Ultimate New Zealand

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
  • duration 24 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 20
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-38404
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Auckland, New Zealand
  • Ends Christchurch, New Zealand
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TOUR OVERVIEW
Start in Auckland and end in Christchurch, the "Ultimate New Zealand" trip is a guided explorer tour that takes 24 days. You will travel through Dunedin, Rotorua, Queenstown and 9 other destinations in New Zealand. "Ultimate New Zealand" is a group trip which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

A place of wild beauty and extraordinary friendliness, you’ll love getting to know New Zealand over 24 days of wonder.

After falling in love with the ‘City of Sails’, Auckland, you’ll discover ancient kauri forests and the spectacular beauty and historical significance of the
Bay of Islands. Explore ‘Middle-earth’ before taking in the geothermal wonders of Rotorua. Continue with a visit to Wellington before hopping on a ferry to the South Island.
Sample crisp Sauvignon Blanc in its place of origin, and marvel at the diverse marine life along the East Coast before arriving in Christchurch. This city will delight visitors with its resilience and positive outlook before crossing the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine. The Franz Josef Glacier is a highlight,
as is the energy and passion of Queenstown, while waking up to the views of Milford Sound and Mount Cook will be a treasured memory for years to come.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Auckland
  • Day 2 : Auckland
  • Day 3 : Auckland > Paihia
  • Day 4 : Paihia
  • Day 5 : Paihia
  • Day 6 : Paihia > Auckland
  • Day 7 : Auckland > Rotorua
  • Day 8 : Rotorua
  • Day 9 : Rotorua > Napier
  • Day 10 : Napier > Wellington
  • Day 11 : Wellington
  • Day 12 : Wellington > Blenheim
  • Day 13 : Blenheim > Christchurch
  • Day 14 : Christchurch
  • Day 15 : Christchurch > Franz Josef
  • Day 16 : Franz Josef > Queenstown
  • Day 17 : Queenstown
  • Day 18 : Queenstown
  • Day 19 : Queenstown > Milford Sound
  • Day 20 : Milford Sound > Dunedin
  • Day 21 : Dunedin
  • Day 22 : Dunedin > Mount Cook
  • Day 23 : Mount Cook > Christchurch
  • Day 24 : Christchurch
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Meals
  • Experience a traditional Maori dinner and welcome
  • 40 meals – 23 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 15 dinners (D)
Transport
  • Return airport transfers
Guide
  • Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides
Others
  • Be awed by the beauty of Milford Sound
  • Walk through the Redwood trees at Rotorua
  • Indulge in a variety of seafood during a cruise around Marlborough Sounds
  • Taste wine from New Zealand’s oldest winery at Mission Estate
  • Journey to the top of New Zealand, Cape Reinga
  • Fully escorted smaller group land journey
  • 7 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences
  • Your choice of 42 Scenic Freechoice activities and dining
  • 1 Scenic Sunset Drinks event
  • 6 memorable Scenic Special Stays
  • All tipping and gratuities
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to Auckland and from Christchurch are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Ultimate New Zealand tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
This tour has not received any customer reviews yet. However, you can expect a good tour as it is run by a trusted travel specialist who has received 2 reviews for other tours with an average 5.0 rating.
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
Request a private and/or personalized departure To design a private tour, we'll ask you some more information in the following steps.
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GOOD TO KNOW
CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Ultimate New Zealand tour. You can cancel the tour up to 90 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 89 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 21 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 21 July 2024, a deposit of 500 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 89 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Ultimate New Zealand tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Ultimate New Zealand tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This trip adheres to the highest standards of hygiene and cleaning protocols on all ships and all tours when operating. Thorough cleaning will be conducted regularly, and hand sanitisers are located throughout the ship to ensure the highest level of personal hygiene whilst on board.
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