MAJESTIC NEW ZEALAND: 11 Nights / 12 days
Day 01: Arrive Auckland
On arrival in Auckland,' The City of Sails', you will be met by our local representative for either a private transfer to your hotel or collection of your rental car.
Overnight Auckland
Day 02: Auckland Sightseeing
Morning tour including Victoria ParkMarket, Westhaven Marina and the volcanic crater of Mt Eden for spectacular views of the city and harbour. (B)
Overnight Auckland
Day 03: 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. (B)
Overnight Rotorua
Day 04: Rotorua
Visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve to see boiling mudpools and roaring geysers. Following this visit Paradise Valley Springs to see New Zealand's trout, birds and wildlife before continuing to the Agrodome fora New Zealand farm show featuring sheep dog demonstrations, cowmilking and an introduction to the stars of our sheep industry. The afternoon is at leisure. This evening enjoy an authentic Maori Hangi (Feast)and Concert. (B, D)
Overnight Rotorua
Day 05: Rotorua - Christchurch
Transfer to Rotorua Airport today for your flight to the 'Garden City' of Christchurch. Flight from Rotorua to Christchurch NOT included. (B)
Overnight Christchurch
Day 06: 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. (B)
Overnight Queenstown
Day 07: Milford Sound
Follow the southern arm of Lake Wakatipu to Lumsden, and onward to Lake Te Anau. Enter the Eglinton Valley and travel through the breath taking man made Homer Tunnel to reach Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on this world famous fiord, dominated by Mitre Peak and the cascading Bowen Falls. Return to Queenstown. (B)
Overnight Queenstown
Day 08: Queenstown
An opportunity today to explore the endless optional attractions available. Queenstown offers bungy jumping, jetboating, whitewater rafting, gondola rides and much more. Optional activities not included in tour price. (B)
Overnight Queenstown
Day 09: Queenstown - Glacier Region
Departing Queenstown this morning, travel along the shores of Lakes Wanaka and Hawea to the HaastPass, gateway to World Heritage Westland National Park. Continue up the WestCoast past spectacular mountain ranges, native forests and lakes to the glacier region of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. (B)
Overnight Glacier Region
Day 10: 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. (B)
Overnight Christchurch
Day 11: Christchurch Sightseeing
Highlights of this mornings tour include the Anglican Cathedral, TownHall, the Arts Centre,Canterbury Museum,the University, Botanic Gardensand the Avon River. (B)
Overnight Christchurch
Day 12: Departure Day
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or the return of your rental car. We trust you enjoyed your Vacation! (B)
Tour concludes
This is just a suggested itinerary, we can customise as per your requirements
