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New Zealand South Island Holiday, Lord of the Rings Tour, New Zealand

Lord of the Rings Tours – View the amazing places where part of Lord of the Rings movie was filmed. Visit our New Zealand South Island Holiday Tours Web site and read the section about our Lord of the Rings tours.

Absolutely Fabulous Southern Lakes Tours Introduction

Absolutely Fabulous Southern Lakes Tours is the personal tour service that goes anywhere, anytime to suit your itinerary. All tours are exclusive with a high standard of personal service. Your guide, Rhys Warner, will ensure you don't miss a thing on a tour that is packed with stunning scenery and things to do.

Choose one of our New Zealand South Island holiday tours that suits you best or ask Rhys to customise a tour for you.

Tour destinations include all of the famous places New Zealand has to offer such as Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park, Mount Cook—New Zealand's highest mountain, Queenstown the adventure capital of the world and Kaikoura ecotours.

With our New Zealand South Island holiday tours, you will drive in comfort down the rugged west coast and visit the Fox and Franz Joseph glaciers, the world famous Pancake Rocks and Limestone caves.

Take a shopping break in Queenstown or Christchurch or sample the fine dining and entertainment in Christchurch, the South Island's largest city.

Available New Zealand South Island holiday tours:

• Southern Lakes Tour
• 7 Day (7 Night) South Island New Zealand Coast to Coast Tour
• 3 Day (4 Night) Lord of the Rings Tour
• Also: Dolphin Tour, Whale Watching Tour, Ski Field Transport

Personal tours mean you can be flexible during your tour, relax when you want to relax and take time to enjoy the beauty of New Zealand and the friendliness of the people.

Honeymoon or couples will enjoy the time they have together in our New Zealand South Island holiday tours—no driving or reading maps or booking ahead for accommodation. Your guide will take care of it all.

For further information about our Lord of the Rings Tour and other personal tours, please contact us or visit our New Zealand South Island holiday tours Web site.

3 Day (4 Night) Southern Lakes Tour

Day 1 – Christchurch to Queenstown (via Mackenzie Lakes). We leave from Christchurch and drive south passing lush green farmland of Canterbury where you will see lots of sheep, cattle and deer farms.

Day 2 – Te Anau and Milford Sound (Fiordland). Visit the beautiful Fiordland National park where we stop at the picturesque Lake Te Anau for photos and a bite to eat. Enjoy an exciting adventure exploring the mighty Fiords on a Milford Sound boat cruise. See waterfalls, Dolphins, Seals and much more.

Day 3 – Queenstown (and returning to Christchurch). Begin the day with a thrilling ride on the Shotover Jet Boat speeding through the deep canyons of the Shotover river. Enjoy a scenic Gondola ride to the Skyline Restaurant and Luge where you can take in the spectacular mountain and lake views.

7 Day (7 Night) South Island New Zealand Coast to Coast Tour

Day 1 – Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier (via Arthurs Pass). Leave Christchurch and drive west through the main divide to the unspoiled beauty of the West Coast.

Day 2 – Franz Josef Glacier. Visit the spectacular Franz Josef Glacier. A short walk takes us up close to waterfalls and the glacier for some great photos.

Day 3 – Deer Park Heights and Te Anau (Glow Worm Caves). Visit Deer Park Heights and see many animals plus take in the fabulous 360-degree views of Queenstown. You will also view filming locations from the Lord of the Rings movie.

Day 4 – Travel to Spectacular Milford Sound (Fiordland). Travel to the spectacular Milford Sounds and enjoy a Milford Sound boat cruise.

Day 5 – Return to Queenstown. Enjoy a thrill-seeking Jet Boat ride, scenic Gondola ride and an exhilarating ride on the Skyline Luge. An enjoyable way to finish your day in Queenstown.

Day 6 – Travel to Christchurch. See picturesque Lake Pukaki with spectacular views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, spend some time taking photo's at Lake Tekapo and drive past lush green farmland of Canterbury.

Day 7 – Christchurch. Explore the beautiful garden city of Christchurch. This includes the Museum, Botanical gardens and more!

3 Day (4 Night) Lord of the Rings Tour

Day 1 – Christchurch to Queenstown (via Southern Alps and Lakes). View the countryside where the Pelennor fields battles took place from the Return of the King. Further south, we take you to the River Anduin and also to the location of the Pillars of the Kings.

Day 2 – Te Anau and Milford Sound (Fiordland). Visit the beautiful Fiordland National Park and enjoy an exciting adventure exploring the mighty Fiords on a Milford Sound boat cruise.

Day 3 – Queenstown (and returning to Christchurch). View more Lord of the Rings sites and enjoy a thrilling ride on the Shotover Jet Boat speeding through the deep canyons of the Shotover river. An adrenalin rush to remember.

Accommodation

All accommodation on the tours is four-star unless otherwise requested. Transfers to your accommodation and around town are included.

For the most complete personal tour of the South Island of New Zealand with a guide who knows the country very well contact Rhys Warner at the details provided.

For further information about our Lord of the Rings Tour and other personal tours, please contact us or visit our New Zealand South Island holiday tours Web site.

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