What is the name of the first hotel?

We typically use the Adina Auckland Britomart in Auckland. Hotels are not confirmed until 30 days from travel.

how much should we anticipate cost for food/ meals pp?

This tour will include breakfast on 10 days, lunch on 2 days and dinner on 1 day. We suggest to plan to pay $20 - $40 USD per person per meal.

Is this a guaranteed departure tour?

The February 17, 2024 departure is guaranteed to operate and has a good amount of availability!

Is the Interislander Ferry crossing inclusive in the price? Is the Milford sound Cruising inclusive in the Price?

The Interislander Ferry and Milford Sound Excursion are included in the price. We do offer an optional excursion Upgrade One-Way Flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown that will be an additional charge.

The plan states flights are not included. Does that mean within the country?

There are no internal flights required for this tour. It is operated primarily by motor coach and there is a ferry between the islands. Air between your home and the start and end of the tour are not included in our pricing.

What do you mean by multiple room type?

We generally offer single, twin (double) and triple accommodations. Some accommodation types are only available on some tours or may be on request only. If you let me know how your group plans to room, I can give you a better idea of pricing.

What is the room type, twin, triple? And what would be the cost to pay for single room pls

Accommodation types depend on how you are travelling. We do not allow shares with other guests, so if you are travelling alone, you would be in a single accommodation. If you have one travel companion, we would be able to either accommodate you both as singles or in a twin accommodation. Single travelers pay a single supplement.

Can you terminate this Highlights tour on day 7 of the tour

You can leave the tour early, however, since it is a pre-arranged tour and commitments made for the whole tour, there would not be any reduction in the cost of the tour.

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Arrival
Arrival
Day 2
Auckland
Auckland
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Welcome briefing
- Sightseeing tour of Auckland including the Domain, Parnell Village, Queens Street, and Viaduct Harbour
Optional Activities
- Additional sightseeing in Auckland
- Shopping
- Dining at recommended restaurants
Landmarks
The Domain
Parnell Village
Queens Street
Viaduct Harbour
Day 3
Auckland to Rotorua
Auckland to Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Te Puia geothermal area with bubbling mud pools and Pohutu Geyser
- Traditional Māori carving and weaving demonstration
- Māori cultural performance
- Visit to Agrodome to learn about sheep industry
Landmarks
Te Puia
Pohutu Geyser
Agrodome
Day 4
Rotorua
Rotorua
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit to Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit
- Zipline and canopy tour
- Helicopter flights over volcanic valley
- Floatplane flights over volcanic valley
- Natural hot spring soak at Polynesian Spa
- Hangi dinner with authentic Māori cultural performances including singing and storytelling
Landmarks
Hobbiton
Polynesian Spa
Day 5
Rotorua - Lake Taupo - Marton to Wellington
Rotorua - Lake Taupo - Marton to Wellington
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local farm in Marton)
Included Activities
- Tour of local farm in Marton with education on sheep industry
- Lunch at local farm in Marton
Landmarks
Lake Taupo
Day 6
Wellington
Wellington
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour including Beehive and Parliament building
- Panoramic views from top of Mount Victoria
Landmarks
Beehive (Parliament Building)
Mount Victoria
Day 7
Wellington to Picton to Christchurch
Wellington to Picton to Christchurch
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ferry journey through Marlborough Sound
Landmarks
Marlborough Sound
Day 8
Christchurch to Lake Tekapo to Queenstown
Christchurch to Lake Tekapo to Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo
Landmarks
Lake Tekapo
Church of the Good Shepherd
Day 9
Queenstown - Milford Sound
Queenstown - Milford Sound
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Full-day cruise to Milford Sound with views of waterfalls, cliff walls, rainforest, and wildlife
Landmarks
Milford Sound
Lake Wakatipu
Day 10
Queenstown
Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Festive farewell dinner at Skyline Gondola on Bob's Peak with views of Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu)
Included Activities
- Skyline Gondola ride to Bob's Peak with farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Historic TSS Earnslaw Steamship cruise to Walter Peak Farm with lunch or dinner
- Helicopter ride over the Remarkables Mountains
- Browse boutique shops and art galleries
Landmarks
Bob's Peak
Lake Wakatipu
The Remarkables
Walter Peak Farm
Day 11
Queenstown
Queenstown
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extended stay in Queenstown (extra nights available for purchase)

Landmarks
The Domain
Parnell Village
Queens Street
Viaduct Harbour

Landmarks
Te Puia
Pohutu Geyser
Agrodome

Landmarks
Hobbiton
Polynesian Spa

Landmarks
Lake Taupo

Landmarks
Beehive (Parliament Building)
Mount Victoria

Landmarks
Marlborough Sound

Landmarks
Lake Tekapo
Church of the Good Shepherd

Landmarks
Milford Sound
Lake Wakatipu

Landmarks
Bob's Peak
Lake Wakatipu
The Remarkables
Walter Peak Farm

Accommodation
Guide
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Meals
Optional
Additional Services

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Rating: 4.9 (9,096 reviews)
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Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 4 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
3.0
Accommodation
3.0
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
4.9

Elaine5.0•April 2025
Got to see scenic and relaxing views
Traveled in March 2025
Anonymous5.0•March 2023
Excellent tour. Covered wide range of interesting facts and topics. Loved our tour guide!
Traveled in March 2023
Review collected by Cosmos
GABE5.0•March 2023
This was an amazing trip would love to do another trip.
Traveled in March 2023
Review collected by Cosmos
Pacifico5.0•March 2023
Great Experience, Wonderful Sightseeing Activities, etc
Traveled in February 2023
Review collected by Cosmos

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Patricia
Asked on July 7th, 2025
What is the name of the first hotel?
Accommodation
- CosmosOperator•Written July 2025
  We typically use the Adina Auckland Britomart in Auckland. Hotels are not confirmed until 30 days from travel.
K
Kylie
Asked on June 19th, 2025
how much should we anticipate cost for food/ meals pp?
Meals
- CosmosOperator•Written June 2025
  This tour will include breakfast on 10 days, lunch on 2 days and dinner on 1 day. We suggest to plan to pay $20 - $40 USD per person per meal.
P
Philip
Asked on September 23rd, 2023
Is this a guaranteed departure tour?
Tour Details
- CosmosOperator•Written September 2023
  The February 17, 2024 departure is guaranteed to operate and has a good amount of availability!
- P
  Philip
  Traveler•Written October 2023
  Is the March 9th departure guaranteed to operate?
- CosmosOperator•Written October 2023
  Our March 9, 2024 departures has not been guaranteed to depart as of today. This may change in the future.
R
Rachael
Asked on July 11th, 2023
Is the Interislander Ferry crossing inclusive in the price? Is the Milford sound Cruising inclusive in the Price?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- CosmosOperator•Written July 2023
  The Interislander Ferry and Milford Sound Excursion are included in the price. We do offer an optional excursion Upgrade One-Way Flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown that will be an additional charge.
N
Nancy
Asked on February 4th, 2023
The plan states flights are not included. Does that mean within the country?
Flights / Transfers
- CosmosOperator•Written February 2023
  There are no internal flights required for this tour. It is operated primarily by motor coach and there is a ferry between the islands. Air between your home and the start and end of the tour are not included in our pricing.
A
Adrian
Asked on January 2nd, 2023
What do you mean by multiple room type?
Accommodation
- CosmosOperator•Written January 2023
  We generally offer single, twin (double) and triple accommodations. Some accommodation types are only available on some tours or may be on request only. If you let me know how your group plans to room, I can give you a better idea of pricing.
E
Emma
Asked on December 27th, 2022
What is the room type, twin, triple? And what would be the cost to pay for single room pls
Accommodation
Single supplement
- CosmosOperator•Written December 2022
  Accommodation types depend on how you are travelling. We do not allow shares with other guests, so if you are travelling alone, you would be in a single accommodation. If you have one travel companion, we would be able to either accommodate you both as singles or in a twin accommodation. Single travelers pay a single supplement.
- E
  Emma
  Traveler•Written December 2022
  Do you still have availability for this tour, dep 18th Feb please?
- CosmosOperator•Written December 2022
  We do have availability. This departure is on request only, so we would not be able to immediately book, but the tour is not sold out. It's on request due to it being so close to departure.
J
Jenny
Asked on May 19th, 2022
Can you terminate this Highlights tour on day 7 of the tour
Tour Details
- CosmosOperator•Written May 2022
  You can leave the tour early, however, since it is a pre-arranged tour and commitments made for the whole tour, there would not be any reduction in the cost of the tour.

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