On Sat, 22 Nov 2003 15:10:41 +1000, "traveller"
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>Mike <> wrote in message
>news:...
>> My wife and I are finalizing an itinerary for a trip to New Zealand.
>> We have 9 days to spend in the south and would appreciate some advice
>> on where to go and how to get there. ..... >
>> Christchurch Area /Kaikoura
>> Arthurs Pass
>> Franz Josef Glacier
>> Mt. Cook
>> Queenstown Area/Milford Sound
>Too much for the time you have.
>Hire a camper as it will extend your flexibility.
>Perhaps C'hurch to the west coast down to Wanaka, up via Mt cook to C'hurch.
The poster states they are open jaw ie: arr CHC; dep ZQN.
Cath
>Kiakoura maybe if time permits, but it would be an awful rush. That route
>would provide plenty of walk opportunities, even a jet boat ride.
>We learnt on our trip that everywhere takes longer to get to than planned -
>winding hilly roads slow you down considerable (a chance to enjoy the
>scenery!!)
>Traveller