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Explore Auckland and Rotorua
Discover Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown, Dunedin, Arrowtown, and Franz Josef
Visit America’s Cup exhibition at Maritime Museum, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, Fiordland National Park, and Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
Scenic Cruise on Milford Sound, and through the Cook Strait
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
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
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Very knowledgeable guide, great driver, unbelievably beautiful country - can't go wrong with this trip
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