Duration : 11 Nights / 12 Days
Destinations : Auckland , Waitomo, Rotorua, Christchurch , Milford Sound, Queenstown, Glacier Region
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 Arrive Auckland
On arrival into Auckland, "The City of Sails" you will be welcomed.
Day 2 Auckland Sightseeing (B)
Morning tour including Victoria Park Market, Westhaven Marina and Mt Eden for spectacular views of the city and harbour.
Day 3 Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua (BD)
Travel south to arrive at Waitomo for a guided tour of the world famous Waitomo Glowworm caves. Continue over the forested Mamaku Ranges to reach the "Thermal City" of Rotorua. This evening enjoy an authentic Maori Hangi (feast) and concert.
Day 4 Rotorua (B)
Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve to see boiling mudpools and roaring geysers. Following this see bird life, trout and other wildlife before viewing a New Zealand farmshow featuring sheep dog demonstrations, cow milking and an introduction to the stars of our sheep industry. This afternoon is at leisure.
Day 5 Rotorua - Christchurch (B)
Transfer to Rotorua Airport today for your flight to the 'Garden City' of Christchurch. Flight Rotorua to Christchurch NOT included.
Day 6 Christchurch - Mt Cook - Queenstown (B)
Travel across the fertile Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo before continuing on to New Zealand's highest mountain, Mt Cook. Depart Mt Cook and follow the shores of Lake Pukaki south through the historic Central Otago region to the 'Alpine Resort' of Queenstown.
Day 7 Milford Sound (B)
Follow the southern arm of Lake Wakatipu to Lumsden, and onward to Lake Te Anau. Enter the Eglinton Valley and travel through the breath taking man made Homer Tunnel to reach Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on this world famous fiord, dominated by Mitre Peak and the cascading Bowen Falls. Return to Queenstown.
Day 8 Queenstown (B)
An opportunity today to explore the endless optional attractions available. Queenstown offers bungy jumping, jetboating, white water rafting, gondola rides and much more. Optional activities not included in the tour price.
Day 9 Queenstown - Glacier Region (B)
Depart Queenstown this morning and travel along the shores of Lakes Wanaka and Hawea to the Haast Pass.Continue up the West Coast past spectacular mountain ranges and native forests to the glacier region of Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers.
Day 10 Glacier Region - Christchurch (B)
Travel north to Greymouth today and board the world famous Tranz Alpine train (coach passengers only). Ascend through lush beech forests past the alpine village of Arthur's Pass before crossing the spectacular Southern Alps into Christchurch.
Day 11 Christchurch Sightseeing (B)
Highlights of your tour today include the Anglican Cathedral, Town Hall, the Arts Centre, Canterbury Museum, the University, Botanic Gardens and the Avon River.
Day 12 Departure Day (B)