Traveling the South Island of New Zealand in the right order, plan your next trip right

Attention to those planning to visit New Zealand's South Island! This "7 days 6 nights in-depth loop" starting from Queenstown avoids backtracking, covering glaciers, lakes, starry skies, castles... both off-the-beaten-path and classic spots, perfect for the lazy traveler to sleep in naturally! . 📸【Must-Visit Checklist】 Glenorchy Redwoods + Paradise Road | Filming location of "The Lord of the Rings" Wanaka Lone Tree | Lake reflection + snow-capped mountains backdrop Kawarau Bridge | Birthplace of bungee jumping Lake Tekapo + Church of the Good Shepherd | Stargazing in the dark sky reserve Lake Pukaki "Blue Milk Lake" + popular glass house Mount Cook Tasman Glacier Trail | Optional helicopter experience Larnach Castle | New Zealand's only castle + stunning gardens Dunedin Railway Station + Baldwin Street | Scottish charm . 💡【Practical Tips】 Visa: New Zealand visa or entry from Australia Currency: New Zealand Dollar, credit cards recommended Language: English, some attractions offer Chinese services Clothing: Large temperature difference between day and night, layering + windproof jacket recommended Recommended season: October to May, spring and summer scenery is stunning . 🚗【7-Day Itinerary】 Day 1: Queenstown airport pickup → Glenorchy lakeside + Paradise Road → Queenstown check-in (optional Skyline Gondola) Day 2: Arrowtown gold mining site → Wanaka Lone Tree → Wanaka shooting experience Day 3: Free day in Queenstown (recommended skydiving/bungee jumping/jet boating) Day 4: Kawarau Bridge → OXBOW 4WD → Canyon Pizza → Fruit town → Salmon farm → Tekapo stargazing Day 5: Lake Pukaki → Mount Cook Glacier Trail → John Hill viewpoint Day 6: Oamaru white stone town → Rocky steak → Larnach Castle → Dunedin Day 7: Dunedin city tour (railway station/steepest street) → Clyde town → Queenstown airport drop-off - If you don’t want to plan or worry about transport connections, you can join a local small group tour with car + accommodation + guide all included, easily exploring the highlights of the South Island! Queenstown · Otago Region