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Road trip · New Zealand

South Island Lakes

Head inland from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo, then continue through Twizel, Wānaka, and Arrowtown to Queenstown. A six-stop journey through the South Island’s lake country.

6 stops502 km / 312 mi7 hr 21 min driving
Saved route through Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Twizel, Wānaka, Arrowtown, Queenstown

Saved driving directions between six towns. Mountain roads and weather can affect the route; allow extra time for lake stops and walks. Estimated driving time excludes stops.

Christchurch → Queenstown

6 stops. Your pace.

No fixed travel dates. Follow the full itinerary or use it as your starting point.

  1. 01

    Christchurch

    Start here
  2. 02

    Lake Tekapo

    Along the way
  3. 03

    Twizel

    Along the way
  4. 04

    Wānaka

    Along the way
  5. 05

    Arrowtown

    Along the way
  6. 06

    Queenstown

    Finish here

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