Dunedin
The Otago coast stretches from the Waitaki River north of Oamaru to the mighty Clutha River south of Dunedin. Dunedin's dramatic hills surround a long, natural harbour, which attracted Maori settlers to the site over four centuries ago. More recently the area was settled by whalers, gold miners and migrants from Scotland and China. Memorable for its historical architecture, Dunedin is one of the best preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere. On the doorstep of the city, you can find incredible wildlife - the world's rarest penguins, a mainland albatross colony, fur seals and sea lions.
The Clutha district, gateway to the deep south, provides rural experiences, superb fishing and wildlife adventures along majestic sweeping beaches.
Accommodation from prices shown are per person based on 2 people sharing a room for 3 nights and do not include transfers.
8-Day Taste of South Island (self-drive)
A really good 8-day circular trip starting and finishing in Christchurch and touching on some of the incredible scenery and sights of this, the most majestic of Islands anywhere in the world.
tour only price from£715
8-Day Southern Experience
Spend 8 days discovering New Zealand's South Island with its stunning lakes, snow capped mountains and amazing glaciers. Highlights include visiting Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo.
tour only price from£999
13-Day South Island Wonders (self-drive)
For those who only have a 2 week holiday in New Zealand, then your best bet is to head straight for the South Island. This tour is our most popular, with accommodation choices galore.
tour only price from£1085
9-Day South Island Premier Coach Tour
A great Premier Escorted tour around the beautiful scenic spots of New Zealand's South Island.
tour only price from£1889
8-Day Southern Odyssey and Stewart Island
A nature lover’s delight! Get close and personal with albatross and penguins, visit Ulva Island bird sanctuary on Stewart Island and experience the natural wonders of the Catlins and Dunedin.
tour only price from£2165
14-Day Drive and Hike around the South Island B&B (self-drive)
If you like walking this tour has been carefully handpicked just for you. This incredible journey takes you to many of New Zealand's South Island scenic areas and includes several great day walks.
tour only price from£2235
The Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, Dunedin
The Scenic Hotel Southern Cross enjoys a premium location in the heart of Dunedin's bustling city centre, and is the perfect location from which to explore Dunedin - just a short walk to The Octagon, Railway Station, theatres and shops, and close to Otago University.
3 nights from£165
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in Dunedin
- Catch the Taieri Gorge Railway for an excursion around the region.
- Take a tour of Speights Brewery, home of the South Island's favourite beer.
- Catch a cruise to see albatross, seals, blue penguins, Cormorants and other interesting wildlife.
- Drive the absolute-water's-edge road that runs from Dunedin to the mouth of the Taieri River.
- Fish for brown trout and salmon in the lower reaches of the Clutha River.
"Well worth the visit and you've got to take a tour of Speights Brewery..."
