Summer Blast loops which start and finish in Nelson or Picton are 17 day trips. All loops starting from other locations (e.g. Christchurch) are 19 days and the extra two extra nights in Nelson or Picton are at your own expense.
You get to see - infamous Mount Cook, breathtaking Milford Sound, adrenalin rush of Queenstown, chilling Glaciers, picturesque Abel Tasman National Park, natural beauty of Kaikoura, the spectacular Milford Sounds, real Lord of the Rings country, the lush vineyards and hilly pastures of Picton and Marlborough, cultural and historical treasure, dramatic glaciers and that’s just a taster - there’s guaranteed to be much, much more.
You get to try - more cycle rides, hikes, dolphin swimming, sailing, sea kayaking, whale watching, skydiving, rafting, cruising the Milford Sound, Routeburn Track, bungy jumping, paragliding, glacier hiking, and much, much more!
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Depart Picton 10am. Pacific Coast to Kaikoura, cycle stunning coastal route. Close encounters with fur seals and a myriad of sea birds on the Peninsula Walk. Optional Whale Watch. Camp at a beach camp on the Kaikoura coast. (L), (D)
Day 2: Optional Dolphin Swim or Seal Swim if you prefer! Cycle or walk along coast. Explore Christchurch, the "Garden City". Depart Christchurch 4pm. Backcountry road to Rangitata River camp, nested below the Southern Alps. Scenic cycle ride into camp. Excellent walks. (B), (D)
Day 3: Optional White Water rafting on the Rangitata river. Morning cycle or walk. Travel through Geraldine and Mackenzie Basin with great views of the Main Divide. Walk or Cycle to Lake Tekapo. Cycle scenic hydro canals. Lake Pukaki camp with stunning views of Mt. Cook. Time for a swim in the lake. (B), (L), (D)
Day 4: Morning Cycle Day spent enjoying Mt. Cook National Park. Hooker Valley walk and glacier. Cycle down the Waitaki River Valley, and cycle coastal route to beach camp near Oamaru. (B), (L), (D)
Day 5: Morning coastal walk or cycle. Bizzare Moeraki Boulders. Picturesque Scottish Dunedin.explore the town! Optional entry to Yellow-Eyed Penguin Reserve and Royal Albatross Colony on the rugged Otago Peninsula. Cycle scenic route into camp. Travel into the spectacular natural beauty of the Catlins for the night. (B), (D)
Day 6: Through southern pastures. Scenic route, lunch in Manapouri. Cycle or walk to Te Anau. Cycle the shores of Lake Te Anau to a wilderness camp in Fiordland National Park. (B), (L), (D)
Day 7: One of the world's most scenic routes into Milford Sound! Cycle magnificent descent from Homer Tunnel (3000ft)! Highly recommended optional Boat Cruise to experience the grandeur of the fiord. The Routeburn, Caples, Greenstone Track walkers depart at The Divide. Return to camp by the stunning Lake Te Anau. The drive into Milford is dependent on weather conditions. (B), (L), (D)
Day 8: Explore Te Anau. Walk, fish or cycle in the area. Optional overnight hike on the Keppler Track with panoramic views from Mt Luxmore. Same lakeside camp in Te Anau. (B), (L), (D)
Day 9: Journey to Queenstown, cycle shores of Lake Wakatipu. Camp overlooking the lake and town. Track walkers re-join group. A big night out. Excellent restaurants, bars and live music. (B), (L)
Day 10: Queenstown optional adrenalin activities. Bungy, Fly-by-wire, Jet Boat, Rafting, Horse Trekking, Maori Concert, Parapenting, Gondola ride and many more. Cycle and walk in alpine areas. Depart Queenstown at 3pm. Camp beside a tranquil lake with hikes, cycling and swimming. (B), (D)
Day 11: A relaxed morning at the camp. Lake Wanaka and Haast Pass. with optional Jet Boating on the Wilkin River. Cycle steep downhill, through rain forest, cycle past waterfalls and pools to the wild West Coast. Camp at Okuru, a world heritage area, bird life, lagoon and beach walks. (B), (L), (D)
Day 12: Drive to Fox Glacier for optional Guided Walk or Heli Hike on the glacier. Cycle to Okarito beach camp. White Heron Sanctuary, spectacular walks and breathtaking views of the Southern Alps. (B), (L), (D)
Day 13: Morning at Okarito with a stunning early morning walk to watch the sunrise. Cycle the route ahead. Hokitika, visit a Greenstone Factory. Stunning coastal walk and cycle. Beach camp two nights at Punakaiki, home of the famous Pancake Rocks. Paparoa National Park. (B), (L), (D)
Day 14: Traditional Flying Kiwi pancake breakfast. Explore the outstanding sub-tropical flora and admire limestone formations of the Pororari River Canyon. Cycle rides glow worm caves, beach. Optional rafting and horse trekking. (B), (L), (D)
Day 15: Travel through the Buller Gorge for some cycling and good scenery to the Abel Tasman region. Cycle backroute through Kaiteriteri. Stay two nights at Old MacDonald's Farm, Marahau, with the Abel Tasman N.P. on our doorstep. (B), (D)
Day 16: Free day for exploring the area. Walk, cycle, optional sail, sea kayak or boat and walk to the golden beaches. Swim in crystal clear waters. Night out at a cool café. (B), (L)
Day 17: Time in Nelson. Optional skydiving. Pelorus River. Cycle along Queen Charlotte Drive. Travel through the Marlborough wine region. Picton by 6pm. (B)
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
*$1275 - 16 days Christchurch to Picton plus camp and food costs.
*$1340 - 19 days Christchurch to Christchurch (two nights accommodation at your own cost) plus camp and food costs.
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