South Island | New Zealand
It's all about the natural beauty on a Travelmarvel holiday to New Zealand's South Island, from bright blue lakes to crystal-clear fiords, golden vineyards and a magnificent collection of snow-dusted peaks. Stargaze at Lake Tekapo, cruise Milford Sound/Piopiotahi and soar to the top of Queenstown’s highest peak. This is just the tip of the glacier. There’s so much more waiting for you.
Natural Wonders
From a Milford Sound /Piopiotahi cruise to your room overlooking Lake Tekapo at Peppers Bluewater Resort, every Travelmarvel journey is centred around South Island’s mountains, lakes and glaciers.
Food and Wine
Join us for culinary experiences that showcase New Zealand's delicious food and award-winning wines, from Queenstown's famous Fergburger to a three-course dinner at Lake Tekapo.
Rooms with Views
Wake up in some seriously special places including Copthorne Hotel on Lake Wakatipu in central Queenstown and Peppers Bluewater Resort, a stone’s throw from Lake Tekapo’s shores.
Highlights in this Region
Milford Sound/Piopiotahi Cruise
Considered the most scenic region in the country, Fiordland is an obligatory stop on the South Island. The crowning jewel is the World Heritage-listed fiord, Milford Sound/Piopiotahi. You'll be blown away by the scenery during a full-day cruise past hulking mountains and waterfalls.
FergBurger
Enjoy a world-famous burger at Queenstown’s famous FergBurger. Savour a meal made with the very best produce, hand-made daily with fresh ingredients. Other venues included are Fergbaker, Mrs Ferg, or Ferg’s Bar.
The Interislander Ferry
Making your way from the North Island to the South will be one of your favourite parts of your holiday thanks to the Interislander Ferry. The three-and-a-half-hour trip through the Marlborough and Queen Charlotte Sounds is regarded as one of the most picturesque ferry rides in the world.
Stay at Fox Glacier
Home to Fox and Franz Josef glaciers, Westland Tai Poutini National Park runs from the Southern Alps to the Tasman sea on the west coast of the South Island. The advance of these two glaciers has created astonishing scenery of immense valleys and majestic craggy peaks that tower above you.
South Island Holidays
New Zealand Getaway
Auckland to Christchurch
from $4,695 USD pp
15 Days
22 Meals
New Zealand Discoverer
Auckland to Christchurch
from $3,945 USD pp
12 Days
18 Meals
New Zealand Rail Adventure
Auckland to Christchurch
from $5,095 USD pp
15 Days
24 Meals
Southern Escape
Christchurch Return
from $2,645 USD pp
8 Days
12 Meals
New Zealand Getaway
Auckland to Christchurch
from $4,695 USD pp
15 Days
22 Meals
New Zealand Discoverer
Auckland to Christchurch
from $3,945 USD pp
12 Days
18 Meals
New Zealand Rail Adventure
Auckland to Christchurch
from $5,095 USD pp
15 Days
24 Meals
Southern Escape
Christchurch Return
from $2,645 USD pp
8 Days
12 Meals
Our Fleet
South Island Rail Journeys
What’s not to love about a New Zealand rail journey? You’ll cherish every moment on the Coastal Pacific and the world-famous TranzAlpine Train across the Southern Alps.
Featured Articles
New Zealand’s Top Natural Wonders
With scenery that can only be described as cinematic just a short international flight away, you’ll want to pop New Zealand at the top of your list. Christie Sinclair names the natural wonders you can't miss.
Read Article
New Zealand's Most Beautiful Rail Journeys
Gary Walsh explores how rail journeys can reveal New Zealand's finest perspectives.
Read Article
New Zealand's Mackenzie Legend
In New Zealand’s picture-perfect Mackenzie Region, Ben Groundwater tells the story of local folk hero James Mackenzie.
Read Article
New Zealand’s Top Natural Wonders
With scenery that can only be described as cinematic just a short international flight away, you’ll want to pop New Zealand at the top of your list. Christie Sinclair names the natural wonders you can't miss.
Read Article
New Zealand's Most Beautiful Rail Journeys
Gary Walsh explores how rail journeys can reveal New Zealand's finest perspectives.
Read Article
New Zealand's Mackenzie Legend
In New Zealand’s picture-perfect Mackenzie Region, Ben Groundwater tells the story of local folk hero James Mackenzie.
Read ArticleExplore More
New Zealand's North Island
Explore the geysers of Rotorua, sail across the sub-tropical Bay of Islands or meet the animals at the Agrodome in New Zealand's North Island.
New Zealand
Discover all that New Zealand has to offer on a premium escorted Travelmarvel tour. You'll be stunned by majestic scenery, captivated by small towns and big cities alike, and impressed by the strength of Maori culture.
Australia
Just across 'the ditch', Australia's astonishing range of landscapes enthrals visitors, from the green tropics to the Red Centre, and the rugged coastline of the Kimberley to Tasmania's wilderness and gourmet food and wine.