Day 1 : Arrive Auckland
Welcome to New Zealand, the youngest country on Earth! On arrival in Auckland, 'The City of Sails', you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Auckland is a blend of islands, Polynesian culture, glistening harbours and modern city environment.
The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore the city and discover why it is one of the best places in the world to visit. This evening, why not take an optional dinner cruise and enjoy a unique dining experience on Auckland's magnificent Waitemata Harbour?
Overnight in Auckland
Day 2 : Auckland
The rest of the day is at leisure. Why don't you spend some time exploring the city? Auckland has something for everyone -- the adventurous, the sophisticated, the young, and the young at heart. From 24-hour casinos and live theatre to cinema, clubs, pubs, bars, and dance spots, you can party all the way to breakfast time.
Enjoy a city tour of Auckland including a visit to Kelly Tarlton's Sealife Aquarium and Antarctic Encounter (Seat in Coach).
See first hand why Auckland is regarded as one ot the best cities in the world to live in, as you join this half day tour around the central city and picturesque suburbs.
Our journey begins with a short trip over the Harbour Bridge to the North Shore before returning to the central city to visit Queen St and the Auckland Viaduct.
We continue on through the Auckland Domain, the city's oldest park, situated on a 62,000 year old volcano to Parnell Village for our morning tea stop. The historic buildings of Parnell has been transformed in to a trendy shopping area featuring many boutiques, antique, craft and specialty shops.
Following this brief stop, our tour will then take you along the scenic waterfront route of Tamaki. Drive to the Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park, in Mission Bay.
A memorial to the first Labour Prime Minister of New Zealand and the founder of the welfare state. Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park has panoramic views over Whenua Rangatira, Auckland city and Waitemata Harbour. This park is a popular wedding and tourist venue, with formal gardens and perfect venue for flying a fabulous array of colourful and creative kites. The tour then returns back downtown.
Overnight in Auckland.
Day 3 : Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
Transfer from hotel in Auckland to hotel in Rotorua, en route enjoy a guided tour of Waitomo Glowworm Caves (Seat in Coach).
Leaving Auckland in the morning, travel through the lush farmland of the Waikato and King Country regions. Drive past Rangiriri, location of the historic Maori Land Wars site.
On arrival in the small town of Waitomo, enjoy a guided tour through the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves with their amazing stalactites, stalagmites and other limestone formations. We finish the tour with a silent boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto - a subterranean cavern lit up by the lights of thousands of tiny glowworms.
We then continue our journey this afternoon by driving to Rotorua, through the forested Mamaku Ranges, and the beautiful Fitzgerald Glade, where the roadside trees arch overhead to form a tunnel of natural greenery. Rotorua is a compact package of natural beauty, from forested hills, and geysers (that spout up to 50 feet into the air) to mud stream vents. On arrival in Rotorua, check-in to your hotel and relax in this perfect paradise!
Overnight in Rotorua.
Day 4 : Rotorua
In the afternoon, why not immerse yourself in the Polynesian pools and relax in the healing thermal waters?
Enjoy a guided tour of Te Puia Thermal Reserve with a visit to Rainbow Springs and Agrodome Sheep Show (Seat in Coach).
This morning, explore Rotorua's geothermal wonderland and discover the unique culture of New Zealand's Maori people. Enjoy a guided tour of Te Puia Thermal Reserve and see boiling mudpools and roaring geysers. Continue to Rainbow Springs to see New Zealand's trout, birds and wildlife before proceeding to the Agrodome for a New Zealand farm show featuring sheep dog demonstrations, cow milking and an introduction to the sheep industry.
Enjoy an authentic Maori Hangi (feast) and concert (Seat in Coach).
In the evening, enjoy an authentic Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert. Experience the welcome ceremony before you enter the Maori village, with crackling open fires in front of traditional houses. You'll hear traditional Maori instruments and watch the daily activities of days gone by. Enjoy a display of haka song and dance that a Rangiatea culture group performs.
Overnight in Rotorua.
Day 5 : Rotorua - Christchurch
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Christchurch.
On arrival in Christchurch, transfer and check-in to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
(Note: Flight cost is not included)
Overnight in Christchurch.
Day 6 : Christchurch - Mt. Cook – Queenstown
Transfer from hotel in Christchurch to hotel in Queenstown, en route visit Mt. Cook (Seat in Coach).
Today, 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.
Overnight in Queenstown.
Day 7 : Queenstown
The day is at leisure Or one can opt for bungy jumping, cruise aboard the TSS Earnslaw steamship, Jet Boat Ride (or Skydive and experiencing the thrill & excitement of Parachute jumping!
Overnight in Queenstown.
Day 8 : Milford Sound
Cruise on the Milford Sound (Seat in Coach).
This morning, follow the southern arm of Lake Wakatipu to Lumsden, and onward to Lake Te Anau. Enter the Eglinton Valley and travel through the breathtaking man made Homer Tunnel to reach Milford Sound.
Take an unforgettable cruise aboard a Milford Sound Red Boat to experience the pristine scenery, towering peaks, waterfalls and marine and bird life. Sail past the incredible Mitre peak, Bowen Falls, Stirling Falls and Seal point. Milford Sound is a world-renowned natural wonder. Nowhere else in Fjordland do the mountains stand so tall, straight out of the Sea. Luxuriant rainforest clings to sheer rock walls and waterfalls tumble hundreds of metres to the sea below. In Maori legend, this landscape was created by Tu Te Raki Whanoa, a godly figure who carved the fiords with a magical daze. Without doubt, Milford Sound (Piopiotahi) is his finest creation. Whatever the fiord's mood - brooding and wet, or tranquil in the sunshine - it will inspire you.
Overnight in Queenstown.
Day 9: Queenstown
The day is at leisure Or one can opt for bungy jumping, cruise aboard the TSS Earnslaw steamship, Jet Boat Ride (or Skydive and experiencing the thrill & excitement of Parachute jumping!!
Overnight in Queenstown.
Day 10 : Depart Queenstown
Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home.
Queenstown
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