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Premium New Zealand Encompassed (48 destinations)

18 days
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From Auckland to Queenstown
4.5
2 traveler reviews
  • Two people standing on a bridge viewing limestone formations near the coast.
  • A geyser spouting steam high into the air with trees and buildings in the background.
  • A herd of deer standing in a field with majestic snow-capped mountains in the background.
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  • New Zealand is really cool, highly recommended.

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    Jim, traveled in March
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  • Aerial view of sprawling vineyards and rolling green hills.
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Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
Ages 15+

Places You’ll See

  • Auckland
    Auckland
  • Rotorua
    Rotorua
  • Taupo
    Taupo
  • Tongariro National Park
    Tongariro National Park
  • Wellington
    Wellington
  • Christchurch
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  • Wanaka
    Wanaka
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  • Queenstown
    Queenstown
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Highlights

  • Explore Auckland's vibrant city center
  • Sip fine wines on Waiheke Island
  • Tour the magical Hobbiton movie set
  • Discover Rotorua's geothermal wonders
  • Cruise the serene Wellington Harbour

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Auckland
  2. Day 2 Auckland (Waiheke Island)
  3. Day 3 Auckland via Waitomo & Hobbiton to Rotorua
  4. Day 4 Rotorua
  5. Day 5 Rotorua to Taupo
  6. Day 6 Taupo via Tongariro National Park to Ohakune
  7. Day 7 Ohakune to Wellington
  8. Day 8 Wellington to Christchurch
  9. Day 9 Christchurch
  10. Day 10 Christchurch / Greymouth / Punakaiki
  11. Day 11 Hokitika / Franz Josef
  12. Day 12 Franz Josef
  13. Day 13 Makaroa / Wanaka
  14. Day 14 Wanaka
  15. Day 15 Milford Sound
  16. Day 16 Milford Sound / Te Anau / Queenstown
  17. Day 17 Arrowtown / Queenstown
  18. Day 18 Queenstown
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  • R
    March 21st, 2025
    5.0
    The tour was great. the guide on the north half was informative and knew his information concerning the geology...
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    Traveled in February 2025
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    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Ricky. We are pleased your tour leader was informative and you enjoyed exploring New Zealand.
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  • Premium New Zealand Encompassed (48 destinations) reviewer 2
    March 18th, 2025
    4.0
    New Zealand is really cool, highly recommended.
    Traveled in February 2025
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    Thank you, Jim for your review. We are delighted your enjoyed your time in New Zealand.
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