Commencing and concluding in Christchurch this 11 days 10 nights New Zealand South Island golf tour takes in the scenic central South Island, Queenstown and Dunedin. The combination of some of New Zealand’s international courses and quality country courses allows plenty of variety as well as having ample opportunity for additional activities.
This Group Tour does not have scheduled departure dates. Tours are arranged on request for groups of 8 or more
- Day 1
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Arrive Christchurch
Upon arrival at Christchurch International Airport your coach will be waiting to transfer you approx 1 hour south west of Christchurch to Terrace Downs Resort in the Rakaia River Gorge. This evening a group dinner has been arranged.
Should your flight arrive in the morning it is possible to have a game on one of Christchurch's many golf courses before making your way to Terrace Downs Resort
Terrace Downs Resort
- Day 2
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Terrace Downs to Lake Tekapo – Golf at Terrace Downs Resort
Tee off this morning at Terrace Downs Resort in the Rakaia River Gorge. Magnificent scenery surrounds you as the quiet solitude of the countryside lets you relax and concentrate on your game.
The course sits at an altitude of 450 meters, has four-position tees, generously wide fairways, but 70 bunkers, numerous grass hazards and eight lakes. Terrace Downs is a course that has gained a fantastic reputation in New Zealand golfing circles.
After golf travel through the picturesque South Canterbury to Lake Tekapo.
Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook
- Day 3
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Lake Tekapo to Queenstown
This morning you journey south through the golden tussock country of the Lindis Pass to Cromwell and the historic gold mining region of the rugged Kawarau Gorge.
Stop off in the historical township of Arrowtown for lunch before arriving at your accommodation in Queenstown
Queenstown
- Day 4
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Golf at Millbrook
Play 18 holes of golf at Millbrook Resort this morning. One of the finest and most scenically stunning New Zealand golf courses Millbrook Resort features a mixture of undulating to rolling fairways, each hole having its own strategic scenic feature. It has four-tee positions, open fairways, demanding hazards, including more than 60 bunkers, and meandering waterways.
After golf enjoy an exhilarating jetboat ride on the Shotover Jet
Millbrook Resort
- Day 5
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Golf at Jacks Point
The course at Jacks Point is set within one thousand acres of unspoiled rolling grasslands, montane highlands and spreading downs. This brand new golf course is bounded by the Remarkables mountain range and Lake Wakatipu.
It traverses through wetland to the lake edge encountering steep bluffs, indigenous vegetation and wildlife. It is designed to work with nature, not against it. Fairways are designed with minimal excavation and careful plantings to complement the natural environment, but also to give the golfer a fighting chance.
Tonight Dine in Style - add a bit of Culture. While experiencing the best views in the region - a spectacular 220 degree panorama, with breathtaking views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables mountain range and across Lake Wakatipu to Cecil and Walter Peaks; enjoy a sumptuous dinner in the Skyline Restaurant. Add a touch of New Zealand's indigenous culture with the live Kiwi Haka Maori performance - an authentic and powerful experience
Jacks Point Golf Course
- Day 6
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Milford Sound Nature Cruise
Milford Sound is often described as the eighth wonder of the world. It is set in the Fiordland National Park, on the west coast of the South Island.
You will have an early departure this morning and follow the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau before travelling the Eglinton and Hollyfield Valleys to Homer Tunnel and Milford Sound for a Nature Cruise before returning to Queenstown later today. Enjoy this beautiful fiord, viewing waterfalls, hanging valleys and mile high Mitre Peak.
Milford Sound
- Day 7
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Queenstown to Dunedin
Leave Queenstown this morning and travel to Dunedin. Just out of Queenstown a series of historic reserves and walkways will help you to unearth the stories from Central Otago's gold rush glory days.
From here it’s onto Clyde and views of the Clyde Dam, the largest concrete gravity dam in New Zealand. The lake formed by the dam, Lake Dunstan, is 26.4 square km in size. Alexandra is a prosperous, attractive town. Walk up to the huge clock on the hill and explore the gold mining displays at the local museum.
Dunedin
- Day 8
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Golf at Chisholm Park Golf Links
Play 18 holes of golf on Chisholm Park Links course. This 'links' course in this traditional Scottish area is a gem to play. While not particularly long, the design of the holes through the sand dunes requires good shot making. The undulating terrain and its coastal climate offset the lack of length. Along the top of the holes 8, 9, 10 and 11 provide some spectacular ocean views to be found on any golf course. There is only one real hazard on the golf course and that is the Pacific Ocean on the left side of the 9th fairway.
After golf this afternoon you will take in some of the sights of Dunedin
Chisholm Park Golf Club
- Day 9
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Dunedin to Christchurch
This morning follow the coastline north towards Christchurch. Stop and view the Moeraki Boulders are a number of huge spherical stones, found strewn along a stretch of Koekohe Beach near Moeraki, These boulders are grey-coloured septarian concretions which have been exposed through shoreline erosion from black mudstone coastal cliffs that back the beach.
After stopping for lunch in Timaru you’ll drive into Temuka, a town that produces high quality pottery Ashburton, which sits between the Rakaia and Rangitata rivers is a good place for afternoon tea. It has about six museums and some excellent craft galleries.
Christchurch
- Day 10
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Golf at Clearwater Resort
Your final round of golf is at the Clearwater Resort Course. There are elements of links and parkland golf at the Clearwater course with an abundance of water. Natural springs and crystal clear streams that are teeming with trout feed the resort’s 15 hectares of lakes. There are five-position tees, including the championship tees, and is the home of the New Zealand PGA Championship.
This afternoon is at leisure for optional sightseeing and to explore what Christchurch has to offer. Perhaps visit the Anglican Cathedral, Town Hall, and the Arts Centre or perhaps take a tram ride around Christchurch City or enjoy punting on the Avon River.
A final night dinner has been arranged to finish off your tour.
Clearwater Golf Club
- Day 11
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Depart New Zealand
Today your tour ends. . Depending on your flight departure we recommend a visit to the Antarctic Attraction re-creating the atmosphere and environment of Antarctica. Visit the Blue Penguin Encounter with its centre piece being a 70,000 liters pool, the Encounter allows you to view the Little Blue Penguins in a Banks Peninsula themed environment is recommended
Your coach will transfer you to Christchurch airport where you will board your onward flight. We trust you have had a wonderful time in our country and return home with many great memories.
This Group Tour does not have scheduled departure dates. Tours are arranged on request for groups of 8 or more
We are happy to add or delete days and activities to ensure your holiday is the best it possibly can be.
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