Christchurch to Queenstown 2-Day Tour via Franz Josef
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Franz Josef Glacier's stunning ice formations
- Marvel at the breathtaking views of Lake Wanaka
- Discover the beauty of Thunder Creek Falls
- Experience the serene Bruce Bay with its unique black sand beaches
- Enjoy the picturesque Ships Creek and its surrounding landscapes
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Fully guided small group tour
- Lunch on both days
- Accommodation for one night
- Child seat rental (NZ$20.00 per person)
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Child seat rental is available for NZ$20.00 per person; please request in advance.
- Ensure you have travel insurance that covers outdoor activities.
- Be prepared for moderate physical activity, including walking on uneven surfaces.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for various terrains.
- Bring a waterproof jacket and layers to adapt to changing weather conditions.
- Don't forget your camera to capture the breathtaking landscapes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Drop off off in Fox Glacier is not avaialble - we reccomend booking accommodation in Franz Josef
- Due to uneven surfaces & a moderate amount of walking being involved, this tour is not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties, or wheelchair users
Traveler reviews
Incredible scenery at stopovers
My tour was the other way round from Queenstown to Franz Josef (Day 1) and Franz Josef to Christchurch (Day 2) Day 1: Picked up by Niki, greeted with a marvelous smile. Becoz it's only two of us, we had the a private tour and Niki's stopovers were incredible This leg has many scenic stopovers and short walks. Walking through the rainforests felt very spiritual. This is a must-tour if you like to just breathe in the nice air and capture the amazing moments either through your phones or just your eyes! Niki shared much history and is well versed in the botanical and fauna of the South Island. Really glad to have her! Oh yes the Thunder Creek Falls is just wow... Day 2: Picked up by Logan, greeted with a great macho smile 😆. This leg consisted of many underrated stopovers along the West Coast en route to Greymouth. I thought the stopovers at Blue Pools and Hokitika with the beach were just great. Just short walks and not too strenuous. Stopped at Greymouth for the Transalpine scenic train ride to Christchurch. Actually I thought the Transalpine train ride was ok (perhaps Cheeky Kiwi could continue the route from Greymouth to Christchurch lol) Eric (20-21 Oct 2026)
It was amazingly...
It was amazingly beautiful and so interesting. I am so glad I got to experience all these places!!!!
Amazing experience, highly recommended
This was an amazing two-day tour starting in Christchurch and ending in Queenstown, taking us to see the amazing sights of Arthur's Pass, Franz Josef, Wanaka, and everything in between! The road trip along the way is an adventure in itself, full of amazing views! The first day was led by Joel, a young tour guide who is very friendly and knowledgeable and provided lots of explaantions along the way. The second day was led by Danny, who really took good care of the group and made sure we had good views of a couple of glaciers!
Fantastic trip!!!
Great trip, nice stops along the way where you can walk to great lookout points and take pictures. Had fantastic guides, Rosie and Lynette, and lots of information about the area and NZ in general.
Amazing time
Great fun lots of walks Rosie and Colin were amazing very knowledgeable interesting we had the best time