Unveiling the Top of New Zealand's South Island with Grand Pacific Tours

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New Zealand's top of the South Island hosts the purest and most picturesque landscapes you will ever experience. From wildlife to wineries, glacial valleys to star-filled skies, New Zealand's beauty flourishes against a palette of dramatic scenes.

Grand Pacific Tours, the New Zealand Coach Holiday Specialist, has developed an exciting new holiday experience that has never been offered before as a group touring itinerary. The 11 day Top of the South Island Tour visits several iconic regions in the top part of New Zealand's South Island - each offering something different and unveiling a picturesque landscape of wilderness, wildlife and unique attractions.

The itinerary is for travellers who enjoy the outdoors, love food and wine and are keen to get off the main roads, including a number of short walks that will allow you to experience some of New Zealand's native wildlife and natural beauty.

Start your trip at the quaint fishing village of Akaroa, and a nature cruise for the chance to see the rare Hector's Dolphins and other marine life. Experience the natural beauty of the scenic West Coast that hosts an abundance of wildlife and stunning scenery including the Hokitika Gorge - a vivid, turquoise glacial river, surrounded by lush bush.

Travel along the Great Coast Road to the world famous Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes where columns of water shoot skyward from rocks that resemble giant stacks of pancakes.

Cruise along the shore of the Abel Tasman National Park, a hidden gem with crystal clear water and sandy beaches all combined with New Zealand's native flora and fauna followed by a delicious barbecue lunch.

Taste the crisp and delightful wines of the Marlborough region as you experience exceptional vineyards including sampling some of Marlborough's finest wine amongst the barrels at Cloudy Bay Estate.

Take in the natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Sound to Furneaux Lodge where you will consume fresh, local, seasonal cuisine and local Marlborough wine followed by the opportunity for a peaceful walk around the tranquil grounds enjoying picturesque views.

Other highlights include Monteith's Brewery Co. and its locally brewed beers; Nelson Classic Car Museum where you will marvel at an incredible collection of iconic cars; and the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, home to one of the largest private collections of WW1 aircraft.

This itinerary will be available on two different styles of coaches - Ultimate Small Group tours (20 seat) and Signature Mid-Size Group Tours (32 seat):

Travel "Business Class on Wheels" on a purpose built, state-of-the-art coach with a maximum of only 20 passengers and extensive onboard features. Indulge in premium 4.5 star hotel accommodation, personal service and value-added experiences.

Or travellers can experience the Premium Economy Comfort of a full-size coach, touring with a mid-size group of up to 32 people, fully escorted. Stay in 4 star hotel accommodation, all stylish, centrally located and offering deluxe service.

The Top of the South Island itinerary includes airfares and taxes, return airport transfers in New Zealand, stylish coach travel, 4 - 4.5 star hotel accommodation, most meals, sightseeing and attractions; meaning travellers do not have to worry about any hidden extras.

Book by 30 June 2023 and save $400 per couple

Let Grand Pacific Tours help you create travelling memories.

For more information contact Grand Pacific Tours on 1800 622 768 or visit https://www.grandpacifictours.com/top-of-the-south-island.