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New Zealand Uncovered
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Very knowledgeable guide, great driver, unbelievably beautiful country - can't go wrong with this trip
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Highlights
Explore Auckland, and Rotorua
Discover Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown, Dunedin, Arrowtown, and Franz Josef
Visit A geothermal valley in Rotorua, Lake Te Anau, and Fiordland National Park
View Bastion Point in Auckland, Queen Charlotte Sound, and the Southern Alps
Cruise on Milford Sound, and journey on TranzAlpine Train
Be My Guest experience: Join Retired Farmers for afternoon tea at Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo: Join your hosts, former farmers Angie and Stan Taylor, for a Pavlova afternoon tea in their home on the shores of Lake Tekapo.
Stays With Stories: Waterfront Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience: Meet Sabrina Luecht, founder of Kaikoura Wildlife Centre Trust, and learn about the work the trust is doing towards wildlife rescue
Rotorua: The Te Pā Tū Māori Experience immerses guests in the rich traditions, storytelling, and hospitality of the Māori people. Set in a sacred forest, this cultural experience celebrates the deep connection between the land, the people, and their ancestors through haka, waiata (song), and hāngī feasts.
Kaikoura: You’ll meet Sabrina Luecht, whose ambitious goal is to establish a world-class wildlife hospital to treat injured and ill animals in this biodiversity hotspot
Fiordland National Park: Enjoy an exhilarating jet boat ride on Lake Manapouri, home to Pomona Island, where you'll help conserve a sanctuary for native plants and animals
Be My Guest experience: Join Retired Farmers for afternoon tea at Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo: Join your hosts, former farmers Angie and Stan Taylor, for a Pavlova afternoon tea in their home on the shores of Lake Tekapo.
Stays With Stories: Waterfront Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience: Meet Sabrina Luecht, founder of Kaikoura Wildlife Centre Trust, and learn about the work the trust is doing towards wildlife rescue
Rotorua: The Te Pā Tū Māori Experience immerses guests in the rich traditions, storytelling, and hospitality of the Māori people. Set in a sacred forest, this cultural experience celebrates the deep connection between the land, the people, and their ancestors through haka, waiata (song), and hāngī feasts.
Kaikoura: You’ll meet Sabrina Luecht, whose ambitious goal is to establish a world-class wildlife hospital to treat injured and ill animals in this biodiversity hotspot
Fiordland National Park: Enjoy an exhilarating jet boat ride on Lake Manapouri, home to Pomona Island, where you'll help conserve a sanctuary for native plants and animals
Cherrypicked hotels, all tried and trustedPorterage where hotels provide this service
Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Transport
All land transport shown. All transfers shownLuxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
Mustsee sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
17 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Starts
Ends
Auckland, New Zealand
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Itinerary
Stretching from Auckland to Christchurch, "New Zealand Uncovered" is a 17-day odyssey that reveals both the North and South Islands in all their glory. This easy-paced group tour is tailored for experienced travelers who want to savor New Zealand’s cities, small towns, and spectacular natural settings without feeling rushed.
From tasting fresh local cuisine and wines to learning about Maori culture and rural life, every day brings new encounters with New Zealand’s welcoming people. Traverse volcanic landscapes, lush forests, and dramatic coastlines—each region offering its own unique history and flavors. Overnight stays in comfortable hotels ensure you’re well-rested for daily adventures.
The true USP of this trip lies in its comprehensive, land-and-sea approach: you’ll experience farming traditions, local storytelling, and the country’s famed warm hospitality, all while covering a broad sweep of iconic and lesser-known destinations. It’s the ideal tour package for those who want to truly connect with New Zealand’s spirit.
day 1Welcome to Auckland
Welcome to the 'City of Sails', and a beautiful jumping off point for your New Zealand tour (flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm). You'll meet your Travel Director and travel mates over dinner at The Grill.
Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
Auckland
Accommodation
Horizon by SkyCity
day 2Sights of Auckland
day 3Rotorua, Centre of Maori Culture
day 4Experience Rotorua for Yourself
day 5Wellington, the Cool Capital
day 6Wellington, Yours to Explore
day 7Kaikoura on the Coast
day 8From Country to City, Christchurch
day 9Through Breathtaking Scenery to Twizel
day 10Dunedin, City of Scottish Heritage
day 11Te Anau, Gateway to Fiordland
day 12Queenstown, Adventure Playground
day 13Queenstown Free Time, Your Time
day 14Franz Josef, Untamed Natural Wilderness
day 15Punakaiki, Home to a Coastal Forest
day 16All Aboard the TranzAlpine
day 17Farewell Christchurch
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
What a wonderful trip! Gorgeous scenery, good food, Maori culture, Lord of the Rings opportunities, wildlife, and great travel director and driver. The locations chosen offered a nice variety to see different parts of both the north and south islands, learn about the agriculture and farming, as well as the history of the country.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
The itinerary covered the main areas on both the north and south islands. What was really great was the secondary tours that you could take to further enhance the tour.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Very knowledgeable guide, great driver, unbelievably beautiful country - can't go wrong with this trip
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