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Enchanting New Zealand - 17 days

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Tour Overview

Taking in the best of the North and South Islands, spot birdlife at the Coromandel Peninsula, learn about Maori heritage in Rotorua, explore the volcanic valley of Waimangu, visit charming seaside towns and trendy cities, discover the golden coves and turquoise lagoons of Abel Tasman National Park, opt for a helicopter ride over Fox Glacier, and cruise Milford Sound on this 16 day escorted group tour of New Zealand.

Start

Auckland

End

Queenstown

Destination

Queenstown

Days

17

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 18 - Max 16

Min Age

18

Map Image

Trip Code: ECNWZD

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Auckland - See the soaring SkyTower, New Zealand’s tallest structure and an icon of the city skyline

  • Coromandel Peninsula - Ride the narrow-gauge Driving Creek Railway to the ‘EyeFull’ Tower for sweeping views over the Hauraki Gulf

  • Whitianga - Walk to Cathedral Cove, where a natural rock arch frames golden sands and turquoise waters

  • Rotorua - Visit Te Puia to witness bubbling mud pools, powerful geysers and traditional Maori arts and crafts

  • Napier - Tour the art deco streets before enjoying a vineyard visit and dinner at Mission Estate Winery

  • Wellington - Take the historic cable car to Kelburn Lookout and visit Te Papa, the nation’s outstanding museum

  • Marlborough - Sample world-class Sauvignon Blanc at a leading winery in New Zealand’s premier wine-growing region

  • Abel Tasman National Park - Cruise along golden beaches and lagoons, with time for short coastal walks and native forest views

  • Kaikōura - Choose between a whale watching cruise or a scenic flight to spot Giant Sperm Whales and dolphins

  • Christchurch - Glide along the Avon River on a traditional punt before exploring the city aboard a heritage tram

  • Fox Glacier - Travel on the world-famous TranzAlpine train and see vast rivers of ice descending from the Southern Alps

  • Milford Sound - Cruise beneath Mitre Peak in Fiordland National Park, keeping watch for dolphins and seals along the dramatic fiord

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

16 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners
16 nights 4 star hotels
Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 17
Escorted by an expert local guide/driver with specialist local guides at some sites
All relevant transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicle
Ferry across the Cook Strait
Walking tour of Napier and sightseeing in Wellington
Coromandel narrow-gauge railway

Not Included

International flights and visas
Items of a personal nature (telephone calls, laundry, travel insurance etc)
Optional activities
Tip for your tour guide / driver. We recommend you allow $4 - 7 USD per day per traveller. Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture.

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration17 days
StartAuckland
EndQueenstown
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group16 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $13,980
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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