Farmstay, Hiking and Glamping (16 Days Tour )

Spend the first day of your journey exploring the fast-changing and funky city of Christchurch, South Island's largest city. Old English gardens contrast with pop-up bars and innovative precincts in this enduring center. Favorite activities include punting down the Avon River, biking in the Port Hills, visiting Sumner Beach, or taking a day trip out to the French colonial settlement of Akaroa. For a truly magical experience try hot air ballooning over the patchwork Canterbury Plains. Accommodation: 1 night, 3 star hotel or Self Catering

Drive across the stunning Southern Alps to discover the untouched beauty of the West Coast. Castle Hill is on the main road (just before Arthurs Pass) between Christchurch and Greymouth / the West Coast. The car park is right next to the main road and you could have a quick walk around and be back on the road in 30 – 40 minutes. This area has recently seen more visitors, as nearby Flock Hill station was used for the filming of the climactic battle scenes of the 2005 movie, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Along the way take time to visit Arthur's Pass National Park, where you will discover beautiful beech forests, cheeky wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Stretch your legs with a short walk to the stunning Devil's Punchbowl Falls. Accommodation: 1 night, 3 star hotel or Self Catering

Greymouth is rich with gold mining history and a center for pounamu (New Zealand jade), with many specialist art galleries. Is the largest town on the West Coast and known for its awesome seascapes. Popular activities here include local brewery tours, gold rush history at Shantytown Heritage Park and the spectacular West Coast Wilderness cycle trail. There are plenty of places to stop along the way, visit Paparoa National Park, explore stunning limestone caves in Charleston, or take a walk to Punakaiki's bizarre pancake rocks and booming blowholes. Dating back 30 million years, these rock formations are created by layers of limestone overlaid with rock and clay. Accommodation: 1 night, 3 star hotel or Self Catering

Start your day walking through Hokitika Gorge, enjoy this short walk along the stunning Hokitika Gorge and the pristine mature podocarp forest of the Hokitika Scenic Reserve. Enjoy an exhilarating treetop adventure among temperate rainforest giants. Experience life with birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy along a steel platform 20m high and 450m long and a spiral tower 45m high. Accommodation: 1 night, 3 star hotel or Self Catering

Head south down the Great Coast Road, one of the Top 10 Coastal Drives in the world according to Lonely Planet. Travel alongside ancient limestone cliffs, rivers, glowworm caves, mining heritage and untamed native forest to glacier country. Fox and Franz Josef are New Zealand's most accessible glaciers. Easy walking trails to the glacier's terminal face pass through scarred ancient valleys dotted with moraines. For the ultimate view, take a scenic heli-flight or ski plane to the glacier's top. Don’t forget to see Lake Matheson is a small glacial lake in South Westland, New Zealand, near the township of Fox Glacier. It was a traditional mahinga kai for local Māori. An easy walking track circles the lake, which is famous for its reflected views of Aoraki / Mount Cook and Mount Tasman. Accommodation: 2 nights, 3 star hotel or Self Catering

Head inland past waterfalls and river scenery as you leave the coast, taking a break to explore the Haast River Valley on a guided safari before heading to the lakeside resort town of Wanaka. Combining small town tranquility with exciting outdoor adventure, Wanaka is a great place to visit any time of year. In winter, skiers and snowboarders head to Cardrona and Treble Cone ski fields. Mt Aspiring National Park offers a plethora of day and short walks, the clear waters of Lake Wanaka are perfect for kayaking and the surrounding mountains offer bike trails, and climbing adventures. Accommodation: 1 night, Mt Gold Glamping, Wanaka

Today you'll journey to Queenstown, New Zealand's most popular tourist destination. Here you can choose from a huge range of adrenaline activities, from jet-boating and bungy jumping to white-water rafting and skydiving. Explore the stunning mountain scenery by bike, kayak, horse, 4WD Safari, or foot along one of the region's many hiking trails. Get on board the TSS Earnslaw cruise to Walter Peak Station and enjoy a quintessential Kiwi experience – a delicious gourmet BBQ buffet meal and a farm demonstration in a stunning lakeside setting. Accommodation: 2 nights, 3 star hotel or Self Catering

Visit nearby Arrowtown and learn about the town's fascinating gold-mining history. A highlight is the Chinese miners' village, with its restored shelters offering a glimpse into early development in this area. Film lovers might like to check out Glenorchy, where Peter Jackson filmed some of the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Accommodation: 1 night, 3 star hotel or Self Catering

Drive through the turquoise shores of Lake Pukaki to Mount Cook Village. There are numerous ways to explore Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, whether you want the thrill of an Argo tour, a short walk, long tramp or horse ride. Don't miss the Glacier Explorers, which take you to the terminal lake of New Zealand’s longest glacier, Tasman Glacier. The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center and the stargazing experience are also popular. Accommodation: 2 nights, 3 star hotel or Self Catering

At Tekapo, you'll find a beautiful opaque turquoise coloured lake and a huge number of outdoor activities to enjoy. Fishing, kayaking, bike riding, horse trekking and skiing are just some of the things you can do here. The Church of the Good Shepherd and the sheepdog statue are great photo opportunities. In Lake Tekapo, you'll find a plethora of activities to entertain you, whether it's a chilly winter evening or a sparkling summer day. Take a dip in the hot pools or relax with one of the therapeutic spa treatments. During winter, an ice skating rink and snow tubing are available, while in summer you can enjoy the world’s largest inflatable slide. No trip to the Mackenzie region is complete without a stargazing tour. As the world's largest International Dark Sky Reserve, this is the perfect place to see the night sky. Accommodation: 2 nights, Farmstay Self Catering

Drive back to Christchurch for your last day of tour, enjoy the newest city in the world, and it’s time the world rediscovered its secrets. Accommodation: 1 night, 3 star hotel or Self Catering