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6-Day, 5-Night Chinese New Year South Island Semi-Independent Tour – Classic Route

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6-Day, 5-Night Chinese New Year South Island Semi-Independent Tour – Classic Route

Queenstown to Christchurch | A Charming Two-Night Tekapo Stay | Discover Mount Cook

Celebrate Chinese New Year with a relaxed South Island journey aboard GreyCheetah Bus. Travel from Queenstown through stunning mountain and lake scenery to beautiful Lake Tekapo, explore Mount Cook National Park, and finish in Christchurch, the Garden City.

With no driving needed and fewer hotel changes, enjoy a comfortable stay with two nights in a local Tekapo holiday house.

Highlights

Travel by GreyCheetah Bus throughout the tour.
Travel in comfort with GreyCheetah Bus, connecting the South Island’s iconic destinations as you take in snow-capped mountains, sparkling lakes and charming towns along the way.
Two Nights in a Charming Local Tekapo Holiday Home
Slow down and enjoy more time by Lake Tekapo, visit the Church of the Good Shepherd, and gaze up at the Southern Hemisphere’s clear, star-filled skies.
Explore Mount Cook National Park
Travel from Lake Tekapo to Mount Cook National Park and take in the Southern Alps’ towering snow-capped peaks, glaciers and alpine valleys.

Itinerary

DAY 1

Queenstown

Welcome to Queenstown, Where Mountains Meet the Lake
Begin your holiday surrounded by stunning alpine peaks and the sparkling waters of Lake Wakatipu.
For airport transfers, please contact our team.
Optional Experience: Skyline Gondola
Ride up Bob’s Peak for panoramic views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains.
Or Choose: TSS Earnslaw Cruise
Cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard this historic steamship, enjoying beautiful mountain views and a touch of old-world charm.

  • Breakfast：Own arrangements
  • Lunch：Own arrangements
  • Dinner：Own arrangements
  • Accommodation：The Dairy Private Hotel Queenstown

DAY 2

Queenstown

Explore Queenstown at Your Own Pace
Enjoy plenty of free time to explore local sights, browse the shops and try Queenstown’s delicious food.
Optional Experience: Milford Sound Day Trip
Cruise past towering peaks and cascading waterfalls, taking in the stunning natural beauty of Milford Sound.

  • Breakfast：Hotel Breakfast
  • Lunch：Own arrangements
  • Dinner：Own arrangements
  • Accommodation：The Dairy Private Hotel Queenstown

DAY 3

Queenstown → Lake Tekapo

Take in the beauty of Lake Tekapo at your own pace and ease into a relaxing lakeside escape.
Departure: Queenstown
Athol Street (in the middle of the car park)
Departure time: 8:00 AM
Arrival: Lake Tekapo
Outside the Dark Sky Building, 1 Motuariki Lane
Arrival time: 1:39 PM

  • Breakfast：Hotel Breakfast
  • Lunch：Own arrangements
  • Dinner：Own arrangements
  • Accommodation：Chinese New Year Special – Lake Tekapo Holiday Home Stay

DAY 4

Lake Tekapo – Mount Cook – Lake Tekapo

Journey through the heart of the South Island to Mount Cook National Park, taking in snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes and sweeping valleys.
Departure: Lake Tekapo
Outside the Dark Sky Building, 1 Motuariki Lane
Departure time: 7:00 AM
Return: Lake Tekapo
Outside the Dark Sky Building, 1 Motuariki Lane
Return time: 5:30 PM
If you have booked a Mount Cook helicopter experience, please let our team know in advance so we can arrange transfers to and from the departure point.

  • Breakfast：Own arrangements
  • Lunch：Own arrangements
  • Dinner：Own arrangements
  • Accommodation：Chinese New Year Special – Lake Tekapo Holiday Home Stay

DAY 5

Lake Tekapo – Christchurch

Enjoy views of Lake Tekapo before continuing to Christchurch, where you’ll check in to your city centre hotel.
Departure: Lake Tekapo
Outside the Dark Sky Building, 1 Motuariki Lane
Departure time: 2:25 PM
Arrival: Christchurch
Cathedral Square
Arrival time: 5:54 PM

  • Breakfast：Own arrangements
  • Lunch：Own arrangements
  • Dinner：Own arrangements
  • Accommodation：Fable Christchurch

DAY 6

Christchurch · Depart at Your Leisure

A Leisurely Morning in Christchurch
After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy free time to explore the Garden City at your own pace.
For a relaxed city walk, stroll along the Avon River, visit the iconic Cardboard Cathedral and explore colourful New Regent Street, with its charming cafés and boutique shops.
Follow your interests, pause wherever you please and soak up Christchurch’s relaxed atmosphere.
For airport transfers or additional nights’ accommodation, please contact our team.

  • Breakfast：Hotel Breakfast
  • Lunch：Own arrangements
  • Dinner：Own arrangements

DAY 1 Queenstown

Welcome to Queenstown, Where Mountains Meet the Lake

Begin your holiday surrounded by stunning alpine peaks and the sparkling waters of Lake Wakatipu.

For airport transfers, please contact our team.

Optional Experience: Skyline Gondola

Ride up Bob’s Peak for panoramic views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains.

Or Choose: TSS Earnslaw Cruise

Cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard this historic steamship, enjoying beautiful mountain views and a touch of old-world charm.
Breakfast： Own arrangements
Lunch： Own arrangements
Dinner： Own arrangements
Accommodation： The Dairy Private Hotel Queenstown

DAY 2 Queenstown

Explore Queenstown at Your Own Pace

Enjoy plenty of free time to explore local sights, browse the shops and try Queenstown’s delicious food.

Optional Experience: Milford Sound Day Trip

Cruise past towering peaks and cascading waterfalls, taking in the stunning natural beauty of Milford Sound.
Breakfast： Hotel Breakfast
Lunch： Own arrangements
Dinner： Own arrangements
Accommodation： The Dairy Private Hotel Queenstown

DAY 3 Queenstown → Lake Tekapo

Take in the beauty of Lake Tekapo at your own pace and ease into a relaxing lakeside escape.

Departure: Queenstown

Athol Street (in the middle of the car park)

Departure time: 8:00 AM

Arrival: Lake Tekapo

Outside the Dark Sky Building, 1 Motuariki Lane

Arrival time: 1:39 PM
Breakfast： Hotel Breakfast
Lunch： Own arrangements
Dinner： Own arrangements
Accommodation： Chinese New Year Special – Lake Tekapo Holiday Home Stay

DAY 4 Lake Tekapo – Mount Cook – Lake Tekapo

Journey through the heart of the South Island to Mount Cook National Park, taking in snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes and sweeping valleys.

Departure: Lake Tekapo

Outside the Dark Sky Building, 1 Motuariki Lane

Departure time: 7:00 AM

Return: Lake Tekapo

Outside the Dark Sky Building, 1 Motuariki Lane

Return time: 5:30 PM

If you have booked a Mount Cook helicopter experience, please let our team know in advance so we can arrange transfers to and from the departure point.
Breakfast： Own arrangements
Lunch： Own arrangements
Dinner： Own arrangements
Accommodation： Chinese New Year Special – Lake Tekapo Holiday Home Stay

DAY 5 Lake Tekapo – Christchurch

Enjoy views of Lake Tekapo before continuing to Christchurch, where you’ll check in to your city centre hotel.

Departure: Lake Tekapo

Outside the Dark Sky Building, 1 Motuariki Lane

Departure time: 2:25 PM

Arrival: Christchurch

Cathedral Square

Arrival time: 5:54 PM
Breakfast： Own arrangements
Lunch： Own arrangements
Dinner： Own arrangements
Accommodation： Fable Christchurch

DAY 6 Christchurch · Depart at Your Leisure

A Leisurely Morning in Christchurch

After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy free time to explore the Garden City at your own pace.

For a relaxed city walk, stroll along the Avon River, visit the iconic Cardboard Cathedral and explore colourful New Regent Street, with its charming cafés and boutique shops.

Follow your interests, pause wherever you please and soak up Christchurch’s relaxed atmosphere.

For airport transfers or additional nights’ accommodation, please contact our team.
Breakfast： Hotel Breakfast
Lunch： Own arrangements
Dinner： Own arrangements

*The itinerary may change with the weather

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Adults (12+)
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Children under 6 (no bed)

What's included

Included
  • Selected Accommodation
  • (Final hotel arrangements are subject to booking confirmation.)
  • 🏨 Two Nights in Central Queenstown · Breakfast Included
  • Boutique accommodation at The Dairy Private Hotel Queenstown
  • 🏡 Two Nights in Tekapo · Breakfast Not Included
  • A local holiday home specially selected for your Chinese New Year stay
  • 🏨 Central Christchurch Accommodation · Breakfast Included
  • Fable Christchurch
  • 🚌 Intercity Transport
  • GreyCheetah Bus tickets are included throughout the following route:
  • Queenstown → Lake Tekapo → Mount Cook → Christchurch
Not included
  • Optional activities and meals not specified in the itinerary.
  • Personal expenses, including minibar purchases, laundry, phone calls and hotel luggage storage.
  • Visa fees, international and domestic flights, and travel insurance.
  • Additional transport, accommodation or other costs arising from personal circumstances.
  • Additional costs due to events beyond our control.

Terms & Conditions

Please read the following terms carefully before booking. By making a booking and payment, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and accepted these conditions.

Important Information

No-Smoking Policy
Smoking is strictly prohibited in hotel rooms and on balconies. Hotels may impose a smoking charge starting from NZ$500. Guests responsible for the room must pay any charges imposed by the hotel. Unpaid charges may be referred to New Zealand’s Disputes Tribunal for recovery, and any associated costs will be the responsibility of the guests concerned.

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance to cover unexpected events, accidents, medical expenses and loss or damage to personal belongings. Claims are subject to your insurer’s policy terms and must be submitted directly to the insurer. We do not provide insurance claims services.

Please keep your luggage, valuables and cash secure throughout your journey. To the extent permitted by law, the travel agency, drivers and guides accept no liability for lost, stolen or damaged personal belongings.

ACC Accident Cover
New Zealand’s Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) provides cover for certain accidental injuries sustained in New Zealand, including injuries to visitors. Cover is subject to eligibility and may not meet all treatment costs. ACC does not replace travel insurance or cover all medical and travel-related expenses. Separate travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Travel Tips

  1. Passports & Visas
    Travellers holding Chinese passports should obtain the appropriate visa before departure. We recommend travelling with at least six months’ passport validity and carrying a printed copy of your eVisa. You are responsible for ensuring that all travel documents meet the entry requirements. If entry is refused due to missing or invalid documents, we cannot accept responsibility, and tour fees are non-refundable, subject to applicable law.
  2. Seasons & Time Difference
    New Zealand’s seasons are opposite to those in China. Mainland New Zealand is four hours ahead of China during standard time and five hours ahead during daylight saving. Daylight saving runs from the last Sunday in September to the first Sunday in April.
  3. Currency & Payments
    The local currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZD). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check the current rate before travelling. Visa is widely accepted, and UnionPay is available at selected businesses. Carrying a small amount of cash is also useful.
  4. Language
    English is widely spoken and is the main language used in everyday interactions. Basic English will be helpful during your stay.
  5. Shopping Hours
    Many shops close earlier than you may be accustomed to, and some have shorter hours or close on Sundays and public holidays. Please check opening hours and plan your shopping accordingly.