Magnificent New Zealand
Overview
Magnificent New Zealand is a voyage through renowned locations and stunning scenery that will never be forgotten. It combines nature, adventure, and culture to provide the ideal vacation experience across New Zealand's most breathtaking features, from the picturesque splendor of Milford Sound and Lake Tekapo to the charm of Hobbiton and energetic Queenstown
Highlights
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
- Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
- Te Puia - Indigenous Evening Experience
- Punakaiki Rocks & Blowholes
- Shantytown Heritage Park
- Milford Sound Tour with Cruise & Lunch
- Queenstown / Mt Cook / Christchurch Tour
Tour Details
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Detailed Itinerary
Auckland (Arrival)
Greetings from New Zealand! After arriving in Auckland, the biggest city in New Zealand, you will be driven to your hotel and checked in. The remainder of the day is free. Spend the night in Auckland.
Auckland - Hobbiton - Rotorua
Today, take a fully guided trip from Auckland over the undulating green hills to the famous Hobbiton Movie Set, where the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings films were made. After that, you continue on to Rotorua, a geothermal marvel. Spend the night in Rotorua. (L)
Rotorua
You will be taken to Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland for a two-hour tour today. You will next proceed to Te Puia for an Indigenous Evening Experience, which will include a cultural show and buffet food. Spend the night in Rotorua. (D)
Rotorua - Christchurch
Take your domestic flight to Christchurch today from Rotorua (not included). After arriving, settle into your accommodation and spend the remainder of the day as you like. Spend the night in Christchurch.
Christchurch - Greymouth
To catch the Tranz Alpine train to Greymouth today, make your way to the Christchurch Railway Station. Before you check into your Greymouth accommodation, you will be greeted and taken to the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes for a quick, self-guided stroll to see the intriguing pancake-shaped rock formations.
Greymouth, Franz Josef
Take a visit to Shantytown Heritage Park this morning. Go back to Greymouth later to be transferred to Franz Josef. Spend the night at Franz Josef.
Franz Josef - Queenstown
You will be transported to Queenstown today after being picked up from your accommodation. Spend the night in Queenstown.
Queenstown:
You are free to explore Queenstown, the capital of adventure, at your own pace today. Spend the night in Queenstown.
Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
Proceed with your cruise trip of Milford Sound today. When you get there, board your boat and take a cruise in the fjord, which is encircled by tall mountains and cliffs that plummet into the ocean. On your coach ride back to Queenstown's downtown after an exciting day out, consider lifelong memories. Spend the night at Queenstown. (L)
Queenstown - Mt Cook/Tekapo - Christchurch
You're leaving Queenstown for Christchurch today. You will stop at Lake Tekapo and Mount Cook along route. After stopping near the well-known Church of the Good Shepherd, go to Christchurch across the breathtaking landscape. Spend the night in Christchurch.
Christchurch (Departure)
A departing transfer to Christchurch Airport for your journey to your next destination marks the end of your tour today.
Map & Logistics
Cities Covered
What's Included
- Accommodation in comfortable hotels on twin / double sharing basis
- Daily breakfast at hotel
- Meals as mentioned in itinerary (Lunch & Dinner where specified)
- Airport arrival transfer in Auckland and departure transfer in Christchurch
- Fully guided tour from Auckland to Rotorua including visit to Hobbiton Movie Set
- Entry to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Cultural evening experience with dinner at Te Puia
- Scenic TranzAlpine train journey from Christchurch to Greymouth
- Visit to Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes
- Entry to Shantytown Heritage Park
- Milford Sound cruise tour from Queenstown
- Visit to Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park and Lake Tekapo
- All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary on SIC / coach basis
- Driver / guide assistance during tours
- All applicable hotel taxes
What's Not Included
- International airfare
- Domestic flight (Rotorua to Christchurch)
- New Zealand visa charges
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, tips, shopping, porterage, etc.
- Optional tours and adventure activities in Queenstown
- Travel insurance
- Early check-in / Late check-out charges
- Any increase in government taxes or currency fluctuations
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
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