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Breathtaking mountain scenery and excellent course design characterise the top golf courses on the South Island, and this 10-day tour showcases a fantastic set of courses each nestled in stunning surrounds.
Play these courses on the 10 Day South Island Self-Drive Golf Tour:
From the moment you begin planning, our golf tours are designed to provide a seamless, all-inclusive New Zealand travel experience. Luxury lodge and 5-star accommodation throughout your stay surrounds you with exquisite comfort, with exclusive sightseeing tours, a selection of gourmet meals, a premium rental car, and all green fees also included.
Intended for those who prefer to travel without a guide, our self-drive golf tours allow you to explore at your own pace. Non-golfing partners will enjoy the flexibility to sample the diverse range of tours and activities on offer in each destination.
Arrive in Christchurch, where you will collect your rental car from the airport and make your way south to Terrace Downs.
Tucked at the foothills of the Southern Alps, beside the mighty Rakaia River, the spacious and luxurious rooms at Terrace Downs open out to balconies with sweeping mountain views.
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Stay 2 nights at Terrace Downs.
Playing through sheltered parkland and beside exposed clifftops overlooking the Rakaia River, Terrace Downs is one of the best mountain courses in New Zealand. Designed by Sid Puddicombe, the course is captivating throughout, with unique holes and fantastic scenery.
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As you cross into the Mackenzie Basin today, some of the most remarkable scenery in New Zealand unfolds around you. From the vivid turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki to the snowcapped spine of the Southern Alps, this is an incredible part of the country.
Venture close to the staggering peaks on an unforgettable scenic helicopter flight that takes you past Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain. Encounter chalky glacial lakes, icebergs, hanging glaciers, and the dense forest of the West Coast, with a snow landing that immerses you in the grandeur of your surrounds.
Your accommodation tonight lies at the southern end of Lake Pukaki, overlooking the turquoise waters and the towering peaks beyond. Floor to ceiling windows capture the staggering views from each of the rooms at Lakestone Lodge. During your stay, enjoy a full cooked breakfast and three-course dinner daily.
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Stay 2 nights at Lakestone Lodge.
Relax and enjoy the splendour of the Mackenzie Basin today from your luxurious base at Lakestone Lodge. You may wish to make a day trip to Lake Tekapo to play a round of golf at The Cairns, or visit Mount Cook Village to walk trails tucked at the foot of the mountains. Lakestone Lodge also offers complimentary mountain bikes if you wish to ride a portion of the famous Alps2Ocean cycle trail that passes close to the property.
This evening, enjoy a relaxed and informative stargazing experience in the world-renowned Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve. Snuggle under woolen blankets on a reclining chair and indulge in complimentary mulled wine, hot chocolate, tea, or coffee as you take in uninterrupted views of the night sky. With the naked eye and the aid of a telescope, view and learn stories about the constellations, the Milky Way, other galaxies, and planetary features such as the rings on Saturn or Jupiter and the moons orbiting Jupiter depending on the time of year.
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Continue south over the Lindis Pass today to reach Wanaka, an idyllic mountain town set beside the shores of Lake Wanaka.
Stay at the luxurious Marina Terrace apartments overlooking the lakefront, situated in a premium location just beside the town centre. Spacious and elegant, the apartments each open out to balconies or courtyards. The apartment complex includes a heated indoor swimming pool, spa pool, and private gym.
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Stay 2 nights in Wanaka.
Situated in an elevated location overlooking the lake and the surrounding mountains, Wanaka Golf Course boasts some of the best views of any golf course in New Zealand. Flowing across the natural shape of the land, the course is split into two sets of nine holes that each opened in a different year and represent a different aspect of the landscape. The front nine monopolizes the best views, following a hilltop that opens out toward the township below, while the back nine plays in the shadow of Mount Iron, lined by trees that suggest more of a parkland style.
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Make your way over the Crown Range today to Queenstown, often referred to as the golf capital of New Zealand. Here you will find three championship golf courses set in awe-inspiring surrounds.
If you wish to play all three of the top Queenstown golf courses, you have the option to add on a round of golf at The Hills this afternoon.
Stay at The Rees Hotel, a sophisticated 5-star hotel rising from the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Offering an authentic New Zealand experience, The Rees Hotel combines the rustic ambience of a mountain lodge with plush furnishings and exquisitely designed rooms.
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Stay 4 nights in Queenstown.
Take to the skies on a scenic flight through the awe-inspiring landscapes of Mount Aspiring National Park and Fiordland National Park. Braided rivers, towering peaks, lush native forest, and glaciers stretch below as you leave behind the bustle of Queenstown and venture deep into the untouched wilderness beyond.
Land at Milford Sound, where you will join a scenic cruise that travels the length of the fiord, taking in staggering views of Mitre Peak along the way. Experience the power of a waterfall that thunders into the fathomless depths of the fiord and encounter wildlife in the sheltered waters. On your return flight, travel a different route back to Queenstown to take in further scenery.
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Tucked between the shores of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables, Jack’s Point commands a premium location with superb views in every direction. The John Darby-designed course takes its inspiration from the natural flow of the land, incorporating steep bluffs, wetlands, native tussock grasses, and schist outcrops. Expertly designed, the course is both challenging and memorable.
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Finish up your New Zealand golf tour with a round at the Millbrook Remarkables course, which plays across immaculately presented greens. Elevated tee shots capture the best of the impressive mountain scenery, while abundant water features add an element of challenge to the course.
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Make your way to Queenstown Airport today to drop off your rental car for your departure flight.
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Then talk to our team today to plan a New Zealand golf tour individually tailored to you and your budget.
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