Festive Journey Through New Zealand - 17 days
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Tour Overview
Celebrate the festive season in style on this 17-day journey from Christchurch to Auckland, showcasing the best of New Zealand’s North and South Islands. You’ll explore alpine landscapes, cruise through Milford Sound, and ride the iconic TranzAlpine, with time in Queenstown, Wellington, Rotorua and the Bay of Islands. Christmas Day is spent cruising Lake Wakatipu aboard the vintage TSS Earnslaw, complete with a traditional lunch, while New Year’s Eve brings a memorable Maori Hangi and celebration in Rotorua. With a relaxed pace, quality stays and immersive experiences, this tour is a memorable way to see New Zealand over the holidays.
Start
Christchurch
End
Auckland
Destination
Auckland
Days
17
Pace
Medium
Range
Handpicked
Max Group Size
Min 16 - Max 32
Min Age
16
Trip Code: FJTNZ
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Christchurch - Encounter Antarctic life at the International Antarctic Centre, tour the city’s landmarks and ride the heritage Christchurch Tram
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Mount Cook - Marvel at New Zealand’s highest peak, Lake Tekapo’s turquoise waters and the Church of the Good Shepherd
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Dunedin - Uncover the story of Larnach Castle on a guided tour and enjoy Devonshire Tea in its celebrated gardens
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Milford Sound - Cruise through this dramatic fiord, spotting Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak while enjoying lunch on board
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Queenstown - Celebrate Christmas with a cruise on the vintage TSS Earnslaw and lunch at Walter Peak Homestead
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Franz Josef - Travel through Haast Pass to this West Coast township framed by the Southern Alps and glacier country
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Wellington - Explore Te Papa’s Gallipoli exhibition and discover the capital’s history and culture on a city tour
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Rotorua - Ride the Skyline gondola and luge, visit Agrodome and see bubbling mud pools and geysers at Te Puia
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Bay of Islands - Cruise to Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock, with the chance to spot dolphins and other marine life
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Auckland - Conclude your journey with a city sights tour and a farewell dinner with your fellow travellers
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Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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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.
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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.
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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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