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17 Days | Journey through New Zealand’s most awe-inspiring landscapes
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17 days
Start
Auckland, New Zealand
Finish
Queenstown, New Zealand
Trip Code
PHPZC
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
16 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Catamaran, Flight, Jet boat, Cruise boat
Accommodation
Hotel (9 nights), Resort (3 nights), Homestead (2 nights), Cruise boat (1 night)
From £8,377(17 days)
Trip Informations
Dramatic peaks, glittering glaciers and geothermal wonders await on a 17-day Premium adventure through New Zealand’s north and south islands. With a passionate local leader to guide the way, you’ll experience a landscape that has been shaped by the elements over thousands of years. Taste wine at picturesque cellar doors, set out in search of kiwis, explore the mythical world of Hobbiton and explore the volcanic landscapes of Tongariro. From the pure spectacle of Milford Sound to the simmering geysers of Rotorua, this adventure is sure to blow you away.
Why you’ll love this trip
Uncover the geothermal wonders of Rotorua during a guided visit to Te Puia, home to hot springs, geysers, mud pools, a Maori art gallery and a kiwi conservation centre.
Sip your way around Waiheke Island off the shores of Auckland during an Exclusive Experience, visiting three cellar doors to learn about their production methods and sample some seriously excellent wine.
Be amazed by Tongariro National Park as you spend the day exploring its volcanic landscapes, then retire to your chateau-style Feature Stay where you can sit back and soak in views of Tongariro’s dazzling peaks.
Experience some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery during your second Feature Stay on Milford Sound aboard a purpose-built vessel.
Discover the best of the Otago region during your Exclusive Experiences – a chef-led food and foraging tour, and an adrenaline-pumping jetboat ride down the Shotover River.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip is new to our range this year. Despite rigorous planning and research, new itineraries can sometimes throw us some unexpected surprises. More often than not, it’ll be a welcome surprise, but every now and again there might be a hiccup. We like to think that is what puts the ‘adventure’ in ‘adventure travel’.
The diversity of the seasons here makes for incredible scenery, but the weather in this region can be unpredictable. It’s best to wear layers at all times of the year in case conditions change during the day. At night the temperature can really drop, so bring your warm clothes.
There are walking opportunities throughout this trip. We recommend you bring good quality walking shoes if you're keen to enjoy a hike - or two!
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
16 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Catamaran, Flight, Jet boat, Cruise boat
Accommodation
Hotel (9 nights), Resort (3 nights), Homestead (2 nights), Cruise boat (1 night)
Activities
Auckland - Welcome Dinner
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Waiheke Island - Day Trip by Ferry
Waiheke Island - Winery Visits with Wine Tasting & Lunch
Hobbiton - Visit to the Lord of the Rings Movie Set
Hobbiton - Drink at the Green Dragon
Waitomo - Ruakuri Glow Worm Cave Visit
Rotorua - Visit to Te Puia Geothermal Area with Local Guide & Hangi Lunch
Rotorua - Ahua Gallery & Kiwi Conservation Centre
Rotorua - Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
Tongariro National Park - Taranaki Falls
Wellington - Evening Cruise on Wellington Harbour
Christchurch - Welcome Dinner
Greymouth - Monteith's Brewery Tour & Tasting
Greymouth - Pounamu (Greenstone) Studio Visit
Christchurch - Leader-led Orientation Walk
Lake Brunner - Nature Walk
Hokitika - West Coast Treetops Walk
Franz Josef - West Coast Wildlife Centre Visit with Ranger
Punakaiki - Rocks & Blowhole Visit
Franz Josef - Glacier View Walk
Makaroa - Aspiring Biodiversity Trust Lunch
Makaroa - Guided Flora and Fauna Walk with Local Ornithologist
Wanaka - Criffel Station Foraging & Lunch Experience with Local Chef
Milford Sound - Overnight Boat Cruise
Queenstown - Shotover River Jetboat Experience
Gibbston Valley - Wine Cave Tour
Arrowtown - Leader-led walk
Queenstown - Farewell Aperitivo
Add on activities
Rotorua - Polynesian Spa - from - NZD40
Rotorua - Redwoods Treetop Walkway - NZD39
Taupo - Lake Taupo Sailing Adventure - NZD69
Franz Josef - Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise - NZD120
Franz Josef - Waiho Hot Tubs - from - NZD89
Franz Josef - Heli-Hiking Tour - from - NZD695
Franz Josef - Kayaking Excursion - from - NZD145
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Important notes
1. A Single Supplement is bookable on this trip, subject to availability at the time of booking. The price of the single supplement does not include the following nights, where a single room does not form part of the package. In this case you will be matched up with another traveller of the same gender:
- Day 14 - Milford Sound Cruise
Please also note that due to the small properties we use there is only a limited amount of single supplements available per trip departure. If you would like to book a single supplement and enquire about availability please speak to your booking agent.
2. The Milford Sound Cruise is seasonal and weather dependent. Some departures may require a slight shift in itinerary to make sure the cruise is included. If the Cruise has finished for the season, the Feature Stay will instead be the Milford Sound Lodge.
3. Some changes will be required for departures over Christmas and New Years. PHPZC231228 will not overnight in Taupo, but Feature an additional overnight in Tongariro. The activities will remain the same. On PHPZC231212 and PHPZC231214, the visit to Aspiring Biodiversity on Day 12 will be replaced by a boat ride to explore islands on Lake Wanaka, and Criffel Station on Day 13 will be replaced by Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dining on the final night.
4. Criffel Station will be closed during the following departures: PHPZC231221, PHPZC240123, and PHPZC240125. Instead, the visit will be replaced by Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dining on the final night.
5. PHPZC241031, PHPZC241121 and PHPZC241219 will stay at the Skotel Alpine Resort in Whakapapa Village, instead of the Powderhorn Chaeau Ohakune.
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