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 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.
- 01
Christchurch
Start here - 02
Lake Tekapo
Along the way - 03
Twizel
Along the way - 04
Wānaka
Along the way - 05
Arrowtown
Along the way - 06
Queenstown
Finish here
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