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17 daysDuration
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48 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
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From bubbling geysers to yawning gorges; gem-like glaciers to mirrored lakes; snow-tipped mountains to subtropical islands; it’s hard to believe that such a small country packs so much natural punch into its two islands. And then there are New Zealand’s cosmopolitan cities and towns, and celebration of Māori culture wherever you turn. Make no mistake – this journey from south to north is the ultimate New Zealand tour. Magic is an understatement.

day 1Welcome to Christchurch

On arrival in the 'Garden City' you'll have time at leisure to explore or relax. Tonight, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a tour briefing and drinks.

Location Visited
Christchurch
Accommodation
Ibis Hotel Christchurch

day 2Christchurch - Franz Josef/Waiau

day 3Franz Josef/Waiau - Queenstown

day 4Queenstown Free Time

day 5Queenstown - Te Anau

day 6Te Anau - Dunedin

day 7Dunedin - Omarama

day 8Omarama - Christchurch

day 9Christchurch - Picton

day 10Picton - Wellington

day 11Wellington - Rotorua

day 12Rotorua Free Time

day 13Rotorua - Auckland

day 14Auckland - Bay of Islands

day 15Bay of Islands Free Time

day 16Bay of Islands - Auckland

day 17Farewell from Auckland

What's Included

Meals
Journey on the TranzAlpine Train through the Southern Alps See Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere (Franz Josef Glacier) from a panoramic viewpoint Visit historic gold mining village of Arrowtown Visit the Ōamaru Penguins Conservation Centre MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience Relish a gourmet BBQ dinner and farm show at Walter PeakHigh Country Farm Cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak on TSSEarnslaw Steamship Piopiotahi (Milford Sound) Nature Cruise View the Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo Spot marine wildlife from Kaikōura Beach Cruise the Cook Strait from Picton to Wellington Guided Tour of Waitomo Caves including Glowworm Cruise Share in the Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia Explore the Geothermal Wonders of Rotorua Explore the Bay of Islands, a stunning coastal paradise withgolden beaches, and lush islands Guided tour and Cultural Performance at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience
Transport
Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide

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Customer Reviews

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent holiday and we were so lucky to have Suzie as the director and Monica as the driver they made the holiday fun. Thank you

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

New Zealand was top of our bucket list for a travel destination and it didn’t disappoint - simply a beautiful country with stunning scenery. Tha AAT Kings NZ Magic tour was very aptly named and we had a superb travel director and driver in Susie and Monica respectively. We will visit NZ again!!

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