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17 daysDuration
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48 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
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Highlights

Christchurch: Journey on the TranzAlpine through tunnels and over viaducts

Queenstown: Cruise across Lake Wakatipu on a historic steamship

Milford Sound: Cruise on the breathtaking Sound

Takapō (Lake Tekapo): Guided tour at the Indoor Dark Sky & Astronomy Experience

Christchurch: City tour including Transitional Cathedral made largely of cardboard & the gold-clad central library Turanga

Rotorua: Guided tour and Glowworm cruise at Waitomo Caves and Indigenous Experience at Te Puia

Bay of Islands: Guided tour and cultural performance at Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Itinerary

From bubbling geysers and yawning gorges to gem-like glaciers and mirror-still lakes, New Zealand punches well above its weight. Add snow-tipped mountains, subtropical islands and cities and towns with plenty of personality and you’ve got two islands packed with variety. You’ll also feel Māori culture woven through the journey, from stories and traditions to powerful performances. Make no mistake – this journey from south to north is the ultimate New Zealand tour. Magic is an understatement. This trip is accompanied by a Travel Director and Driver.

day 1Welcome to Christchurch

Kia ora and welcome to Christchurch, the Garden City with a fresh, easy vibe. After arriving, take some time to do things your way. Stretch your legs in the riverside parks, browse the city centre or simply relax and reset after the flight. Tonight, meet your Travel Director and your fellow travellers for a friendly tour briefing and drinks. Youll get the inside scoop on whats coming up, plus a few handy tips to help you make the most of every stop. Then its an early night or a quick stroll. Your call.

Location Visited
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

Accommodation
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
Meals
Daily breakfasts included
Transport
Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most regions
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
Extensive variety of Choice ExperiencesCity orientation tours

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