oceania·Multi-day tour·10 days
10-Day Contrasts Of New Zealand Tour With Internal Air from Auckland: Rotorua, Queenstown and Christchurch | Milford Sound | Lake Tekapo | 1 Country and 6 Cities | 9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunch & 5 Dinners
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Wonderful Travel: 10 days, 1 country and 6 cities
• Meal Inclusions: 9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunch, 5 Dinners
• Make Travel Matter: Operation Nest Egg may sound James Bond-esque, but it's actually a National Kiwi Hatchery project to care for the country's kiwi population
• Cultural Immersion: Discover just how strong Māori culture is at Te Po Maori Experience at Te Puia, celebrating art, tradition and cuisine. Bring your appetite for nurturing Māori cuisine
• Local Connection: Enjoy morning tea on a Sheep and Cattle Farm in the Hurunuri Hills
• World Class Nature: South Island countryside never fails to impress, as you'll discover on your Milford Sound/Piopiotahi Cruise
• Interactive All Blacks Rugby Experience
• Guided Tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Guided Te Po Indigenous Experience at Te Puia
• Explore the Geothermal Wonders of Rotorua
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - National Kiwi Hatchery Tour
• Milford Sound/Piopiotahi Nature Cruise
• Visit Highlands Museum at Highlands Motorsport Park
• Astronomy & Stargazing tour at Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve
• Hurunui Hills Be My Guest Sheep Dog Demonstration and Farm visit
• Visit a Family-owned vineyard for lunch and wine tasting among the vines
• Meal Inclusions: 9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunch, 5 Dinners
• Make Travel Matter: Operation Nest Egg may sound James Bond-esque, but it's actually a National Kiwi Hatchery project to care for the country's kiwi population
• Cultural Immersion: Discover just how strong Māori culture is at Te Po Maori Experience at Te Puia, celebrating art, tradition and cuisine. Bring your appetite for nurturing Māori cuisine
• Local Connection: Enjoy morning tea on a Sheep and Cattle Farm in the Hurunuri Hills
• World Class Nature: South Island countryside never fails to impress, as you'll discover on your Milford Sound/Piopiotahi Cruise
• Interactive All Blacks Rugby Experience
• Guided Tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Guided Te Po Indigenous Experience at Te Puia
• Explore the Geothermal Wonders of Rotorua
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - National Kiwi Hatchery Tour
• Milford Sound/Piopiotahi Nature Cruise
• Visit Highlands Museum at Highlands Motorsport Park
• Astronomy & Stargazing tour at Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve
• Hurunui Hills Be My Guest Sheep Dog Demonstration and Farm visit
• Visit a Family-owned vineyard for lunch and wine tasting among the vines
10 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Auckland
New Zealand’s largest city is also one of its prettiest, as you’ll discover exploring at your leisure. Arrive early to linger in its hip harbourside precincts, where galleries and design-driven stores await. You’ll have worked up an appetite by the time you meet your fellow travel companions for dinner at The Grill celebrating Aotearoa's culinary treasures. Expect the finest quality grassfed steaks, from 100% New Zealand owned and operated suppliers, and sustainable line-caught fish. Start your Auckland tour on a high, we say.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Horizon by SkyCity Auckland - 2
Day 2 — Auckland Sightseeing & Free Time
After a relaxed start, set your sights firmly on New Zealand's national game: rugby. The interactive All Blacks Experience explores an introduction to the game as a part of New Zealand culture. Afterwards get the lay of the land on a city sightseeing tour including views of Mission Bay, and stopping at Bastion Point and the Michael Joseph Savage Memorial to New Zealand's first Labour Prime Minister. Admire the sunken pool and landscaped gardens as you’re treated to sweeping views of Waitemata Harbour and the North Shore.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Horizon by SkyCity Auckland - 3
Day 3 — Auckland - Rotorua
Get ready for a much-anticipated trip to the charming village of Hobbiton. Upon arrival, set off on a guided tour through the 12-acre set. You'll have plenty of time for photo opportunities on the interactive hobbit hole and the Mill. After a stop for lunch (own expense) continue to Rotorua. This evening, explore Te Puia's geothermal valley. Learn about Maori history and culture on this guided experience, which includes hangi-inspired cuisine and a cultural performance in a finely carved meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua. It ends on a high at the Pohutu Geyser, where, armed with a hot chocolate, you'll view one of New Zealand's geothermal wonderlands.
Hobbiton
Pohutu Geyser
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Millennium Hotel Rotorua - 4
Day 4 — Rotorua - Auckland - Queenstown
Your visit to the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa is guided by passionate conservationists who will give you fascinating insights into New Zealand's national bird on this rewarding MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. The feel-good vibes that will follow you all the way to Queenstown, the self-proclaimed adventure capital of New Zealand. It makes perfect sense – there are ski fields, white-water river and bridges strapped with bungy cords wherever you turn. And then there’s the dining scene; Queenstown is home to some of the country’s most awarded restaurants. Whether you’re in the mood for bulging burgers or lakeside tapas, ask us for recommendations on this leg of your Queenstown New Zealand tour.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown - 5
Day 5 — Milford Sound/Piopiotahi Cruise
Bring your stamina and sense of adventure – things get a little wild today. Nature rules as you skirt Queenstown’s gleaming Lake Wakatipu, and traverse the Devil’s Staircase to Te Anau, the alpine gateway to UNESCO World Heritage listed Fiordland National Park. Once you’ve paused to admire the drama at Mirror Lakes, Knobs Flat, Hollyford Valley lookout and Cleddau Valley, you’ll begin to understand why Rudyard Kipling called this the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’. You haven’t even seen Bowen Falls or Milford Sound/Piopiotahi yet… Onboard your nature cruise, which includes a picnic lunch, enjoy commentary from your eagle-eyed Naturalist guide, who not only narrates on the immense geological history of the Fiord, but will point out fur seals and dolphins should they choose to come out to play.
Lake Wakatipu
Milford Sound
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown - 6
Day 6 — Queenstown Free Time
Today, take Queenstown at your own pace. Like things fast and furious? Feel the wind in your hair on a high-octane jet boat ride, perhaps. Prefer to be able to talk (and drink wine) while you cruise? Glide across Lake Wakatipu aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak High Country Farm for a guided farm tour, including morning or afternoon tea, in a dreamy alpine setting (all own expense). Wherever you wander, be sure to save space for tonight’s dinner at Postmasters Café, a historic Arrowtown cottage replete with picket fence and Instagrammable gardens.Lake Wakatipu
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown - 7
Day 7 — Queenstown - Lake Tekapo
Whether pinot noir grapes or cherries, things grow well in the fertile Central Otago region of the South Island. Get a taste for the area’s plump stone fruit at the stall of a local orchard. Is it Michael Schumacher’s Benetton F1 car or the $4.2-million Aston Martin Vulcan that draws crowds to the Highlands Motorsport Museum? During your visit to this extraordinary space you’ll have the chance to become familiar with some of the rarest cars in NZ motorsports history. And you don’t have to be a rev head to appreciate the machines on display – they’re genuinely impressive from every angle. Small wonder many have starred in movies and TV shows over the years. Mountain drama is your backdrop en route to Lake Tekapo, with water so turquoise it looks like a Renaissance painting. This part of the country is ravishing and remote; the lack of light pollution means dazzling Southern Hemisphere stargazing at UNESCO World Heritage listed Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. It may be a late night, but tonight's star gazing experience at a purpose-built observation crater with expert astronomy guides is bound to be a highlight. If there was ever a NZ experience that put life in perspective, this is it.
Lake Tekapo
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo - 8
Day 8 — Lake Tekapo - Christchurch
The Canterbury region of the east coast is a rustic union of grassy plains, mirror-like lakes and snow-capped mountains, the kind of landscape that you might see on postcards. Arrive in the beautiful English city of Christchurch for a guided tour. The city is not only rebuilding itself after the devastating 2010/11 earthquakes, but is changing the way architects think about design. Case in point the mind-bending Transitional Cathedral, made largely of cardboard, and Turanga, the gold-clad central library.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Distinction Christchurch Hotel - 9
Day 9 — Christchurch Sightseeing
Travel north through rolling countryside to Hurunui Hills, a hill country farm in North Canterbury. Enjoy warm Kiwi hospitality with the Bamford Family, who have been farming at Hurunui since 1884 with six generations focused on producing premium Merino sheep, wool and Angus cattle. Soak up stunning scenery while enjoying morning tea, meet the farm animals & discover what it is like to live off the land on this unique By My Guest experience. Continue to a local vineyard, Waipara Springs Winery, where it's time to relax and enjoy wine tasting and a platter-style lunch among the vines. A big day leads to a big evening joining your Travel Director and travel mates for a celebratory dinner featuring produce from the Canterbury region.Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: IncludedStay: Distinction Christchurch Hotel - 10
Day 10 — Christchurch
You’ve travelled hundreds of kilometres across two islands, likely taken thousands of photos, and made countless memories and new friends. The only thing left to do is plan your next trip to New Zealand.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 9-night hotel accommodation
- 9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunch, 5 Dinners
- Travel Director, Driver Guide and local Guides
- Transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach
- Internal flight Included: Day 4 - Auckland to Queenstown
Not included
- Service fee for travel director and driver
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
- Optional tours and mandatory fees are not covered in the tour cost; kindly pay these directly to the guide during the tour. For details, please check the daily itinerary. (Costs listed are estimated; the tour guide will provide final confirmation.)
- Travel insurance
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 |
| 32–92 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 32 days to 92 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 93+ days before | 350% | Cancellation Made 93 or more days prior to departure, only $350 charge handling fee by person |
Read the full cancellation terms
• Airlines change prices and routes from time to time. All air routings are in the sole control of the airline and are subject to change at any time.
• Special events and activities may incur additional penalty.
• Special events and activities may incur additional penalty.
Important info
Special notes
- Day 1: Flights to arrive by 4:00pm into Auckland Airport. Day 10: Flights to depart any time from Christchurch Airport. Return Airport to Hotel transfers are included in the tour price. Flights to and from your tour are not included in the tour price.
- What to bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Water bottle
- Warm layers in cooler months
- Camera - Security: Security is a major concern to all of us and the situation globally is constantly changing. Events around the world, coupled with the “Travel Advisories” put out by various governments, may at times necessitate changes to the accommodation and itinerary or even trip cancellation. You must accept these risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security diffi culties and accept responsibility for your own travel decisions.
- Travel insurance:
- Travel insurance is highly recommended for all guests covering all applicable dates of travel with the Provider. This insurance should cover: trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. The choice of insurer is yours.
- The availability of travel insurance and extent of cover is constantly changing. For most up to date information talk to your reservation agent. The Provider may receive a commission for introducing you to a travel insurance provider.
- The Provider cannot be held responsible for your failure to obtain insurance which is appropriate, and we recommend you purchase your insurance at or soon after booking your trip. The Provider (other than in circumstances where the Provider has been negligent) will not be held liable for any costs incurred by the guest resulting from their failure to obtain adequate travel insurance. - Wifi: Complimentary Wi-Fi service is available in the rooms and public areas of most accommodation. Complimentary Wi-Fi is also provided on-board the motorcoaches, however this is not available in all locations, such as on motorcoaches on the local operator Day Tours and Short Breaks in the Northern Territory. The Wi-Fi on the motorcoaches uses the mobile phone network and as a result the connection will be slower than standard broadband and at times may not be available. Audio and Video streaming is not available using motorcoach WiFi. Please note that it may not be available on train trips, cruises, lodges, tented camps or when the main motorcoach is not being used, such as on transfer motorcoaches and other local services.
- Transfers: Transfers can be purchased for an additional cost in many destinations. There will be no refund for missed or unused transfers. If you require and reserve airport transfers and did not purchase your flights from the local operator, you will need to provide your arrival and departure flight information to the local operator 60 days before flight departure depending on the destination. It is your responsibility to update the local operator with any changes to your flight schedule to ensure that you receive your transfers. Failure to do so may result in missing these services and no refund shall be due for missed transfers resulting from missing or outdated flight information.
- Luggage Allowances:
- Due to limited motorcoach capacity, a single bag is allowed with dimensions not exceeding 30”x18”x10” (76x46x25cm) and weight not exceeding 20kgs./44lbs. Carry-on/hand luggage is restricted to one piece per person, not exceeding 12”x11”x6” (30x28x14cm) to fit under your coach seat or in the small overhead compartment. Carry-ons with telescopic handles and wheels will not fit in the overhead compartments or under seats and therefore, cannot be accepted as carry-on luggage. Carry-on/hand luggage handling is the responsibility of each guest and must be taken on and off the coach by you each day of the guided vacation.
- If you wish to bring a second item of luggage this must be requested at time of booking, may not be permitted and will incur an additional charge. Additional items not pre-booked or luggage which exceeds weight or size limits may be refused.
- Please be advised that stricter luggage allowances may be in place for other methods of transportation such as fl ights and cruises. Please confi rm with your local sales representative or online reservation agent.
- The local operator and the local operator' affi liated entities shall not be liable for loss or damage to luggage or any guest's belongings. Guests should immediately report lost items to the Travel Director who will assist in completing a lost property form that can be used for an insurance claim. - Tips:
- Tips are included for services on your guided vacation, except to your Motorcoach Driver, Travel Director, Local Host and Local Experts whose tips/gratuities should be extended on a voluntary, individual basis at the end of your vacation. Included tips cover all services provided by dining-room waiters, housekeeping staff and porters at hotels.
- Tips for cruises and train journeys are subject to other arrangements which may be confi rmed with your local sales agent or online reservation agent. - Passports, Visas and other Entry/Exit Requirements:
- All guests must be in possession of a machine-readable passport valid for 6 months after their trip return date along with applicable visas. Due to government-imposed security/immigration measures, passport and emergency contact information is required for all guests prior to the release of travel documents.
- It is the guest's sole responsibility to secure and/or pay for any and all visas, or Electronic Travel Authorisations (ETAs), affi davits, vaccinations, etc. that are required in order to be permitted entry into each destination. In some countries you may be subject to entry (reciprocity) fees and/or departure taxes/exit fees which will be collected at the airports upon entry/departure by local government authorities.
- You should check with your Travel Agent or Consular Service for information regarding necessary visa and travel documentation for your entire trip. Where possible we strongly recommend obtaining any required visa or documentation prior to departure. Obtaining documentation while travelling can be a time-consuming process and some countries will not issue documentation at the border. For some countries an invitation letter is required from the Ground Handler to send along with the visa application.
- Please note that entry to any country may be refused even if the required information and travel documents are complete. The Provider will require full passport information (full name, date of birth, passport number, Nationality, issue and expiry dates) prior to final payment.
- For up-to-date detailed information on travel documents and visas, entry/exit taxes and further information on entry and exit requirements please check with your Travel Agent or local consular services. Obtaining and carrying these documents is your sole responsibility.
- The Provider bears no responsibility for such information and will not be responsible for advising and/or obtaining required travel documentation for any guest, or for any delays, damages, and/or losses including missed portions of your vacation related to improper documentation or government decisions about entry. - For Your Comfort: The Provider enforces a strict no smoking (including e-cigarettes) and no alcohol policy on board motorcoaches. Regular comfort stops are made on travelling days. Many hotels, restaurants, trains, cruises and other venues are 100% smoke free. The Provider operates a daily seat rotation system.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when twopeople stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people including adult and child.
* Child: 5-15, child under the age of 5 is not allowed.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when twopeople stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 2 people including adult and child.
* Child: 5-15, child under the age of 5 is not allowed.
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