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Splendours of New Zealand: Auckland to Christchurch

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From Auckland to Christchurch
4.4 (47 reviews)
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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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 10 - 50
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Auckland

    Auckland
    Landmarks
    Auckland Harbour
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Waiheke Island

    Waiheke Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking between sheltered bays
    • Wine tastings at boutique estates
    • Dinner at Elements restaurant
    Landmarks
    Waiheke Island
    Hauraki Gulf
  4. Day 3

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Swimming in the Vitality pool
    • Guided meditation session
    • Visit to Observation Lounge
  5. Day 4

    Napier

    Napier
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit to the open bridge to meet the Captain and navigational team

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Art Deco architecture and palm-lined streets
    • Visit vineyards in Hawke's Bay
    Landmarks
    Napier
    Hawke's Bay vineyards
  6. Day 5

    Picton

    Picton
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Wander the waterfront promenade
    • Visit museum inside the Edwin Fox convict ship
    • Visit Marlborough wine region
    • Dinner at Lumière+ restaurant
    Landmarks
    Picton
    Edwin Fox convict ship
    Marlborough Sounds
    Marlborough wine region
  7. Day 6

    Kaiteriteri - Nelson

    Kaiteriteri - Nelson
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Sea kayaking at Abel Tasman National Park
    • Walks at Abel Tasman National Park
    • Wildlife viewing at Abel Tasman National Park
    • Explore open-air cafes in Nelson
    • Visit bustling markets in Nelson
    • Explore breweries in Nelson
    • Cycling trails in Nelson
    • Visit Botanic Gardens in Nelson
    Landmarks
    Kaiteriteri Beach
    Abel Tasman National Park
    Nelson Botanic Gardens
    Tasman Bay
  8. Day 7

    Kaikoura

    Kaikoura
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Fyffe House
    • Visit Kaikoura Museum
    • Wildlife encounters - whales, fur seals, dolphins and seabirds
    Landmarks
    Kaikoura
    Fyffe House
    Kaikoura Museum
    Seaward Kaikoura Range
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 8

    Akaroa

    Akaroa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore French heritage and street names
    • Visit cafes and sample local cuisine
    • View historic lighthouse
    • Wildlife viewing - rare Hector's dolphins
    • Night Market @ Koko's+
    Landmarks
    Akaroa
    Akaroa Lighthouse
  10. Day 9

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Swimming in the Vitality pool
    • Guided meditation session
    • Visit to Observation Lounge
    • Visit to the open bridge to meet the Captain and navigational team
  11. Day 10

    Doubtful Sound - Dusky Sound

    Doubtful Sound - Dusky Sound
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Wildlife viewing - bottlenose dolphins and Fiordland crested penguins
    Landmarks
    Doubtful Sound
    Dusky Sound
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 11

    Milford Sound

    Milford Sound
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Observe waterfalls and seals from the Sky Deck
    Landmarks
    Milford Sound
    Fiordland National Park
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 12

    Oban, Stewart Island

    Oban, Stewart Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Wildlife viewing - brown kiwis and other birdlife
    • Explore the village of Oban
    Landmarks
    Stewart Island
    Oban
  14. Day 13

    Port Chalmers (Dunedin)

    Port Chalmers (Dunedin)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Victorian and Edwardian architecture in Dunedin
    • Visit Otago Peninsula for wildlife and eco-tourism
    • Wildlife viewing - birdlife, penguins, seals and sea lions
    • Spa treatment at Senses Spa
    • In-suite dining experience
    Landmarks
    Port Chalmers
    Dunedin
    Otago Peninsula
  15. Day 14

    Timaru to Christchurch

    Timaru to Christchurch
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Timaru
    Christchurch

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Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours Ship

  • Scenic Eclipse II
    Scenic Eclipse II
    The Scenic Eclipse II, the sister ship of the Scenic Eclipse I, launches in 2023. Eclipse II continues to take ocean cruising to a whole new… Read more
    Capacity
    228
    Built
    2023
    Guests
    Crew
    176
    Length
    168 m / 551 ft
    Width
    Suites
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    22498 gt
    Electricity
    Beam
    22 m / 72 ft
    Cruising Speed
    17 kn / 31 km/h / 20 mph
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft
    Cabin
    114
    Deck
    10
    Deck with Cabins

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