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Adventure and excitement await you in New Zealand! The breathtaking natural scenery of vast grasslands, thick rainforests, sky-high mountains and deep fjords of New Zealand will leave you amazed. Start your journey in Auckland, the city of sails and move on to meet the sheep in Rotorua. Proceed to Dunedin for a peek into history, gape at the towering Mount Cook and end the journey in Milford Sound in Queenstown. This trip will take you to the best that New Zealand has to offer!
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Your journey to the awe-inspiring New Zealand begins in Auckland. Arrive in Auckland and be transferred to your Hotel. Later in the evening, enjoy a special welcome dinner in the Sky Tower, offering sweeping views of the city. Experience New Zealand's premier entertainment destination when you stay at Sky City Hotel. This modern and spacious hotel allows you to relax in style while enjoying their world-class casino, more than 25 restaurants, cafes and bars, a theatre, free live entertainment on selected nights and the iconic Sky Tower - all right on your doorstep!
Today you’ll go on a half day city tour of Auckland. Auckland is the most populous city in New Zealand and surrounded by the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean making it one of the few cities in the world surrounded by two major water bodies. This morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in the “City of Sails.”
You will leave the concrete jungle behind and start the exploration of natural New Zealand! Your first stop is the green pastoral region of Waikato to the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. These interesting cave formations are made up of limestone chambers and passages, and a guided tour is a definite must-do. You could take a silent boat trip through Glowworm Grotto as you glide quietly beneath the lights of thousands of glowworms suspended from the cave ceiling. After this brief interlude with the dark and beautiful you will continue your journey to Rotorua over the Mamaku Ranges. Later at night enjoy a traditional Hangi Dinner followed by an authentic Maori Concert. Situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Rotorua, the Novotel Rotorua Lakeside offers tranquil surroundings with sensational views. The central location makes it easily accessible to Rotorua's cafés, restaurants and many popular local attractions.
It is said that New Zealand has more sheep than it has people, and today you are going to meet them! Your day starts with a visit to the Agrodome to learn more about sheep, which are one of the country’s major industries. Visit Rainbow Springs to view native bush and wildlife including a walk through the kiwi bird enclosure, the kiwi is the National bird of New Zealand. The last stop is Te Puia, Rotorua’s most prominent thermal area with New Zealand’s largest geyser, boiling mud pools, and silica terraces. The afternoon and evening are at your leisure. You may wish to board a floatplane for flight seeing of this beautiful area, join a New Zealand family for dinner in their home, or indulge yourself in the relaxing hot springs, sumptuous spa treatments, and massage therapies at the Polynesian Spa.
Today, fly to Dunedin, one of the best-preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere. Upon arrival, enjoy a quick orientation tour to see the historic sights of the city, including St. Paul’s Cathedral and a photo stop at the Dunedin Railway Station with its old Flemish Renaissance-style structure. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City features a stunning contemporary award-winning design, with spacious guest rooms, modern facilities and attractive local artworks all in a handy inner-city location.
Today you will approach the mountains and drive up north and west to the magnificent Mount Cook National Park, named after New Zealand’s highest peak. Stop at the Sir Edmund Hillary Apline Centre for unique insight into the history and culture of this region. Weather permitting, you may choose an optional ski-plane flight that actually lands on the 18-mile-long Tasman Glacier—or a thrilling helicopter ride (Cost not included). From an intrepid journey through glacial valleys to a mouth-watering culinary dining adventure, the Hermitage Hotel is the perfect 'base camp' to discover your Peak Experience. Choose from premium hotel rooms, motel units or cozy chalets. Add world-class activities such as Glacier Explorers, Tasman Valley 4WD and Argo Tours, scenic flights or the visual extravaganza of the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre and you have a unique, year-round alpine adventure perfect for the family holiday or your next romantic getaway.
Adventure is synonymous with New Zealand and today is a visit to Queenstown, the “Adventure Capital of the World.” Enjoy the afternoon at leisure in this popular resort town, nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by the rugged peaks of the Southern Alps. You can choose to venture out and get your adrenaline pumping in one of the many adventure activities offered. Novotel Queenstown Lakeside is the most centrally located 4-star hotel on Queenstown's lakefront. The hotel offers delicious New Zealand influenced dining options, WIFI access and complimentary Apple Mac stations, a spa pool as well as professional and friendly staff that make Novotel Queenstown Lakeside the perfect hotel for your Queenstown visit.
More beautiful scenery today as you travel into Fiordland National through the Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound. Boasting some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world, this region of New Zealand has been honored as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cruise on the fjord with sheer rock walls rising thousands of feet from the water’s great depths.
A full day at leisure for your own exploration and discovery. Consider an optional visit to a local vineyard and sample some of the prize vintages, or maybe a thrilling jet-boat ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers. Your tour guide will have suggestions to help you plan your day to explore, shop, and enjoy optional activities. This evening, enjoy breathtaking scenery in every direction as you cruise Lake Wakatipu on board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw. On arrival at Walter Peak you will be served dinner at the Colonel’s Homestead.
After 10 days of exhilaration and relaxation, transfer to the airport for your connecting flight home.
Designed for travellers who enjoy the outdoors, are in good health, and want an interesting yet relaxing holiday experience. These trips may involve walking, trekking, hiking, cycling, rafting or sea kayaking at a very slow pace. Most of these trips are usually a week long in duration. These holidays usually include cultural activities and sightseeing that can be enjoyed by all. There will be exploring on foot as well. Most travellers will find themselves comfortable with the basic activity level trips.
Every itinerary is unique, flexible and can be tailored to meet your preferences. Our travel experts' first hand knowledge of serviced destinations enables them to hand-craft dream holidays with you. We plan your holiday, your way!
