The adventure starts here. For both your clients and you because Infinity Holidays has got the goods again with four iconic road trips through Aotearoa New Zealand’s spectacular South Island. From wine lovers to thrill seekers, there’s something for everyone. Including you, if you’re lucky enough to nab a spot on their upcoming NZ South Island famil!
Infinity Holidays has partnered with the legends at Christchurch Airport to bring you four incredible self-drive itineraries. From wine-inspired routes to a chance to stand in awe at ancient glaciers and witness the spectacular Southern Alps firsthand, it’s clear that South Island road leads to unforgettable adventures!
With daily direct flights to Christchurch Airport from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast, the Garden City is an obvious choice to start all South Island explorations.
Road trip the South Island
With four intriguing highway routes to entice – Wine, Scenic, Glacier, and the Ultimate roadie – it’s easy to find a match for your client’s New Zealand travel goals.
With alpine passes, pristine lakes, hot tubs, helicopter rides, iconic landmarks and more, these four enthralling South Island self-drive itineraries are ready to go – and easy to adapt in true Infinity Holidays style.
Here’s everything you need to know about these Infinity packages:
The Wine Highway
The Wine Highway tours the South Island’s northern world-class, world-famous wineries. Departing north from Ōtatahui Christchurch, the bucolic Waipara wine region and marine wonders of Kaikōura wow, before a full-day Marlborough wine tour in Blenheim.
The country’s sunniest spot – Nelson – follows before an inland drive to soak in New Zealand’s most famous thermal waters at Hanmer Hot Springs.
The Wine Highway self-drive tour includes:
- 2 nights in Christchurch
- 1 night in Kaikōura
- 1 night in Blenheim with Marlborough Wine tour
- 2 nights in Nelson
- 1 night in Hanmer Springs
- Return entry Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
- 8 days car hire (pick-up/drop off Christchurch Airport)
From $1,199 per person twin share. Use Helio code IH50401 to book.
The Scenic Highway
Ōtatauhi Christchurch has it all: charm, culture, and good looks! Whether discovering the vibrant murals, wandering the lush gardens, or sampling the city’s tasty treats, it’s the perfect starting point for this 8-day self-drive journey.
Next, the UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve at stunning Lake Tekapo appeals, with stargazing and hot springs are two Tekapo must-dos. It’s followed by two nights to soak up the majesty of Mount Cook and a spectacular helicopter ride in Twizel! The trip round the trip out with a night in Queenstown, the Adventure Capital of the World.
The Scenic Highway package includes:
- 1 night in Christchurch
- 1 night in Lake Tekapo with Dark Sky Experience tour
- 2 nights in Mount Cook
- 1 night in Twizel with Alpine Vista helicopter flight
- 1 night in Queenstown
- 7-day car hire (pick-up/drop off Christchurch Airport)
From $1,649 per person twin share. Use Helio code IH50212 to book.
The Glacier Highway
Perfect for nature lovers, this exciting 10-day package kicks off in Christchurch at the fascinating International Antarctic Centre, followed by a drive to the iconic thermal waters at Hanmer Springs.
Onwards across the Southern Alps, the west coast offers treats like Punakaiki’s famous Pancake Rocks, Hokitika’s gold mining heritage, and a scenic flight over the mesmerising Franz Josef Glacier.
This epic road trip concludes with enthralling Queenstown and a cruise to see the “8th wonder of the world”, Milford Sound.
The Glacier Highway package includes:
- 2 nights in Christchurch with general admission to the International Antarctic Centre
- 1 night in Hanmer Springs
- 1 night in Punakaiki
- 1 night in Hokitika
- 1 night in Franz Josef Glacier with scenic flight
- 1 night in Queenstown
- Milford Sound Cruise on Haven
- 9 days car hire (pick-up/drop off Christchurch Airport)
From $1,699 per person twin share. Use Helio code IH50208 to book.
The Ultimate Highway
This comprehensive self-drive itinerary follows an idyllic route taking in New Zealand’s top attractions over 15 awesome days. With thrills, mind-melding landscapes, and exceptional food and wine, this is how you see the South Island.
Tour highlights include a Marlborough tour in Blenheim, a scenic flight over Franz Josef Glacier, and the million-star views in Lake Tekapo’s International Dark Sky Zone.
The Ultimate Highway package includes:
- 1 night in Christchurch
- 1 night in Hanmer Springs
- 1 night in Blenheim with a Marlborough Wine tour
- 2 nights in Nelson
- 1 night in Punakaiki
- 1 night in Hokitika
- 1 night in Franz Josef Glacier with scenic flight
- 2 nights in Queenstown
- 2 nights in Lake Tekapo with Virtual Stargazing Experience
- 14 days car hire (pick-up/drop off Christchurch Airport)
From $2,799 per person twin share, use Helio code IH50402 to book.
Who said you couldn’t have your lolly cake and eat it?
Infinity Holidays make it easy to plan, sell, and book your client’s South Island road trips! Head to Helio, their dynamic agent portal, your go-to resource for packages, curated itineraries, and special offers.
Win a South Island famil
If the above itineraries have sent you into daydream mode about touring the South Island, we’ve got the best news: you can WIN a fam spot!
Every booking you make during March (yes, even the ones before you read this), puts you in the running to go on Infinity Holidays’ fab South Island fam!
If you win, you’ll join five peers on an unreal adventure.
This prize will be drawn in April 2025.
Discover more
View the full range of New Zealand South Island itineraries here.
To speak with a knowledgeable agent, call 1800 003 903 or email sales@infinityholidays.com.au.
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T&Cs apply: The New Zealand South Island Agent Famil will be awarded to the two (2) top-selling agents based on all bookings made through Infinity Holidays between 03 March and 30 April 2025. Additionally, three (3) lucky draw winners will be selected from agents who book New Zealand South Island with Infinity Holidays during the same period. Winner will be drawn at the beginning of May 2025. No registration is required. Infinity Holidays and its partners’ decisions are final, and no correspondence will be entered into. Prizes are non-transferable, not exchangeable, and have no monetary value. All components are subject to availability. Infinity Holidays and its promotion partners will not be liable for any taxation, including FBT, that may arise as a result of winning.
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