New Zealand's South Island
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 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 cruise to your room overlooking Lake Tekapo, 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 lunch overlooking Queenstown 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.
Our Fleet
South Island Rail Adventures
What’s not to love about a New Zealand rail journey? You’ll cherish every moment on the Coastal Pacific, the TranzAlpine Train and the Taieri Gorge Railway.
All-Inspiring Experiences
Milford Sound 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 fjord, Milford Sound. You'll be blown away by the scenery during a full-day cruise past hulking mountains and waterfalls.
Mackenzie Country Dinner
From farm to fork, net to plate, vineyard to glass, the flavours of New Zealand produce are an experience in their own right. On South Island, you’ll be treated to some of the best Mackenzie Country produce during dinner at Rakinui Restaurant at Peppers Bluewater Resort.
The Interislander Ferry
Making your way from the North Island to the South is 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 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.
New Zealand Trips
Southern Escape
Christchurch Return
8 Days
12 Meals
New Zealand Rail Adventure
Auckland to Christchurch
15 Days
23 Meals
New Zealand Discoverer
Auckland to Christchurch
12 Days
18 Meals
New Zealand Getaway
Auckland to Christchurch
15 Days
22 Meals
Southern Escape
Christchurch Return
8 Days
12 Meals
New Zealand Rail Adventure
Auckland to Christchurch
15 Days
23 Meals
New Zealand Discoverer
Auckland to Christchurch
12 Days
18 Meals
New Zealand Getaway
Auckland to Christchurch
15 Days
22 Meals
Explore 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.
Premium Accommodation
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