NEW ZEALAND
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 • Swap rain forest for pounding surf at Munro Beach and search for pounamu, the native jade • Explore a World Heritage area where you can hike or kayak with a naturalist on Lake Moeraki. » Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki - Casual 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 • Experience Milford Sound, New Zealand’s most famous fjord, on an optional excursion • Discover the historic charm of Arrowtown, a quaint gold mining town. » Millbrook Resort - Premiere
ARTHUR’S PASS NATIONAL PARK
Arthur’s Pass
Tasman Sea
Franz Josef
Munro Beach
Lake Matheson
Christchurch
Lake Moeraki
MOUNT ASPIRING NATIONAL PARK
Lake Wanaka
SYDNEY
Queenstown
Arrowtown
Lake Wakatipu
9 Days Activity Levels 1-4 Casual Hotels $6,699 to $7,399 / person double occ. Premiere Hotels $7,599 to $8,399 / person double occ. See web for date-specific pricing. Choose a Trip for • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Women’s Adventures • Your Private Group o \ Search NZSW on backroads.com
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