Festive Journey Through New Zealand - 17 days

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17 daysDuration

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32 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 55 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Christchurch, New Zealand

Auckland, New Zealand

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Highlights

Christchurch - Encounter Antarctic life at the International Antarctic Centre, tour the city’s landmarks and ride the heritage Christchurch Tram

Mount Cook - Marvel at New Zealand’s highest peak, Lake Tekapo’s turquoise waters and the Church of the Good Shepherd

Dunedin - Uncover the story of Larnach Castle on a guided tour and enjoy Devonshire Tea in its celebrated gardens

Milford Sound - Cruise through this dramatic fiord, spotting Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak while enjoying lunch on board

Queenstown - Celebrate Christmas with a cruise on the vintage TSS Earnslaw and lunch at Walter Peak Homestead

Franz Josef - Travel through Haast Pass to this West Coast township framed by the Southern Alps and glacier country

Wellington - Explore Te Papa’s Gallipoli exhibition and discover the capital’s history and culture on a city tour

Rotorua - Ride the Skyline gondola and luge, visit Agrodome and see bubbling mud pools and geysers at Te Puia

Bay of Islands - Cruise to Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock, with the chance to spot dolphins and other marine life

Auckland - Conclude your journey with a city sights tour and a farewell dinner with your fellow travellers

Franz Josef - Travel through Haast Pass to this West Coast township framed by the Southern Alps and glacier country

Wellington - Explore Te Papa’s Gallipoli exhibition and discover the capital’s history and culture on a city tour

Rotorua - Ride the Skyline gondola and luge, visit Agrodome and see bubbling mud pools and geysers at Te Puia

Bay of Islands - Cruise to Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock, with the chance to spot dolphins and other marine life

Auckland - Conclude your journey with a city sights tour and a farewell dinner with your fellow travellers

Itinerary

Celebrate the festive season in style on this 17-day journey from Christchurch to Auckland, showcasing the best of New Zealand’s North and South Islands. You’ll explore alpine landscapes, cruise through Milford Sound, and ride the iconic TranzAlpine, with time in Queenstown, Wellington, Rotorua and the Bay of Islands. Christmas Day is spent cruising Lake Wakatipu aboard the vintage TSS Earnslaw, complete with a traditional lunch, while New Year’s Eve brings a memorable Maori Hangi and celebration in Rotorua. With a relaxed pace, quality stays and immersive experiences, this tour is a memorable way to see New Zealand over the holidays.

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 you meet your tour leader and fellow travellers before dinner.
Please note: For arrivals later than 8.00pm, dinner is not included.

Meals

1 Dinner

OverNight

Christchurch

day 2Christchurch City Tour & Tram Ride

day 3Admire Lake Tekapo & Transfer to Twizel via Mount Cook

day 4Take the Waitaki River to Oamaru & Enjoy Free Time in Dunedin

day 5Explore Larnach Castle & Travel to Te Anau

day 6Milford Sound Cruise & Continue to Queenstown

day 7Christmas Cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station

day 8Visit the Lakes District Museum & Transfer to Franz Josef

day 9Take the TranzAlpine toward Christchurch

day 10Sail through the Marlborough Sounds to Wellington

day 11Explore Wellington

day 12Admire Huka Falls & Journey to Rotorua

day 13Uncover Rotorua & Celebrate New Year's Eve

day 14Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour

day 15Explore Bay of Islands

day 16Visit Matakohe & Discover Auckland

day 17Goodbye Auckland

What's Included

Accommodation

16 Nights in 4 star accommodation

Meals

16 Breakfasts, 2 Lunch, 12 DinnersComplimentary pre-dinner drink at the Welcome and Farewell Dinner4 Cruises: Milford Sound cruise, TSS Earnslaw cruise on Lake Wakatipu, Interislander Ferry crossing (with meal voucher per person), and Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise

Transport

Transportation in a 32 seat Premium Economy Comfort full-size coach with 2 door access; seat back tray table; cup holder; cold water storage; restroom; daily onboard Wi-Fi allowance and USB charging portReturn airport transfers in New Zealand

Guide

Professional Coach Captain-guideExperienced Tour Leader

Others

Allowed 1 suitcase and 1 Travel Bag per person (on coach)Meet and greet on arrivalSignature documentation pack including travel bag and ticket walletPrepaid attractions as per itinerary, including: International Antarctic Centre, Christchurch Tram, TranzAlpine rail journey, Te Papa Museum, Te Puia Maori Hangi and concert, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Skyline Rotorua gondola and luge ride, Agrodome experience, Larnach Castle with Devonshire Tea, Kauri Museum, and City sights tours of Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington and Auckland

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