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duration 24 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 18-99 yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-45888
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English
Starts/Ends Auckland, New Zealand/ Christchurch, New Zealand

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Cruise through the scenic Poor Knights Islands on a full-day adventure on the water to see some of the north island’s natural beauty. This area is also a Marine Reserve with volcanic origins over 11 million years old, creating some pretty epic biodiversity.
Discover the diversity of Rotorua, from unbelievable geothermal activity to rich Maori culture. Visit a Maori village for a hangi dinner and traditional haka performance.
Admire the out-of-this-world landscapes of Tongariro National Park, from emerald green lakes to soaring volcanic peaks. If you’re up for the challenge, tackle the famous Tongariro Crossing.
Live it up in the adventure capital of the world, Queenstown. Whether you fancy bungy jumping, jet boating, horseback riding or wine tasting, there’s something here to entice everyone.
Visit a local gallery in Franz Josef and carve a pendant out of pounamu while learning about the precious stone’s significance to Maori culture.

Starting in Auckland and ending in Christchurch, the "Ultimate New Zealand" trip is a guided explorer tour that takes 24 days. You will travel through Auckland and Christchurch in New Zealand. "Ultimate New Zealand" is a small group trip which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

See all the natural and cultural highlights of New Zealand on this 24-day journey through the North and South Islands. First, you’ll explore the sub-tropical islands, expansive coastlines and dense forests of Northland. Soak up the coastal beauty of Tutukaka – home to one of the world’s most gorgeous coastlines (as voted by National Geographic Traveller) – then hit the Bay of Islands for a full-day cruise through the scenic Poor Knights Islands. Go scuba diving, snorkelling and kayaking in your free time before soaking up some of the local cultural history at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Visit hot water beach for a swim in Coromandel, see the geothermal springs of Rotorua and go wildlife spotting in Wellington. Ram up the energy in the South Island’s ‘adventure capital of the world’ (Queenstown), then chill out in laidback Wanaka. See the awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier, then cross the Southern Alps on a world-famous train journey. Between old forest landscapes, mountain-scapes and glacial hikes, you’ll soon fall head over heels for New Zealand’s natural beauty.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Auckland
Day 2: Auckland / Tutukaka
Day 3: Tutukaka / Paihia
Day 4: Paihia
Day 5: Paihia / Auckland
Day 6: Coromandel Peninsula
Day 7: Raglan
Day 8: Waitomo / Rotorua
Day 9: Rotorua
Day 10: Taupo
Day 11: Taupo
Day 12: Wellington
Day 13: Wellington
Day 14: Kaikoura
Day 15: Christchurch
Day 16: Christchurch / Lake Tekapo / Ohau
Day 17: Mackenzie Country / Queenstown
Day 18: Queenstown
Day 19: Queenstown / Wanaka
Day 20: Wanaka
Day 21: Wanaka / Franz Josef
Day 22: Franz Josef
Day 23: Hokitika / Greymouth / Christchurch
Day 24: Christchurch

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Hotel/Motel (23 nights)

Meals

23 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners

Transport

Private Vehicle , Train , Ferry

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Matapouri Beach - Visit
Whangarei Falls - Visit
Tutukaka - Poor Knights Islands Day Cruise
Waitangi - Treaty Grounds
Coromandel Peninsula - Cathedral Cove
Coromandel Peninsula - Hot Water Beach
Raglan - Fish & Chips Dinner
Raglan - Sunset Boat Cruise
Waitomo - Ruakuri Bush Walk
Rotorua - Redwood Forest Canopy Walk
Rotorua - Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Rotorua - Pohutu Geyser
Rotorua - Hangi Dinner & Haka Dance
Taupo - Huka Falls
Wellington - Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary
Marlborough - Wine Tasting
Lake Tekapo - Mt John Lookout
Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise & Guided Nature Walk
Franz Josef - Greenstone Pendant Carving
Greymouth - Tranz Alpine Train Journey
Hokitika - Mountain Jade Greenstone Factory

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.

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