South Island Culture and Heritage Tour

Maori art as seen in South Canterbury.
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7
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South Island Culture and Heritage Tour

From ancient Maori cave paintings to 19th century Gold Rush towns, the South Island boasts a wealth of New Zealand history and culture. Step back in time with us to pan for gold in Arrowtown, explore New Zealand's only castle, and meander along Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu in a vintage steamship.

Staying in cozy historic hotels and lodges, you'll be immersed in New Zealand heritage day and night. When you're a guest of First Light Travel, warm hospitality and attentive service will never be a thing of the past.

Ancient Māori Rock Art, Victorian Oamaru, Larnach Castle, TSS Earnslaw Steamer to Walter Peak Station, Gold Mining Arrowtown. Neo-Gothic Dunedin and French Akaroa.

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7 Day South Island Heritage Culture Tour Itinerary

Visited Locations

Akaroa
Arrowtown
Christchurch City
Dunedin City
Oamaru
Queenstown City

First Light Travel

Duration
7 Days
Starts
Queenstown
Finishes
Christchurch
Type
Self Drive
Transport
Rental Vehicle
Accom
100% Customisable

Inclusions

Rental Vehicle
Flexibility Promise
6 Nights Accommodation
Dedicated Travel Consultant
Full 24 Hour Support
All Activities as per Highlights
Detailed Daily Itinerary and Vouchers
Private Airport Transfers

Highlights

Arrowtown - A Gold Town
Larnach Castle Tour
Māori Rock Art from the Ancient Moa Hunters
Moeraki Boulders
Oamaru Steampunk Museum
TSS Earnslaw Steamboat Cruise
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Māori Rock Art from the Ancient Moa Hunters
Gold Mining Arrowtown
Original Steamboat Cruise to Walter Paek Station.
Scottish Dunedin on New Zealand's
French Akaroa
Victorian Oamaru
Maori Rock Art
Dunedins Lanach Castle
Queenstown
Steampunk Oamaru New Zealand

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Culture and Heritage Tour

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The price is based on current exchange rates but is only an approximation. Please contact us for a final price