Kaikoura, Wanaka, Dart River, Whale Watching, Hiking, Boat Trip, 3 Weeks

Zicasso’s travel specialist was very knowledgeable about New Zealand and Fiji. He prepared a wonderful itinerary within our budget and the trip went off flawlessly. We had a weather glitch that required a change ASAP and he was right there to make the changes. It was one of the best trips we have had.

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Lori C.
Australia, New Zealand Tour Review: Sydney, Uluru, Christchurch, Auckland, Great Barrier Reef, Blue Mountains, Southern Alps, 1 Month

Overall, the trip was a huge success. Zicasso’s travel designer planned everything so thoughtfully and carefully. He continued to look after us the entire four weeks of our trip. Everything went smoothly and we were able to enjoy this trip of a lifetime.

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Janice O.
New Zealand Family Tour Review: Tree House, Hobbiton, Night Kayaking, Maori Experience, 2 Weeks

Zicasso's travel agent and his team helped us craft a wonderful family trip of a lifetime! The lodging, myriad activities, variety of locations, cultural education, road-trip planning, and extra suggestions were all very much appreciated and enjoyed. The landscape of New Zealand is gorgeous and the people are so warm, easygoing, and welcoming. We left with a heartfelt plan to return someday in the not-too-distant future. Thank you!!

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Gustavo C.
New Zealand Trip Review: Queenstown, E-biking, Maori Festival, 12 Nights

We had a wonderful time and we appreciate the efforts of Zicasso's travel specialists. Unfortunately, our trip was severely impacted by the weather in the south and several planned events did not happen. The support we got from the agency was very comforting and helpful while we faced uncertainty. They helped us manage as best as we could and I am grateful for their efforts and assistance. What we were able to do was worth doing and remembering, and I certainly could only say positive things about New Zealand, its inhabitants, and our agency following my experience.

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Roland C.
Australia, New Zealand Vacation Review: Tasmania, Queenstown, 16 Nights

From the first discussions about what we wanted in our trip to helping us cope with weather-related air-travel disruptions, Zicasso’s travel specialist and the travel company were marvelous. They guided us to the perfect itinerary that had us enjoying the things we really like in destinations without the giant crowds.

The tour companies and guides they selected were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. They all customized our tours on the fly to ensure we had the best tours possible. The sites and accommodations the travel specialist selected for us were some of the best we have ever experienced.

If you are thinking of a trip to Australia or New Zealand, and you want a truly customized trip with wonderful tours and accommodations, you must contact them.

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Susan G.
Australia, New Zealand, Fiji Trip Reveiw: 27 Nights

Zicasso’s travel agent is the best trip planner and trip concierge we have ever worked with. We have done a lot of trips! The travel agent was thorough and expert, and his follow-up throughout the trip was fantastic.

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