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New Zealand Discoverer Auckland - Christchurch (2026)

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From Auckland to Christchurch
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  • Clear alpine valley with tussock grasses leading to snow-covered Mount Cook under blue skies.
  • Quiet wooden pier extending into a misty lake at sunrise with a seated figure enjoying the view.
  • Powerful geothermal geyser shooting steam and water high into the clear sky amid rocky terraces.
  • Bright waterfront skyline of Auckland with Sky Tower rising above modern high-rises on a sunny day.
  • Snow-clad peak of Mount Cook glowing at sunset against a soft blue sky above dark valley slopes.
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  • Elevated view over Auckland city and harbour from a grassy volcanic cone during late afternoon light.
  • Powerful geyser erupting high into a clear blue sky over colorful mineral terraces.
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 38 - 48
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Auckland

    Auckland
    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner with Tour Director and fellow travellers)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sudima Hotel Auckland)
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  3. Day 2

    Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua

    Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sudima Lake Rotorua)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    Landmarks
    Waitomo Glowworm Caves
  4. Day 3

    Rotorua

    Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional meal of fish, lamb and vegetables slow-cooked in earth ovens (Hāngī) at Te Puia)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sudima Lake Rotorua)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Agrodome
    • Māori cultural immersion and geothermal experience at Te Puia including guided tour of geothermal valley, Pōhutu Geyser viewing, Kiwi Conservation Centre visit, Haka pōwhiri welcome, cultural dance performances, and traditional Hāngī dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Hobbiton Movie Set and Farm Tour
    Landmarks
    Te Puia
    Pōhutu Geyser
    Kiwi Conservation Centre
    Agrodome
    Hobbiton Movie Set
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  5. Day 4

    Rotorua - Taupō - Wellington

    Rotorua - Taupō - Wellington
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Novotel Wellington)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Lake Taupō
    • Visit Huka Falls
    Landmarks
    Lake Taupō
    Huka Falls
  6. Day 5

    Wellington - Interislander Ferry - Christchurch

    Wellington - Interislander Ferry - Christchurch
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Elms Christchurch)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise Cook Strait on Interislander Ferry
    Landmarks
    Cook Strait
    Picton
  7. Day 6

    Christchurch - TranzAlpine Train - Fox Glacier

    Christchurch - TranzAlpine Train - Fox Glacier
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier)

    Included Activities

    • Ride TranzAlpine train to Arthur's Pass
    Landmarks
    Arthur's Pass
    Franz Josef Glacier
    Fox Glacier
  8. Day 7

    Fox Glacier - Queenstown

    Fox Glacier - Queenstown
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview)

    Included Activities

    • Stay at Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview with views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables
    Landmarks
    Lake Wakatipu
    The Remarkables
  9. Day 8

    Queenstown

    Queenstown
    Meals
    Dinner (Gourmet lakeside dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview)

    Included Activities

    • Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dining at Walter Peak High Country Farm reached by vintage steamship

    Optional Activities

    • Million Dollar Cruise - Glide across Lake Wakatipu watching for local bird life and trout
    • Shotover Jet Boat Ride - Thrilling jet boat ride through narrow river canyons
    • Wine Sampler Tour - Sample vintages from local vineyards in New Zealand's southernmost wine region
    Landmarks
    Walter Peak High Country Farm
    Lake Wakatipu
    Shotover River
  10. Day 9

    Queenstown - Milford Sound - Te Anau

    Queenstown - Milford Sound - Te Anau
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise Milford Sound/Piopiotahi through Fiordland National Park
    Landmarks
    Milford Sound/Piopiotahi
    Fiordland National Park
  11. Day 10

    Te Anau - Dunedin

    Te Anau - Dunedin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scenic Hotel Dunedin City)

    Included Activities

    • Dunedin city tour
    Landmarks
    Dunedin
  12. Day 11

    Dunedin - Moeraki - Oamaru - Aoraki/Mount Cook

    Dunedin - Moeraki - Oamaru - Aoraki/Mount Cook
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Dinner at The Hermitage's Alpine Restaurant with meals crafted from fresh, seasonal produce)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mount Cook Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Moeraki Boulders/Kaihinaki
    • Visit Oamaru
    • Stay in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
    • Farewell Dinner at The Hermitage's Alpine Restaurant

    Optional Activities

    • Glacier Explorer Cruise - Step aboard a MAC boat for up-close encounter with icebergs on Tasman Glacier terminal lake
    Landmarks
    Moeraki Boulders/Kaihinaki
    Oamaru
    Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
    Tasman Glacier
  13. Day 12

    Lake Tekapo - Christchurch

    Lake Tekapo - Christchurch
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo/Takapō
    Landmarks
    Lake Pukaki
    Church of the Good Shepherd
    Lake Tekapo/Takapō

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Sudima Hotel Auckland

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  • Sudima Lake Rotorua

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    Days 2, 3

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    day 4

  • Hotel Elms Christchurch

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    day 5

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    day 6

  • Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

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    Days 7, 8

  • Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

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    day 9

  • Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

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    day 10

  • Mount Cook Lodge

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