| Day 1: Queenstown - Fox Glacier |
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- Kawarau Gorge with gold rush relics from 1860's
- beautiful lakes Wanaka and Hawea
- Makarora, gateway to the Mount Aspiring National Park
- cross Haast Pass to the township of Haast
- spectacular ocean views from Knights Point
- Fox Glacier in the heart of the Westland National Park
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| Day 2: Fox Glacier Walk |
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- morning guided walk on Fox Glacier
- a close up experience of the spectacular features on this huge river of ice
- duration 3.5 - 4 hours
- a heli-hike option is also available - details on request
- afternoon at leisure
Suggested Sightseeing:
- a helicopter flight over the glaciers and mountain peaks
- local native bush walks
- beautiful Lake Matheson
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| Day 3: Fox Glacier - Greymouth - Christchurch |
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- drive through native forests to Greymouth
- coach option - TranzAlpine train to Christchurch over great viaducts & through tunnels
- cross the Canterbury Plains
- self drive option - cross Arthur's Pass to Christchurch (train option available - see below)
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Extra days available on request. Can be travelled in reverse.
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