State: New Zealand
Operator: Adventure Express
Minimum Price: AUD $ 2,475

Low Cost New Zealand Experience, see Christchurch, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Rotorua, Auckland & more

 

Highlights:

• Tour the Glow-worm Grotto at the Waitomo Caves
• Enjoy a Hangi Feast and Concert
• Explore the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
• Cruise through Queen Charlotte Sound and across Cook Strait
• Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo
• See mighty Mt. Cook, New Zealand's highest mountain
• Tour the sights of Dunedin
• Cruise on Milford Sound
• Full day at leisure in Queenstown, New Zealand's adventure capital
• Stay at spectacular Fox Glacier
• See the Pancake Rocks and blowholes at Punakaiki
• Opportunity to journey on the TranzAlpine train

Itinerary:

Day 1 Tue: Arrive Auckland

On arrival in Auckland you will be transferred to your hotel (flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm). The remainder of the day is at leisure. This evening enjoy a welcome drink.
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel, Auckland.

Day 2 Wed: Waitomo Caves/Rotorua

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Auckland, then journey south through the Waikato district to Waitomo. At the Waitomo Caves experience a guided tour and boat ride of the incredible Glow-worm Grotto. This afternoon travel to Rotorua.
Enjoy an evening of fun and laughter and gain an insight into traditional Maori culture and entertainment, plus
a delicious buffet dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel Ibis, Rotorua, 2 nights. (B) (HD)

Day 3 Thu: Rotorua

Enjoy a guided tour accompanied by a local Maori guide and share the beauty and history of the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. Wander amidst pools of boiling mud and geysers of all sizes! Opportunity to visit Paradise Valley Springs and the Sheep Show at Agrodome to enjoy an entertaining look at life on the farm. Free time this afternoon.
Tonight you have the opportunity to experience a special evening of entertainment presenting The Realm of Tãne, an extraordinary journey through Maori culture, mythology and our story of creation. (B)

Day 4 Fri: Rotorua/Wellington

This morning depart Rotorua, travelling south to Wairakei and on to Taupo, in the very heart of the North Island. Stop to view mighty Huka Falls before following the eastern shoreline of Lake Taupo. Continue through the rich dairy farming lands of Manawatu to the coast and into the capital city Wellington.
Accommodation: Mercure Willis Street, Wellington. (B)

Day 5 Sat: Wellington/Picton

Enjoy a tour around Wellington.
Free time to visit Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum. This afternoon join
the inter-island cruise across Cook Strait and into the tranquil Queen Charlotte Sound, before arriving at the pretty fishing village of Picton on the South Island.
Accommodation: Beachcomber, Picton. (B)

Day 6 Sun: Christchurch

Travel along the rugged coast to Kaikoura, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy an optional whale watching flight. This afternoon continue to the beautiful city Christchurch.
Accommodation: The Elms Hotel, Christchurch. (B)

Day 7 Mon: Mt. Cook

Travel over the colourful, patchwork plains of Canterbury. Visit beautiful Lake Tekapo and view the Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue past Mt. Cook National Park, home to New Zealand's highest mountain. Time to take an optional scenic flight over this mighty mountain (weather permitting).
Accommodation: Heritage Gateway Hotel, Omarama. (B)

Day 8 Tue: Dunedin

Follow the Waitaki River, passing hydro-electric dams at Waitaki and Aviemore. Travel through Oamaru which is famous for its white stone buildings made of limestone. Continue south to Dunedin, founded by Scottish settlers.
Accommodation: Saville International Hotel, Dunedin. (B)

Day 9 Wed: Dunedin

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dunedin and the opportunity to visit historic Larnach Castle. Travel south through Balclutha and the farming town of Gore. Cross the rich fertile country of South Otago and continue to Te Anau.
Accommodation: Kingsgate Hotel, Te Anau. (B)

Day 10 Thu: Milford Sound

Travel south towards Fiordland, and through the Homer Tunnel. Stop briefly at the Chasm before arriving at Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on the waters of this natural wonder, with Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls high above you. Continue to Queenstown.
Accommodation: Aspen Hotel, Queenstown, 2 nights. (B)

Day 11 Fri: Queenstown

Today is at leisure for you to enjoy the many scenic delights of Queenstown, New Zealand's adventure capital. This evening you have the opportunity to ride the Skyline Gondola to the top of Bob's Peak for a delicious buffet dinner.
Then later you may experience the Kiwi Haka. (B)

Day 12 Sat: Fox Glacier

Enjoy a visit to Arrowtown, a colourful township steeped in local history. Follow the course of the fast flowing Kawarau River through the Kawarau Gorge. Climb over the Haast Pass, which winds its way through Mount Aspiring National Park. Continue north along the coastal road to Fox Glacier.
Accommodation: Fox Glacier Hotel, Fox Glacier. (B)

Day 13 Sun: Punakaiki/ Christchurch

This morning you will have the opportunity to enjoy an optional scenic flight (weather permitting). This afternoon continue north along the rugged coast to Punakaiki and see the Pancake Rocks and blowholes.
Accommodation: The Elms Hotel, Christchurch. (B)

Day 14 Mon: Depart Christchurch

You will be transferred to Christchurch Airport to connect with your flight (flights to depart anytime). (B)

What's Included?

• Rooms with private facilities in quality hotels, on a Twin Share basis
• Tour by luxury coach, air-conditioned, restroom equipped, reclining seats and panoramic windows
• All purpose travel bag, wallet and touring map
• Airport transfers included
• Porterage at your tour hotels
• Experienced services of a professional Tour Director and Tour Driver
• Welcome Drink
• Full Buffet Breakfasts (13) (B)
• Exciting Highlight Dinner (1) (HD)
• Hotel Dinners (7) Your choice

Notes:

Tour Code: HAAC
Special Departure Dates: 08 May, 15 May, 19 Jun, 17 Jul, 4 Aug, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 25 Sep
Trip Duration: 14 days
Departs from: Auckland
Tour Ends: Christchurch
All Prices: $2475 per adult. Savings available for Concession Card holders, group bookings and children.