Itinerary
- Day 1
Queenstown to Bluff
- Meals
- Dinner (Relaxed dinner on board)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Coral Adventurer)
- Day 2
At Sea
Included Activities
- Scenic sailing past Te Niho a Kewa (Solander Island)
- Optional tender excursion to view birdlife
Landmarks Te Niho a Kewa (Solander Island) - Day 3
Milford Sound
Included Activities
- Tender vessel excursion in Milford Sound
- Waterfall viewing
- Wildlife viewing (fur seals, dolphins, penguins)
Landmarks Milford Sound Fiordland National Park - Day 4
Doubtful Sound
Included Activities
- Navigation through 'The Gut'
- Walk between Deas Cove and Neck Cove (optional)
- Tender vessel cruise (optional)
Optional Activities
- Easy short walk between Deas Cove and Neck Cove
- Tender vessel cruise exploring coastline and local history
Landmarks Doubtful Sound - Day 5
Dusky Sound
Included Activities
- Navigation through Acheron Passage
- Fjord scenery viewing
- Wildlife viewing
Landmarks Dusky Sound Acheron Passage - Day 6
Stewart Island
Included Activities
- Guided discovery on Stewart Island
Optional Activities
- Hikes of various difficulty levels
- Visit Oban town
- Visit former whaling station
Landmarks Stewart Island Oban - Day 7
Dunedin
Included Activities
- City tour of Dunedin
- Visit to Araiteuru (community meeting space) with Marae welcome presentation
- Visit Oveiston House
- Visit Flemish Renaissance-style Railway Station
- Visit Dunedin University
- Visit Baldwin Street
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Dunedin at own pace
Landmarks Oveiston House Dunedin Railway Station Dunedin University Baldwin Street - Day 8
Akaroa to Christchurch
Optional Activities
- Hop-on hop-off tram tour (additional expense)
Landmarks Christchurch Botanic Gardens - Day 9
Kaikōura
Included Activities
- Whale watching catamaran excursion
- 3.5 kilometre walk over peninsular track (optional)
- Shuttle bus transfer at end of walk
- Tender transfer back to ship
Optional Activities
- 3.5 kilometre walk over peninsular track
- Free time in township
Landmarks Kaikōura - Day 10
Ship Cove
Included Activities
- Visit James Cook memorial at Meretoto/Ship Cove
- Walk through wildlife sanctuary on Motuara Island
- Shoreline stroll with views of Queen Charlotte Sound
Landmarks Ship Cove Motuara Island Queen Charlotte Sound - Day 11
Wellington
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (InterContinental Wellington)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Wellington
- Visit Mount Victoria
- Visit vibrant waterfront
- Historic Wellington Cable Car ride
Landmarks Mount Victoria Wellington Cable Car Wellington Waterfront - Day 12
Wellington to Rotorua
- Meals
- Dinner (Te Pā Tū - seasonal three-course feast with canapés, chef-curated aperitifs)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Two nights Millennium Rotorua)
Included Activities
- Stop at Lake Taupō
- Visit Huka Falls
- Te Pā Tū Signature Experience - haka pōwhiri ceremonial greeting
- Te Pā Tū Signature Experience - traditional performance, storytelling and song
- Te Pā Tū Signature Experience - three-course feast with canapés and chef-curated aperitifs
Landmarks Lake Taupō Huka Falls - Day 13
Rotorua
Included Activities
- Agrodome Farm Show
- The National Kiwi Hatchery
- Te Puia Thermal Reserve
Landmarks Agrodome The National Kiwi Hatchery Te Puia Thermal Reserve - Day 14
Rotorua to Auckland
- Meals
- Lunch (Hobbiton Movie Set Banquet Lunch - buffet with roasted meats, fresh salads and indulgent desserts in Shire style)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Two nights Cordis Auckland)
Included Activities
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - guided tour of 12-acre site
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - visit hobbit holes including Bag End
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - Banquet Lunch in The Party Marquee with roasted meats, fresh salads and desserts
Landmarks Hobbiton Movie Set - Day 15
Auckland
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner at Eight Restaurant - unique interactive dining experience with eight international kitchens hosted by expert chefs)
Included Activities
- Guided city sights tour of Auckland
- Farewell dinner at Eight Restaurant with interactive dining experience
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice - Auckland Harbour Sailing Cruise
- Freedom of Choice - All Blacks Experience
- Freedom of Choice - Wēta Workshop - Unleashed
- Freedom of Choice - Te Wao Nui - The Living Realm at Auckland Zoo
- Freedom of Choice - Bush and Beach Wilderness Adventure
Landmarks Auckland Harbour Bridge All Blacks Museum Wēta Workshop Auckland Zoo - Day 16
Depart Auckland
- Meals
- Breakfast
