9-Day New Zealand Tour: Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Cromwell and Lake Tekapo
What you'll experience
Highlights
• Meal Inclusions: 8 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
• Charming Attractions: Step into the Hobbiton Movie Set tour, sip fine wines in Queenstown and see newly hatched chicks at a National Kiwi Hatchery
9 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Arrive Auckland
Kick off your bucket list New Zealand and Australia tour in Auckland, the City of Sails. After your arrival team up with your Travel Director and the rest of the group before jumping into adventure with a tour of the city sights. Make your way around the waterfront from central city out to Mission Bay. Have your camera ready for the stop at Bastion Point and the Michael Joseph Savage Memorial – it's the place to get stunning shots of Auckland, the North Shore and the Waitemata. Continue the fun toasting to what's to come at a welcome reception at your hotel. Cheers!
Mission Bay
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: President Hotel - 2
Day 2 — Auckland Your Way
A little bit of leisure, a little bit of culture – and a lot of spots to explore today, your way with Choice Experiences like a ferry ride to Waiheke Island to join the Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus or lunch at a winery. Or, learn what it takes to make, shape and be an All Black rugby player. You'll have a blast channeling your inner athlete and testing your rugby skills in our hands-on, interactive zone.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: President Hotel - 3
Day 3 — Auckland - Rotorua
Set off through Cambridge, "The Town of Trees and Champions", on your way to Rotorua. Get your bearings before the ultimate New Zealand experience: a guided tour of the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa, the leader in kiwi husbandry. Learn about their work to save New Zealand's national bird, watch kiwi eggs being incubated and even peek at the adorable newly hatched chicks. Unforgettable encounters continue at tonight's Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia. Dig into locally sourced cuisine with an authentic Māori twist before a thrilling cultural performance including a traditional Māori welcome and music. You'll even get to see one of New Zealand's mind-blowing dramatic geysers and bubbling mud while cozied up on natural heated rock-seating, steaming hot chocolate in hand.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Ibis - 4
Day 4 — Rotorua Your Way
Go big on nature wowing at the scenic wonders of the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. You could take a tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set, where you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire, stroll around the 12-acre set past Hobbit Holes, the Mill and into the world-famous Green Dragon Inn, where you'll enjoy Hobbit South-farthing beverage to end your own Middle-earth adventure. Or, relax with the magical two-hour restorative journey spa experience at Wai Araki Spa. And don't miss your chance to discover Rotorua's spectacular lakes from a fully restored World War II amphibious vehicle accompanied by stories.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Ibis - 5
Day 5 — Rotorua - Queenstown
Travel back to Auckland by coach on your bucket list New Zealand tour for your flight to Queenstown, adventure capital of the world. Wind around the shores of Lake Wakatipu and get your bearings for what's to come. Your Travel Director points out the steamer wharf for tomorrow's trip to Walter Peak Station before taking you to your centrally located hotel. With anticipation building, speak with your Travel Director about dining recommendations for tonight. They're always eager to help! Internal flight included Auckland–Queenstown.
Lake Wakatipu
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown - 6
Day 6 — Queenstown Your Way
Thrill-seekers, foodies and outdoor enthusiasts are all in for a treat: today and tomorrow are all about taking in Queenstown and its world-famous adventures how you choose. Movie buffs can get the best of both worlds on a scenic tour of Glenorchy to discover iconic Lord of the Rings filming locations. Wine-lovers can join a Boutique Wine Tour of Queenstown, sampling Central Otago's signature Pinot Noir and more at four vineyards. After a day of activity, sit back and relax on an evening cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard a high-speed catamaran to Walter Peak Station where you'll sit down to a mouth-watering BBQ dinner and farm show at the Colonel's Homestead.Lake Wakatipu
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown - 7
Day 7 — Queenstown Your Way
The roll-call of activities you can sign up for is near endless. Tick a must-see South Island icon off your bucket list and join the day trip to the Fiordland National Park, cruising through the show-stopping Milford Sound. Make the most of the region's great outdoors visiting the Kiwi Park wildlife sanctuary of over 20 species of native New Zealand wildlife. Adrenaline junkies will have their pick of the bunch, with jet-boat tours on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers, experiencing the famous 360 degree "Shotover Jet Turn". Unwind grabbing a bite and raising a glass to another incredible day.
Fiordland National Park
Milford Sound
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown - 8
Day 8 — Queenstown - Tekapo
Set your course to the Mackenzie region with a stop in Cromwell to taste stone fruit at a stall belonging to a local orchard. Get your cameras ready for views across the waters of Lake Tekapo framed by rugged hills and snow-capped mountains. In Tekapo, see the Church of the Good Shepherd and the bronze statue of a collie dog, the touching tribute to the sheepdogs which helped develop the Mackenzie Country. Later, take your pick of ways to explore to take in the stunning region. See Mount Cook National Park from the air soaring over New Zealand's highest peak and on to Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Tonight, choose to view Tekapo's world renowned UNESCO Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve viewing amazing constellations that can only be seen in the southern hemisphere, including the Southern Cross, with a local astronomy guide.
Lake Tekapo
Mount Cook National Park
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Godley - 9
Day 9 — Tekapo - Christchurch
Get an early start to watch the sun rise over the lake or sleep in before heading north to Christchurch via Ashburton. In Christchurch, bid farewell to New Zealand.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most regions
- All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Daily breakfasts included and some dinners
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
- All interal air tickets included in trip cost for the tours with flight during the trip
Not included
- Flights
- Extra hotel nights for before and after your trip
- Choice Experiences
- Gratuities
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 3 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 4–31 days before | 20% | Cancellation Made Within 4 days to 31 days prior to departure, Refund 20% of total purchase amount |
| 32–62 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 32 days to 62 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 63+ days before | 200% | Cancellation Made 63 or more days prior to departure, only $200 charge handling fee by person |
Read the full cancellation terms
• Special events and activities may incur additional penalty.
Important info
Special notes
* New Zealand: USA passport holders require an Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) for New Zealand. It must be obtained on-line prior to departure from the Country of Origin. We recommend applying 60 days prior to departure.
* Please see important Visa details sent with your invoice.
* Porterage is not included. Guests will be required to handle their own luggage throughout their tour.
* Passports with a minimum of 6 months validity after return date are required and are at your expense.
* Please contact the consulate/embassy and family doctor for further details on medical vaccinations that may be required for specific countries.
* Non-US citizens please check with your nearest consulate.
* Day 1 is the start date and first hotel night included with the journey. Please arrange flights to arrive on or before Day 1.
* To give ample time for check-in and security, we recommend arriving at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight departure.
* A maximum of 50 guests.
* The child must be aged between 5 and 17 years at the time of travel.
* Generally, check-in times require guests to arrive at the airport a minimum of two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before an international flight. Please allow enough time to get to your flight – be aware that during busy travel periods or at airports with heightened security, you may experience longer queues.
* All guests including children must have a machine-readable passport valid for six months after your trip return date along with any applicable visas. When you travel internationally, you are responsible for ensuring you have the correct documents to enter and pass through any countries during your trip, and then make your way back home.
* Before flying, you will go through airport security. Restrictions on what you can take on board and in hand luggage vary from time to time and from country to country, so we recommend you read the latest security advice before travelling. Please remember that although all airports must adhere to relevant aviation security requirements, security procedures may vary from airport to airport. More information can be found on the website of the airport you are flying from.
* We highly recommend guests purchase travel insurance prior to your trip. Your insurance should cover trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, and evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events.
* You can bring one suitcase per person with the dimensions of 76cm x 46cm x 25cm (30" x 18" x 10") and weight not exceeding 23 kg (50 lbs) due to the limited space on the coach. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and does not have telescopic handles.
* Each guest must ensure that their passport is valid for at least six months beyond the conclusion of their trip and that they have acquired all necessary visas and permits. You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas before the departure of your guided holiday. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks before your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your Travel Agent and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting well in advance to determine which visas they require and how to obtain them.
* For safety reasons, small rolling suitcases are not permitted inside the coach. As our coaches have large windows, there is minimal space to store them securely overhead or under the seat. Suggested carry-on is a soft-sided bag similar to backpack, tote bag, etc.
* Electrical plugs and outlets differ throughout the world. We recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor that's suitable for the countries you are traveling to.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* Triple room bookings are available, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 17 or under. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
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