Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Auckland
Auckland- Start point
- Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand (Auckland Intl (AKL), 00:00 - 23:55)
- Accommodation
- (Sudima Auckland City)
Optional Activities
- Explore the waterfront
- Stroll through vibrant neighborhoods
- Visit Sky Tower for panoramic views
- Discover Māori heritage sites
Landmarks Sky Tower 
- Day 2
Auckland
Auckland- Accommodation
- (Sudima Auckland City)
Optional Activities
- Stroll along the waterfront
- Take a ferry to Waiheke Island for wine tasting
- Visit Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Enjoy scenic views from Sky Tower
- Walk through lush parks
Landmarks Sky Tower Auckland War Memorial Museum Waiheke Island - Day 3
Auckland - Waitomo - Matamata - Rotorua
Auckland - Waitomo - Matamata - Rotorua- Meals
- Lunch (Picnic lunch)
- Accommodation
- (Sudima Lake Rotorua )
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Waitomo Glow-worm Caves (45 minutes)
- Boat cruise through Glow-worm Grotto
- Guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
- Interior Hobbit Hole experience
- Complimentary Hobbiton ale, cider or ginger beer at the Green Dragon Inn
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels
- Entertaining and informative commentary from driver guide
- Free Wi-Fi on board coaches
Landmarks Waitomo Glow-worm Caves Hobbiton Movie Set - Day 4
Rotorua
Rotorua- Accommodation
- (Sudima Lake Rotorua )
Optional Activities
- Visit bubbling mud pools
- See steaming geysers and geothermal valleys
- Experience traditional Māori performances
- Participate in storytelling sessions
- Enjoy a traditional hangi feast
- Relax in therapeutic hot springs
- Explore Redwood Forest
Landmarks Redwood Forest - Day 5
Rotorua to Wellington
Rotorua to Wellington- Accommodation
- (Naumi Hotel Wellington)
Optional Activities
- Stroll along the scenic waterfront
- Visit Te Papa Museum
- Explore local art galleries
- Enjoy panoramic views from Mount Victoria
- Indulge in café culture
Landmarks Te Papa Museum Mount Victoria - Day 6
Wellington
Wellington- Accommodation
- (Naumi Hotel Wellington)
Optional Activities
- Stroll the scenic waterfront promenade
- Explore Cuba Street with boutique shops and street art
- Visit Te Papa Museum
- Take cable car to Botanic Gardens
- Indulge in gourmet cuisine
- Discover hidden laneways
- Relax by the harbor
Landmarks Te Papa Museum Botanic Gardens Cuba Street - Day 7
Wellington to Christchurch
Wellington to Christchurch- Accommodation
- (Sudima Christchurch City)
Optional Activities
- Explore tranquil parks
- Take riverside walks
- View vibrant street art
- Experience thriving food scene
- Day 8
Christchurch
Christchurch- Accommodation
- (Sudima Christchurch City)
Optional Activities
- Explore Botanic Gardens
- Take a punt ride down the Avon River
- Visit Canterbury Museum
- Ride the historic tram
- Visit seaside suburb of Sumner
- Take scenic gondola ride
Landmarks Botanic Gardens Canterbury Museum Avon River - Day 9
Christchurch - Canterbury Plains - Fairlie - Lake Tekapo - Mt Cook National Park
Christchurch - Canterbury Plains - Fairlie - Lake Tekapo - Mt Cook National Park- Meals
- Lunch (Pre-ordered lunch from Fairlie Bakehouse)
- Accommodation
- (Galaxy Boutique Hotel )
Included Activities
- Guided tour through Canterbury Plains and Mackenzie district
- Stop at Fairlie Bakehouse (scenic viewing and lunch stop)
- Visit Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo
- Visit Lake Pukaki
- Time at Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park (2.5 hours)
- Driver guide commentary
- Bottled water
- Kiwi snacks
- Wi-Fi on board
- USB charging
- Pre-ordered lunch from Fairlie Bakehouse
Optional Activities
- Hooker Valley Track walk (2.5-3 hours)
- Tasman Glacier walk (2-2.5 hours)
- Visit Mt Cook Information Centre
- Scenic helicopter flights
Landmarks Church of the Good Shepherd Lake Tekapo Lake Pukaki Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park Tasman Glacier Hooker Valley Track 
- Day 10
Lake Tekapo - Mt Cook National Park - Queenstown
Lake Tekapo - Mt Cook National Park - Queenstown- Meals
- Lunch (Pre-ordered lunch from Fairlie Bakehouse)
- Accommodation
- (Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central )
Included Activities
- Guided tour from Lake Tekapo to Queenstown
- Time at Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park (2.5 hours)
- Visit Lake Pukaki
- Stop at High Country Salmon farm
- Cross Lindis Pass
- View Kawarau Suspension Bridge
- Driver guide commentary
- Bottled water
- Kiwi snacks
- Wi-Fi on board
- USB charging
- Pre-ordered lunch from Fairlie Bakehouse
Optional Activities
- Hooker Valley Track walk (2-2.5 hours)
- Tasman Glacier walk (2-2.5 hours)
- Visit Mt Cook Information Centre
- Stop at Mrs Jones Fruit Stall for local fruit and ice cream
- Scenic helicopter flights
Landmarks Lake Tekapo Church of the Good Shepherd Lake Pukaki Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park Lindis Pass Kawarau Suspension Bridge 
- Day 11
Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown- Accommodation
- (Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central )
Included Activities
- Comfortable return coach transfers from Queenstown
- Travel along Milford Road in custom-built luxury coach
- Commentary by experienced driver and nature guide
- 2-hour Milford Sound cruise
- English-only live commentary from experienced local nature guide
- Viewing decks and comfortable interiors on vessel
Optional Activities
- Purchase food and drinks from licensed bar on-board vessel
- Bring picnic lunch to enjoy during cruise
Landmarks Milford Sound Mitre Peak 
- Day 12
Queenstown
Queenstown- End point
- Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand (Queenstown (ZQN) Airport, 00:00 - 23:55)
