8 days / 7 nights
Daily Tour
10 people
English
An adventure-filled NZ multi-day vacation package with bubbling mud pools and spurting geysers to magnificent vistas and majestic snow-capped mountains.
A perfect tour for those short of time that wish to experience a taste of what each island has to offer.
AUCKLAND – ROTORUA (FLIGHT NOT INCLUDED) – QUEENSTOWN – MT COOK – TEKAPO – CHRISTCHURCH
8 days / 7 nights
Upon arrival, collect your rental vehicle and self drive to your accommodation. Auckland is New Zealand's largest city, set between two harbours with gentle sandy shores on the east coast and black sand, wild surf beaches on the west coast. Home to sheltered, sparkling blue waters dotted with beautiful emerald islands, we recommend getting out on the water when you are here. Overnight: Auckland
There are a number of different routes to take on the journey to Rotorua. You might like to add one or two optional tours on your way to geothermal Rotorua, a bubbling and steaming destination like nowhere else. Overnight: Rotorua
Auckland-Rotorua: 235km (approx 3 hrs)
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Hamilton Gardens
Polynesian Spa Deluxe Lake Spa
Rotorua is surrounded by a fascinating geothermal landscape with its unique steam vents, spouting geysers and bubbling mud pool set alongside freshwater lakes and majestic native forests. It is also a region immersed in fascinating Maori myths and legends. Today you'll visit one of the local geothermal attractions before a sensory evening display in the forest. Overnight: Rotorua
INCLUDED ACTIVITES
Waimangu Geothermal Valley
Redwoods Nightlights
Depart on your domestic flight to Queenstown. (Airfare is NOT included).
Queenstown is one of New Zealand’s most exciting destinations. It is a hub of adventure surrounded by famous landscapes, renowned vineyards and goldmining history. Overnight: Queenstown
Flight Time: Rotorua to Queenstown is approx. 3 hours
Magnificent vistas and majestic mountains dominate this compact alpine resort town and with such an expansive natural physical environment it is not surprising that Queenstown has been described as the Adventure Capital of the World.
Make your way to the Skyline Base for a Gondola Ride to the top of Bob’s Peak and enjoy some spectacular panoramic views high above Queenstown. You might also like to add some Luge rides to your bucket list for some extra fun. There is plenty of free time today to add some of the endless optional activities on offer. Overnight: Queenstown
INCLUDED ACTIVITES
Skyline Gondola Ride
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Glenorchy Lord of the Rings 4WD Safari
Walter Peak BBQ Lunch
Shotover Jetboat Ride
Original Onsen Exclusive Indoor Pool
Today’s journey takes you to a scenic wonderland with golden tussocks, snow-capped mountains and turquoise lakes. Hug the shores of beautiful Lake Pukaki and embrace the dramatic vast landscape. Travel to a rugged land of ice and rock that showcases multiple giant peaks including New Zealand's highest mountain. Overnight: Tekapo or Mt Cook
Queenstown - Aoraki Mt Cook 256-266km (approx 3hrs, 15 mins)
OPTIONAL ACTIVITES
Dark Sky Experience
Be sure to stop for a while at Lake Tekapo where the ‘Church of the Good Shepherd’ takes pride of place against the backdrop of a vivid blue glacier-fed lake. Continue north-east where braided rivers and a fertile patchwork of plains made with every shade of green will signal your arrival into Christchurch.
Christchurch is set between the deep blue Pacific Ocean and the mighty snow-capped Southern Alps. This is a vibrant, ever-changing city with inner city parks and gardens delightfully interwoven by the meandering Avon River. Overnight: Christchurch
Arrangements conclude today with the return of your rental car to Christchurch Airport.
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