Backroads 2024-25 Winter Adventures

WALKING & HIKING

NEW ZEALAND

ARTHUR’S PASS NATIONAL PARK

DAYS 1–2 Tramp through the spectacularly beautiful South Island • As you ascend Bealey Spur, soak up views of snowcapped peaks and the braided Waimakariri River • Bird-lovers—look for tiny riflemen and alpine parrots. » Wilderness Lodge Arthur’s Pass - Casual DAY 3 Climb through a mountain beech forest to a magical alpine garden in a glacier-hewn valley • Mighty mountains tower above as you make your way to the summit of Arthur’s Pass—the striking beauty of the area is undeniable. » Te Waonui Forest Retreat - Premiere DAYS 4–5 Hike to Franz Josef Glacier • Explore a World Heritage area where you can hike, swim or kayak with a naturalist on Lake Moeraki • Experience Milford Sound, New Zealand’s most famous fjord, on an optional excursion. » Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki - Casual shown bottom right DAYS 6–7 Discover the stunning landscape of the surrounding Alps and catch a spectacular view of Lake Wanaka • Wind through a dazzling valley and traverse a swing bridge to the Rob Roy hanging glacier—a quintessential New Zealand hiking experience! » Edgewater Resort Hotel - Casual DAYS 8–9 Take in the vistas at the top of Rocky Mountain • Explore the Central Otago wine region, famous for producing exceptional Pinot Noir • Discover the historic charm of Arrowtown, a quaint gold mining town. » Millbrook Resort - Premiere So many spectacular views. Incredible moments. From glistening Franz Josef Glacier to shimmering Lake Wanaka. After this, your next vacation will have big shoes to fill. Coast & Mountains from Christchurch to Queenstown NEW ZEALAND SOUTH ISLAND

Arthur’s Pass

Tasman Sea

Franz Josef

Munro Beach

Fox Glacier

Christchurch

Lake Moeraki

MOUNT ASPIRING NATIONAL PARK

Lake Wanaka

Queenstown

SYDNEY

Lake Wakatipu

9 DAYS ACTIVITY LEVELS 1-4 ACCOMMODATIONS Casual Hotels $6,199 to $7,399 per person double occ. CHOOSE A TRIP FOR • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Women’s Adventures NEW! • Families with Older Teens & 20s • Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond • Your Private Group Price & availability varies based on date & group size o \ Search NZSW on backroads.com

Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki

877.462.2848 | 7–5 Monday–Friday, 7–3 weekends PT |

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