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Classic Cities & Coastal Highlights Tour

10 days
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From Auckland to Christchurch
5.0
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  • View of a bustling harbor with the cityscape and Sky Tower.
  • Train crossing a high viaduct amidst a lush forest.
  • Rocky beachscape with distant hills under a clear blue sky.
  • Long stretch of water surrounded by forested hills.
  • City view with boats and colorful houses on a hill.
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  • Exterior of the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.
  • Cyclists riding through a rural landscape with a snowy mountain in the background.
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 35
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Christchurch

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner with Tour Director and fellow travelers

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Riverside Market
    • Visit Christchurch Botanical Gardens
    • Visit Christchurch Art Gallery
    • Visit Christchurch museums
    • Explore city attractions
    Landmarks
    Riverside Market
    Christchurch Botanical Gardens
    Christchurch Art Gallery
  2. Day 2

    Christchurch to Kaikōura

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast on board Coastal Pacific Train)

    Included Activities

    • Coastal Pacific Train journey from Christchurch to Kaikōura
    • Breakfast on train

    Optional Activities

    • Whale watching
    • Albatross encounter
    • Dolphin encounter
    • Browse local artisan shops
    • Browse local gift shops
    Landmarks
    Coastal Pacific Train
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  3. Day 3

    Kaikōura to Marlborough

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Coastal Pacific Train journey from Kaikōura to Marlborough
    • Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tour in Marlborough vineyards
    Landmarks
    Marlborough Wine Region
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  4. Day 4

    Marlborough to Wellington

    Meals
    Lunch (Hearty seafaring lunch on board Interislander Ferry)

    Included Activities

    • Interislander Ferry crossing across Cook Strait
    • Lunch on ferry

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Wellington city
    Landmarks
    Queen Charlotte Sound
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  5. Day 5

    Wellington

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Te Papa Museum Introduction Tour
    • Dinner with fellow travelers

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Cuba Street cafes and bookstores
    • Visit Zealandia Eco-Sanctuary
    • Explore Wellington historic buildings
    • Visit Wellington botanic gardens
    • Pre-book additional Wellington experiences through Travel Centre
    Landmarks
    Te Papa Tongarewa Museum
    Cuba Street
    Zealandia Eco-Sanctuary
  6. Day 6

    Wellington to Tongariro National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Northern Explorer Train journey to Tongariro National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ohakune outdoor activities
    Landmarks
    Tongariro National Park
    Kāpiti Coast
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  7. Day 7

    Tongariro National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Historical rail cart journey
    • Horse trekking experience through hills, mountains, rivers and native bush
    • E-bike rental for Old Coach Road cycling trail
    • Explore Ohakune local shops and cafes
    Landmarks
    Tongariro National Park
    Old Coach Road
  8. Day 8

    Tongariro National Park to Auckland

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Northern Explorer Train journey from Ohakune to Auckland
    • Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Raurimu Spiral
    Mount Tongariro
    Mount Ngauruhoe
    Mount Ruapehu
    Waikato Region
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  9. Day 9

    Waiheke Island

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel), Dinner (Farewell dinner at one of Auckland's renowned restaurants)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at hotel
    • Ferry tickets to Waiheke Island
    • Bus tickets on Waiheke Island
    • Farewell dinner with Tour Director

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tasting and sightseeing on Waiheke Island
    Landmarks
    Waiheke Island
    Downtown Ferry Terminal
  10. Day 10

    Departing Auckland

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Final breakfast with fellow travelers

    Optional Activities

    • Extended stay in Auckland (can be pre-arranged through Travel Centre)
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