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New Zealand: See & Experience it all in 9 days

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9 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
20 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Two flightseeing tours: one over Milford Sound and one over Mount Cook

Jet-boating top speed along a turquoise-colored river

Zip-lining in the forest

Cable car ride over stunning landscape

Itinerary

Experience the breathtaking diversity of New Zealand, a land of soaring peaks, crystal-clear lakes, and rich Maori heritage. Begin in Queenstown, the nation’s adventure capital, where thrilling activities await amid dramatic alpine scenery. Cruise through the majestic Milford Sound, surrounded by cascading waterfalls and towering cliffs. Explore Mount Cook / Aoraki National Park, home to New Zealand’s tallest peak and stunning glaciers.

Discover the historic beauty of Skippers Canyon and feel the adrenaline rush of jet-boating on the Shotover River. Travel north to geothermal Rotorua, where Maori culture and natural hot springs define the landscape. Visit the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set, glide through the glowing Waitomo Caves, and conclude your journey in cosmopolitan Auckland, a vibrant harbor city that perfectly captures New Zealand’s spirit of adventure and natural wonder.

day 1Start of the trip at Queenstown

Start your journey in Queenstown, New Zealand’s most popular resort destination. From here, enjoy day trips suitable for all ages and types of travelers. In the evening, take a cruise on the historic TSS Earnslaw steamship and stop at a homestead known for its sheep, alpacas, and beautiful garden. After dinner, visit a purpose-built amphitheater to watch a sheep-shearing demonstration and a thrilling sheepdog round-up, where dogs herd the sheep into a group.
For those seeking an extra thrill, you can extend your standard 9-day tour by one day to jump off the 43-meter (141-foot) Kawarau Bridge near Queenstown. Bungee jumping is not for everyone, which is why it is offered as an optional one-day extension to the full 11-day New Zealand tour.

Meals
Dinner

day 2Milford Sound: scenic flight and boat tour

day 3Mount Cook: scenic flight and glacier adventure

day 4Queenstown adventure: gorge, jet boating, and zip-line

day 5Rotorua: Māori experience and traditional dinner

day 6Rotorua geothermal adventure: Waimangu and Hell’s Gate

day 7Rotorua to Auckland: Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves

day 8Auckland: harbors, beaches, and city sights

day 9End of tour

What's Included

1 Lunch and 2 Dinners
Tour guides
All ground and water transportation
All activities mentioned in the Itinerary
All entry fees
Your own on-call concierge

Customer Reviews

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Samuel ModugnoVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

We will definitely work with you guys again.

Thank you. We look forward to working with you again. It might take a while for us to save up, but we will definitely work with you guys again.

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Jody CefolaVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Every day, there are activities to see the vast outdoors

I picked CharlieTheTraveler because they had the best itinerary for New Zealand, allowing me to see both the North and South Islands. As a Lord of the Rings fan, I especially wanted to visit the shire and experience the Maori culture. Every day, there are activities to see the vast outdoors, beautiful country, and friendly Kiwis. Cindy, my virtual concierge, was very helpful in ensuring I knew my daily schedule. When minor problems came up, she took care of the issues quickly. I'm glad I extended my trip to New Zealand with CharlieTheTraveler!

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Rochelle SaylerVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

My tour was fantastic, and I really enjoyed my itinerary

Ola! Just wanted to share that I really enjoyed all these hotels, and would highly recommend keeping them. My tour was fantastic, and I really enjoyed my itinerary. Thanks!

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Darren MadillVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

NZ is truly memorable.

I would recommend this tour for anyone after a unique experience that gives a hint of the people and treasures of NZ that’s truly memorable.

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Gloria B.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

CharlieTheTraveler’s tour to New Zealand was remarkable!

CharlieTheTraveler’s tour to New Zealand was remarkable! It was evident the company did everything they could to keep their price low for me without compromising on any of the experience. There was so many activities to go on but there was never a rushed or stressful moment. The tour guides provided were professional and respectful of our time. Almost every activity we went on was my favorite! It is so hard to choose just one. However, one aspect of the trip that stood out to me as it was unique was the jet boat. The water was so pretty and it was such a fun water activity, unlike anything I’d been on before!

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