oceania·Multi-day tour·7 days
7-Day New Zealand Panorama Tour With Internal Air from Queenstown: Auckland and Rotorua | 1 Country and 3 Cities | 6 Breakfasts & 3 Dinners
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Wonderful Travel: 7 days, 1 country and 3 cities
• Meal Inclusions: 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
• Make Travel Matter: The national symbol of New Zealand, kiwi birds are as adorable as they are endangered. Your visit to a hatchery supports breeding programs to ensure their future
• Cultural Immersion: New Zealand people celebrate their heritage at every chance possible, as you’ll discover at Te Puia, with locally sourced cuisine and an authentic Maori twist in each dish, and an exhilarating cultural performance
• Local Connection: Real Country South Island farmer shares what life on the land is like, while your local guide at Waitomo Caves reveals the sparkly creatures living within the land
• World Class Nature: Blessed with snow-capped peaks and vast mirror-like lakes, Queenstown is the kind of place that makes you want to instantly become a New Zealand resident
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Farm Experience at Real Country
• Cruise Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak on TSS Earnslaw Steamship
• Gourmet BBQ dinner and farm show at Walter Peak High Country Farm
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - National Kiwi Hatchery Tour
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Guided Te Po Indigenous Experience at Te Puia
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua with a guided tour through the only living Maori village in the world, Whakarewarewa
• Guided Tour of Waitomo Caves including Glowworm Cruise
• Meal Inclusions: 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
• Make Travel Matter: The national symbol of New Zealand, kiwi birds are as adorable as they are endangered. Your visit to a hatchery supports breeding programs to ensure their future
• Cultural Immersion: New Zealand people celebrate their heritage at every chance possible, as you’ll discover at Te Puia, with locally sourced cuisine and an authentic Maori twist in each dish, and an exhilarating cultural performance
• Local Connection: Real Country South Island farmer shares what life on the land is like, while your local guide at Waitomo Caves reveals the sparkly creatures living within the land
• World Class Nature: Blessed with snow-capped peaks and vast mirror-like lakes, Queenstown is the kind of place that makes you want to instantly become a New Zealand resident
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Farm Experience at Real Country
• Cruise Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak on TSS Earnslaw Steamship
• Gourmet BBQ dinner and farm show at Walter Peak High Country Farm
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - National Kiwi Hatchery Tour
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Guided Te Po Indigenous Experience at Te Puia
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua with a guided tour through the only living Maori village in the world, Whakarewarewa
• Guided Tour of Waitomo Caves including Glowworm Cruise
7 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Queenstown
Queenstown deserves its destination crown. And after private transfers on arrival, youl'l have plenty of time to explore at leisure. Later, meet your Travel Director for a welcome briefing Hit us up for dining recommendations.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown - 2
Day 2 — Queenstown & Surrounds
Arriving in New Zealand, the first thing you probably noticed is that there’s a lot of farmland. Its fitting then, that one of the first visits you make is to meet a Southern local farmer at Real Country, where whip cracking and sheep mustering are part of this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER experience. Have demonstrations of Horse communication, working sheep dog mustering, and feed and interact with the friendly farm animals. For every guest, we donate funds to The Fairlight Foundation, Advancing Women in Agriculture. Then you'll think you've stepped back in time when you arrive in the former gold-mining village of Arrowtown, where history and beauty merge to create an unforgettable experience. Nestled in the scenic Southern Alps, you can explore quaint shops and restaurants, all while taking in the stunning views. Come dusk, cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw; the only thing more inspiring than the surrounding peaks of the Remarkables is the festive atmosphere welcoming you to Walter Peak High Country Farm, where a gourmet barbecue Highlight Dinner at the Colonel’s Homestead awaits.
Lake Wakatipu
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown - 3
Day 3 — Queenstown Free Time
You clearly need more than one day to appreciate Queenstown and its surrounds. And when we say surrounds, we mean Milford Sound/Piopiotahi. Today sign up for an optional tour to Milford Sound/Piopiotahi. Travel through World Heritage listed Fiordland National Park for exceptional views as you pass through dense rainforest and pass by towering mountains. On arrival at Milford Sound/Piopiotahi embark on a cruise to experience the eighth wonder of the World. Don’t be surprised if you see fur seals and local mountain parrots (the Kea), they are common here, playing in the wake of waterfalls. If you like things fast-paced, opt for wine tasting or jet-boating (all own expense). You are in the adventure capital of New Zealand, after all.
Kiwi Birdlife Park
Milford Sound
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown - 4
Day 4 — Queenstown - Auckland - Rotorua
Touching down in Auckland, you'll board your coach for the drive to Rotorua, the cultural capital, where you can immerse yourself in Maori history and culture.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Millennium Hotel Rotorua - 5
Day 5 — Rotorua Sightseeing
Your visit to the National Kiwi Hatchery is guided by passionate conservationists and will give you fascinating insights into New Zealand's national bird on this rewarding MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Rotorua's landscapes are reminiscent of a sci-fi movie set where mud pops from bubbling geysers and steam rushes skywards. See it first-hand on your visit to Whakarewarewa, the world's only living Māori village where people live on a daily basis, using natural geothermal resources to cook, bathe and heat their homes as they have for centuries. This evening, embark on the Te Po experience at Te Puia. Learn about 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. Witness a pōwhiri (traditional welcome), waiata (song), mōteatea (traditional chant) poi and haka. 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.
Pohutu Geyser
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Millennium Hotel Rotorua - 6
Day 6 — Rotorua - Auckland
Set your GPS for the Waitomo Caves. While cruising cavernous limestone waterways, your route is cast in a magical light by thousands of tiny blue and green glowworms. Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, appears on the horizon, dazzling with not one, but two harbours. This evening, share the stories of your New Zealand Panorama tour at dinner with your Travel Director and companions at The Grill, celebrating Aotearoa's culinary treasures.
Waitomo Glowworm Cave
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Horizon by SkyCity Auckland - 7
Day 7 — Auckland
Short, sweet and packed with highlights – how else to describe this wonderful week?Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 6-night hotel accommodation
- 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
- Travel Director, Driver Guide and local Guides
- Transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach
- Internal flight Included: day 4 - Queenstown to Auckland
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 prior to 4:00pm into Queenstown Airport. Day 7: Flights to depart anytime from Auckland 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 two people 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 two people 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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