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About the tour
New Zealand is one of the top holiday countries in the world with its clean green natural image, scenery, adventure, culture, friendly people and value for money. See for yourself why New Zealand is often rated as one of the best tourist destinations.
Accommodation
Parkside Hotel & Apartments Auckland or Similar
1 night(s) in Auckland
Rydges Rotorua or Similar
2 night(s) in Rotorua
Heartland Hotel Cotswold or Similar
1 night(s) in Christchurch
Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown or Similar
2 night(s) in Queenstown
Camps/Tents or Similar
1 night(s) in Fox Glacier
Heartland Hotel Cotswold or Similar
1 night(s) in Christchurch
Included in the price
Auckland
- All sightseeing entry fees included (as mentioned in each itinerary)
- A choice of three transport options
Auckland
- All sightseeing entry fees included (as mentioned in each itinerary)
- A choice of three transport options
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 1: Arrive Auckland
On arrival in Auckland, 'The City of Sails', seat in coach passengers will be met by our local representative and privately transferred to your hotel. Self drive passengers will collect your rental car at the airport and drive to your hotel.
Day 2: Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
Travel south through the fertile Waikato region to arrive at Waitomo. Enjoy a guided tour of the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves including an underground boat ride viewing the millions of glow worms on the cavern roof. On completion continue over the forested Mamaku Ranges to reach the 'Thermal City' of Rotorua. This evening enjoy an authentic Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert.
Day 3: Rotorua
This morning visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve to see boiling mudpools and roaring geysers. Following this, visit Rainbow Springs to see New Zealand's trout, birds and wildlife before continuing to the Agrodome for a New Zealand farm show featuring sheep dog demonstrations, cow milking and an introduction to the stars of our sheep industry. This afternoon or this evening enjoy a relaxing soak in the tranquil setting of the Lake Spa Retreat at the Polynesian Spa.
Day 4: Rotorua - Christchurch
Depart on your domestic flight from Rotorua to Christchurch (airfare is NOT included)
Day 5: Christchurch - Mt Cook - Queenstown
Travel across the fertile Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo and the 'Church of the Good Shepherd' before continuing on to New Zealand's highest mountain - Mt Cook. Depart Mt Cook and follow the shores of Lake Pukaki south through the historic Central Otago region to the 'Alpine Resort' of Queenstown.
Day 6: Queenstown
A free day to explore the endless optional attractions available. Queenstown offers bungy jumping, jetboating, white water rafting, gondola rides and much more. Optional activities not included in the tour price.
Day 7: Queenstown - Glacier Region
Departing Queenstown this morning, travel along the shores of Lakes Wanaka and Hawea to the Haast Pass, gateway to World Heritage Westland National Park. Continue up the West Coast past spectacular mountain ranges, native forests and lakes to the glacier region of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.
Day 8: Glacier Region - Christchurch
Travel north to Greymouth today and board the TranzAlpine train (seat in coach passengers only). Ascend through lush beech forests past the alpine village of Arthur's Pass before crossing the spectacular Southern Alps. Travel beside the Waimakariri River to Christchurch.
Day 9: Departure
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or the return of your rental car.
