Highlights
Christchurch - Discover the Garden City’s landmarks on a city sights tour before travelling across the South Island
Lake Tekapo - Admire turquoise waters, the Church of the Good Shepherd and the famous Sheep Dog Statue
Mount Cook - Marvel at New Zealand’s highest peak and the dramatic Southern Alps scenery
Dunedin - Explore grand heritage buildings and city highlights
Larnach Castle - Uncover the castle’s tragic history on a guided tour and enjoy Devonshire Tea in its renowned gardens
Milford Sound - Cruise this magnificent fiord past Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak while soaking up the alpine scenery
Queenstown - Sail aboard the vintage TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak for a gourmet barbecue dinner and farm tour
Arrowtown - Visit the Lakes District Museum and learn about the region’s gold rush past
Arthur’s Pass - Board the TranzAlpine at Arthur’s Pass for a spectacular rail journey across viaducts, the Waimakariri Basin and Canterbury Plains
Wellington - Experience Te Papa’s Gallipoli exhibition and see the capital’s cultural and historic highlights
Rotorua - Encounter bubbling mud pools, powerful geysers and Maori culture at Te Puia
Auckland - Venture through Hobbiton’s famous film set, including the Green Dragon Inn and a Hobbit Hole interior, before a farewell dinner
Milford Sound - Cruise this magnificent fiord past Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak while soaking up the alpine scenery
Queenstown - Sail aboard the vintage TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak for a gourmet barbecue dinner and farm tour
Arrowtown - Visit the Lakes District Museum and learn about the region’s gold rush past
Arthur’s Pass - Board the TranzAlpine at Arthur’s Pass for a spectacular rail journey across viaducts, the Waimakariri Basin and Canterbury Plains
Wellington - Experience Te Papa’s Gallipoli exhibition and see the capital’s cultural and historic highlights
Rotorua - Encounter bubbling mud pools, powerful geysers and Maori culture at Te Puia
Auckland - Venture through Hobbiton’s famous film set, including the Green Dragon Inn and a Hobbit Hole interior, before a farewell dinner
Itinerary
Discover the very best of New Zealand on this 14-day journey from Christchurch to Auckland, taking in iconic highlights across both islands. You’ll travel in Premium Economy Comfort and enjoy standout experiences including Milford Sound, the TranzAlpine rail journey, the Interislander Ferry and a guided tour of Hobbiton. Along the way, expect alpine scenery, heritage cities, geothermal wonders and classic Kiwi culture, with two-night stays in Queenstown, Wellington and Rotorua adding a relaxed pace. From Larnach Castle and Lake Wakatipu to Te Puia’s geysers and a Maori hangi evening, this tour blends scenery, culture and unforgettable experiences beautifully.
day 1Welcome to Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch, you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a complimentary pre-dinner drink as we meet our Tour Leader and fellow travellers before dinner.
Please note: For arrivals later than 8.00pm, dinner is not included.
day 2Admire Lake Tekapo & Pass Mount Cook toward Twizel
day 3Take Waitaki River to Oamaru & Transfer to Dunedin
day 4Larnach Castle Guided Tour & Continue to Te Anau
day 5Travel to Milford Sound & Free Time in Queenstown
day 6Queenstown at Leisure & Cruise Lake Wakatipu
day 7Visit Arrowtown & Transfer to Franz Josef
day 8Take the TranzAlpine to Christchurch
day 9Travel through Marlborough to Picton & Continue to Wellington
day 10Explore Wellington
day 11Admire Lake Taupo & Travel to Rotorua
day 12Skyline Rotorua Gondola Ride & Experience Te Puia
day 13Discover Hobbiton & Journey to Auckland
day 14Goodbye Auckland
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