The dramatic nature of New Zealand and the Australian landscapes will take your breath away! Ancient glaciers, sublime lakes and soaring snowcapped peaks, along with boiling mud pools, steaming geysers and mountain peaks featuring diverse flora and fauna; all are ready for you to explore.
Some Of Our Favourite Glaciers, Lakes & Mountains Experiences
Itinerary Inspirations
These itineraries have been designed to inspire you with a small selection of the many unique adventures to be had in this beautiful region. Once you have a feel for the destinations and experiences that best resonate with you, we will tailor every element of your perfect luxury travel itinerary, exclusively for you.
Stretch Your Legs And Feed Your Soul.
- Inclusions
9 nights’ accommodation (1 night Spicers Balfour Hotel, 5 nights Spicers by Scenic Rim Trail, 3 nights Byron at Byron) inclusive of breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 5 dinners per person. Full-day private hosted foodie tour of Byron Bay, Rental vehicle including unlimited kilometres, insurance and GPS.
- Important Information
Scenic Rim Trail Walk operates March - November.
A fantastically scenic loop around the South Island
On this journey, circumnavigate the lower South Island for the very best of its jaw-dropping scenery. Starting and finishing in Christchurch, travel aboard the famous TranzAlpine train to the West Coast where you’ll hike the equally as famous Franz Josef Glacier, which carves its way down the mountainside into the lush rainforests of the West Coast. Continue to the Central Otago resort towns of Wanaka and Queenstown for visits to Milford Sound and the Mount Aspiring National Park. Then turn north for the wonderfully barren Mackenzie Country, home to azure blue lakes and the awe-inspiring Aoraki Mount Cook.
- Inclusions
9 nights’ accommodation (1 night The George, 2 nights Rainforest Retreat, 3 nights QT Queenstown, 2 nights The Hermitage, 1 night The George, all including breakfast daily), private car and driver transfers to and from airports and accommodations, TranzAlpine train from Christchurch to Greymouth, rental vehicle with full insurance, shared helihike on Franz Josef Glacier, Milford Sound excursion with return scenic flights and shared cruise on the fiord, shared Dart River jetboat experience, shared stargazing experience and shared Glacier Explorer cruise.
Take a luxurious weekend break to Huka Lodge
Iconic Huka Lodge has been drawing travellers to the Taupo region since the 1920’s, and has an impressive guest list including royalty, rockstars and world leaders alike. Enjoy the exquisitely manicured grounds, the luxurious designer rooms and the world famous service that has seen the lodge become perhaps the most famous in the country.
- Inclusions
3 nights’ accommodation (3 nights at Huka Lodge including breakfast, pre dinner drinks and dinner), 4 days rental vehicle including full insurance, and a private guided walk and cruise of Lake Taupo.
Take a weekend break to Minaret Station
Amazing Minaret Station is located in a private valley deep within the Southern Alps near Wanaka. Accessible only by helicopter, it’s hard to find a more remote setting! A multitude of activities are available, including hiking, mountain biking, fishing, skiing and helicopter trips to Mount Cook and Fiordland. Spend the day exploring and the afternoon enjoying the dramatic mountain scenery from your private hot tub on the deck of your chalet.
- Inclusions
3 nights’ accommodation (3 nights at Minaret Station including all meals and beverages), return helicopter transfers from Wanaka or Queenstown, and a private hiking guide.
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We have been blown away by everything - hotels, food, people, golf, wine - the list is endless. You did an amazing job
Planning a 7 week trip is daunting enough without the complications of COVID cancellations, rebookings, and closures. Yet every connection, every transportation detail, every accommodation, every meal, everything was flawless.
From our arrival in Sydney .. to our last stop in Queenstown .. we will carry with us the best memories of our trip and all of your efforts. The incredible private boat tours .. the bespoke wine tours with the best guides .. our accommodations .. and the excellent itinerary and pacing, made for a perfect trip.
We can't thank Southern Crossings enough for making this trip all, and more, than we had imagined. You allowed us to see the best of your countries: the people, the beauty, the culture. Five stars, a blue ribbon, and a gold medal to everyone at Southern Crossings!
