New Zealand’s South Island offers some of the world’s most unforgettable luxury travel locations, from alpine towns and remote fiords to rolling vineyards and wild coastlines.
Splendid South designs bespoke itineraries across the region, guiding travellers to the destinations that best match their style, pace, and love of exceptional landscapes. Explore our signature destinations below or search your desired location.
Queenstown - Luxury Alpine Escapes
Queenstown combines dramatic alpine scenery with world-class food, premium villas, and exclusive outdoor experiences. It’s the South Island’s centre of luxury travel, ideal for refined adventure, wine touring, and indulgent lakeside stays.
Fiordland is New Zealand at its most untouched…ancient rainforest, glacier-carved fiords, and deep silence. This is the place for immersive, off-grid luxury: private cruises, guided wilderness hikes, and boutique lodges set in remarkable natural surroundings.
From the Southern Alps to the West Coast and beyond, the South Island delivers sweeping views and iconic road trips. Our carefully planned itineraries focus on premium stays, scenic drives, and experiences that reveal the island’s depth and character.
For travellers exploring further, discover high-end itineraries that connect the South Island with the geothermal landscapes, coastal havens, and cultural centres of the North. Premium, seamless, and thoughtfully designed.