Itinerary
- Day 1
Queenstown
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at hotel)
Included Activities
- Airport transfer to hotel
- Welcome dinner at hotel
- Day 2
Queenstown
Optional Activities
- The Lord of the Rings 4WD Safari - visit dramatic filming locations from the trilogies
- Wine Tour - personalised sightseeing of New Zealand's southernmost wine region with tastings
- Skippers Canyon 4WD adventure - follow the Shotover River valley with scenic gorges
- Million Dollar Cruise - cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard a luxury vessel
- Dart River Wilderness Jet - jet boat journey through Mount Aspiring National Park
- Best of Queenstown tour - panoramic views, Arrowtown, Gibbston, wine tasting, and Lake Wakatipu cruise
- Walter Peak High Country Farm - vintage steamer cruise with gourmet barbecue dinner
- Stratosfare Restaurant - gondola ascent to Bob's Peak with buffet dinner and panoramic views
- Fergburger - renowned burger restaurant
Landmarks Arrowtown Gibbston Lake Wakatipu Mount Aspiring National Park Bob's Peak The Remarkables Shotover River Dart River - Day 3
Queenstown to Bluff
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner on board)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Coral Adventurer)
Included Activities
- Transfer to Bluff
- Embarkation on Coral Adventurer
- Welcome dinner on board
- Day 4
Day at Sea
Included Activities
- Scenic sailing past Solander Island (weather permitting)
- Observation of birdlife including Buller's albatrosses and gannet colony
Optional Activities
- Tender excursion to Solander Island for close-up wildlife viewing (subject to conditions)
Landmarks Solander Island - Day 5
Milford Sound
Included Activities
- Tender excursion in Milford Sound
- Wildlife viewing - fur seals, dolphins, penguins
Landmarks Milford Sound Fiordland National Park 
- Day 6
Doubtful Sound
Included Activities
- Navigation through The Gut passage
- Observation of fjord scenery
Optional Activities
- Short walk between Deas Cove and Neck Cove - easy, viewing unique local flora and fauna
- Tender vessel cruise exploring the coastline and hearing tales of local history
Landmarks Doubtful Sound Thompson Sound Deas Cove Neck Cove - Day 7
Dusky Sound
Included Activities
- Navigation through Acheron Passage
- Observation of Dusky Sound fjord scenery and wildlife
Landmarks Dusky Sound Fiordland National Park Acheron Passage - Day 8
Stewart Island
Included Activities
- Guided discovery and free time exploration of Stewart Island
- Access to ancient forests and hiking trails
Optional Activities
- Various hikes suited to different interests and fitness levels
- Explore Oban township and its Scottish heritage
- Visit former whaling station with connections to Norwegian Antarctic expeditions
Landmarks Stewart Island Oban - Day 9
Dunedin
Included Activities
- Disembarkation after lunch
- Special welcome presentation from Mārae member at Araiteuru
- City tour of Dunedin highlights
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Dunedin at your own pace
Landmarks Ōverstoun House Dunedin Railway Station Dunedin University Baldwin Street Araiteuru - Day 10
Akaroa to Christchurch
Included Activities
- Scenic drive from Akaroa to Christchurch
Optional Activities
- Hop-on hop-off tram tickets for exploring city centre highlights (additional expense)
- Visit world-class museum
- Explore Botanic Gardens
Landmarks Christchurch Botanic Gardens - Day 11
Kaikōura
Included Activities
- Whale watching catamaran excursion
- Wildlife viewing - whales, dolphins, seals, albatrosses
- Use of onboard hydrophones to hear whale communication
Optional Activities
- 3.5 kilometre peninsular walk with scenic views, cattle, sheep, sea lions, and birdlife, with shuttle bus return to marina
- Free time in the township
Landmarks Kaikōura - Day 12
Ship Cove
Included Activities
- Visit James Cook memorial at Ship Cove
- Walk through wildlife sanctuary on Motuara Island
- Shoreline walk with views of Queen Charlotte Sound
Landmarks Ship Cove Motuara Island Queen Charlotte Sound - Day 13
Bluff to Wellington
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Disembarkation after breakfast
- Transfer from Bluff to Wellington airport or APT hotel
