NEW ZEALAND HIGHLIGHTS: 8 Nights / 9 Days
Day 01: Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch,' The Garden City', you will be met by our local representative for either a private transfer to your hotel or collection of your rental car.
Overnight Christchurch
Day 02: Christchurch - Dunedin
Travel South across the Canterbury Plains through the towns of Timaru and Oamaru to reach the Scottish influence city of Dunedin, renowned for its natural history and Otago University. (B)
Overnight Dunedin
Day 03: Dunedin - Queenstown
This morning is free for optional activities before departing Dunedin and crossing New Zealand's Blue Mountains to Raes Junction. Then follow the Clutha river into Queenstown. (B)
Overnight Queenstown
Day 04: 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 05: Queenstown - Mount Cook - Christchurch
Travel through the Central Otago region to Lake Pukaki and Mt. Cook, or as known in Maori 'Aorangi', the cloud piercer. Visit the' Christchurch of the Good Shephard' at Lake Tekapo before travelling across the Canterbury Plains to arrive Christchurch. (B)
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Day 06: Christchurch - Rotorua
Transfer to Christchurch Airport today for your flight to the 'Thermal City' of Rotorua. Flight from Christchurch to Rotorua NOT included. (B)
Overnight Rotorua
Day 07: 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. (B)
Overnight Rotorua
Day 08: Rotorua - Waitomo - Auckland
Travel over the forested Mamaku Ranges to reach Waitomo. Enjoy a guided tour of the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves including underground boat ride viewing the millions of glow worms on the carven roof. On completion continue through the fertile Waikato area to reach Auckland - 'The City of Sails'. (B)
Overnight Auckland
Day 09: 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
