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Kia Ora New Zealand (17 Days)

17 days
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From Auckland to Christchurch
4.3 (1,126 reviews)
  • Charming hobbit hole with a round blue door surrounded by colorful flowers in Hobbiton.
  • Panoramic view of Auckland skyline and Sky Tower rising above the harbor.
  • Powerful geyser erupting amid geothermal terraces under vivid blue sky.
  • Person sitting on a wooden jetty stretching into calm lake waters at pastel dawn.
  • Iconic red Wellington Cable Car ascending with city and harbor spread out below.
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  • Aerial coastal view of rugged cliffs and turquoise Pacific waves near Kaikoura.
  • Vast meadow of purple lupins bordering the turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo under bright skies.
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 40 - 52
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Auckland

    Auckland
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Auckland's waterfront
    • Watch yachts at the harbour
    • Dine in harbourside precincts
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Auckland to Bay of Islands

    Auckland to Bay of Islands
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    • Cultural performance at Waitangi
    • View world's largest ceremonial war canoe
    • Tour carved meeting house
    Landmarks
    Waitangi Treaty Grounds
  4. Day 3

    Bay of Islands

    Bay of Islands
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    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Full-day Choice Experience to Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua via Ninety Mile Beach
    • Scenic cruise among Bay of Islands with lunch and Hole in the Rock visit
    • Tour of Russell with settlement and seaside history stories
    Landmarks
    Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua
    Ninety Mile Beach
    Hole in the Rock
    Russell
  5. Day 4

    Bay of Islands to Auckland

    Bay of Islands to Auckland
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to explore Whangarei
    Landmarks
    Whangarei
  6. Day 5

    Auckland to Rotorua

    Auckland to Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Buffet of locally sourced hāngī-inspired flavours)

    Included Activities

    • Glowworm cruise through Waitomo Caves
    • Guided tour of Te Puia geothermal valley
    • Māori cultural performance in carved meeting house
    • View Pōhutu Geyser
    • Buffet dinner of locally sourced hāngī-inspired flavours
    Landmarks
    Waitomo Caves
    Te Puia
    Pōhutu Geyser
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 6

    Rotorua

    Rotorua
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Relax at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa
    • Choice Experience to Hobbiton and The Lord of the Rings Shire sets
    • Scenic walks around Rotorua
    • Browse local shops and cafes
    Landmarks
    Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa
    Hobbiton Movie Set
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 7

    Rotorua to Wellington

    Rotorua to Wellington
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • View Huka Falls
    • Enjoy views of Lake Taupō
    Landmarks
    Huka Falls
    Lake Taupō
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 8

    Wellington to Picton

    Wellington to Picton
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (,)

    Included Activities

    • Wellington city sights tour
    Landmarks
    Wellington Harbour
  10. Day 9

    Picton to Christchurch

    Picton to Christchurch
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Marine wildlife spotting near Kaikōura (seals and whales)
    Landmarks
    Kaikōura
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 10

    Christchurch to Omarama

    Christchurch to Omarama
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Christchurch city tour including Transitional Cathedral and Tūranga library
    • Guided indoor Dark Sky & Astronomy Experience at Lake Tekapo
    Landmarks
    Transitional Cathedral
    Tūranga Central Library
    Lake Tekapo
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  12. Day 11

    Omarama to Te Anau

    Omarama to Te Anau
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Clyde's historic gold mining-era buildings, cafes, and shops
    • Visit Gore, New Zealand's country music capital
    Landmarks
    Clyde
    Gore
    Te Anau
  13. Day 12

    Milford Sound/Piopiotahi

    Milford Sound/Piopiotahi
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sightseeing cruise on Milford Sound/Piopiotahi
    Landmarks
    Fiordland National Park
    Milford Sound/Piopiotahi
  14. Day 13

    Te Anau to Queenstown

    Te Anau to Queenstown
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Gourmet barbecue dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise on historic TSS Earnslaw across Lake Wakatipu
    • Gourmet barbecue dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm
    • Farm show at Walter Peak

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Arrowtown's gold rush heritage, shops, and cafes
    Landmarks
    Devil's Staircase
    Arrowtown
    Lake Wakatipu
    Walter Peak High Country Farm
  15. Day 14

    Queenstown

    Queenstown
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Choice Experience: High-speed jet boat ride
    • Choice Experience: Visit Kiwi Park to meet native wildlife
    • Lakeside walks
    • Browse shops and cafes
    Landmarks
    Kiwi Park
  16. Day 15

    Queenstown to Franz Josef/Waiau

    Queenstown to Franz Josef/Waiau
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Choice Experience: Scenic flight over Franz Josef Glacier/Ka Roimata o Hine Hukatere with possible landing on ice
    Landmarks
    Lake Wakatipu
    Lake Hāwea
    Haast Pass
    Franz Josef Glacier/Ka Roimata o Hine Hukatere
  17. Day 16

    Franz Josef/Waiau to Christchurch

    Franz Josef/Waiau to Christchurch
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Celebration dinner and drinks)

    Included Activities

    • Train journey on TranzAlpine to Christchurch

    Optional Activities

    • Discover pounamu (native greenstone) jewellery in Hokitika
    Landmarks
    Hokitika
  18. Day 17

    Christchurch

    Christchurch
    Meals
    Breakfast

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