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17 Days | Journey through New Zealand’s most awe-inspiring landscapes
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Start
Auckland, New Zealand
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Finish
Queenstown, New Zealand
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Trip Code
PHPZC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
16 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Catamaran, Flight, Jet boat, Cruise boat
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Experience some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery during your second Feature Stay on Milford Sound aboard a purpose-built vessel.
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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?
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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’.
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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.
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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
- DAY 1Auckland
- DAY 2Auckland (Waiheke Island)
- DAY 3Auckland via Waitomo & Hobbiton to Rotorua
- DAY 4Rotorua
- DAY 5Rotorua to Taupo
- DAY 6Taupo via Tongariro National Park to Ohakune
- DAY 7Ohakune to Wellington
- DAY 8Wellington to Christchurch
- DAY 9Christchurch / Greymouth / Punakaiki
- DAY 10Hokitika / Franz Josef
- DAY 11Franz Josef
- DAY 12Makaroa / Wanaka
- DAY 13Wanaka
- DAY 14Milford Sound
- DAY 15Milford Sound / Te Anau / Queenstown
- DAY 16Arrowtown / Queenstown
- DAY 17Queenstown
Inclusions
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16 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
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Private vehicle, Catamaran, Flight, Jet boat, Cruise boat
bed Accommodation
Hotel (9 nights), Resort (3 nights), Homestead (2 nights), Cruise boat (1 night)
festival Activities
circleAuckland - Welcome Dinner
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleWaiheke Island - Day Trip by Ferry
circleWaiheke Island - Winery Visits with Wine Tasting & Lunch
circleHobbiton - Visit to the Lord of the Rings Movie Set
circleHobbiton - Drink at the Green Dragon
circleWaitomo - Ruakuri Glow Worm Cave Visit
circleRotorua - Visit to Te Puia Geothermal Area with Local Guide & Hangi Lunch
circleRotorua - Ahua Gallery & Kiwi Conservation Centre
circleRotorua - Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
circleTongariro National Park - Taranaki Falls
circleWellington - Evening Cruise on Wellington Harbour
circleChristchurch - Welcome Dinner
circleGreymouth - Monteith's Brewery Tour & Tasting
circleGreymouth - Pounamu (Greenstone) Studio Visit
circleChristchurch - Leader-led Orientation Walk
circleLake Brunner - Nature Walk
circleHokitika - West Coast Treetops Walk
circleFranz Josef - West Coast Wildlife Centre Visit with Ranger
circlePunakaiki - Rocks & Blowhole Visit
circleFranz Josef - Glacier View Walk
circleMakaroa - Aspiring Biodiversity Trust Lunch
circleMakaroa - Guided Flora and Fauna Walk with Local Ornithologist
circleWanaka - Criffel Station Foraging & Lunch Experience with Local Chef
circleMilford Sound - Overnight Boat Cruise
circleQueenstown - Shotover River Jetboat Experience
circleGibbston Valley - Wine Cave Tour
circleArrowtown - Leader-led walk
circleQueenstown - Farewell Aperitivo
museum Add on activities
circleRotorua - Polynesian Spa - from - NZD40
circleRotorua - Redwoods Treetop Walkway - NZD39
circleTaupo - Lake Taupo Sailing Adventure - NZD69
circleFranz Josef - Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruise - NZD120
circleFranz Josef - Waiho Hot Tubs - from - NZD89
circleFranz Josef - Heli-Hiking Tour - from - NZD695
circleFranz Josef - Kayaking Excursion - from - NZD145
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Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£8,421
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Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Sunday Aug 24, 2025
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£8,421
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Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
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£8,421
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Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Sunday Oct 12, 2025
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£8,421
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Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£8,421
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Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Sunday Nov 02, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£8,421
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Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Sunday Nov 09, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£8,756
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Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
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£8,756
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Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Sunday Nov 30, 2025
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£8,756
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Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Sunday Dec 07, 2025
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£8,756
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Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Sunday Dec 14, 2025
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£8,756
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Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Sunday Dec 21, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£8,756
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Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£9,092
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Monday Dec 15, 2025
Thursday Jan 01, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£9,092
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Thursday Dec 18, 2025
Sunday Jan 04, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£9,092
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Important notes
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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:
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- Day 14 - Milford Sound Cruise
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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