Scenic New Zealand
New Zealand is a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean consisting of 2 main islands, both marked by volcanoes and glaciation. Capital Wellington, on the North Island, is home to Te Papa Tongarewa, the expansive national museum. Wellington’s dramatic Mt.
Highlights
- ARRIVE AUCKLAND
- AUCKLAND - WAITOMO - MATAMATA - ROTORUA
- ROTORUA
- ROTORUA TO QUEENSTOWN by Flight
- MILFORD SOUND
Day by day
- Day 1ARRIVE AUCKLAND
Upon arrival in Auckland, `The City of Sails', seat in coach passengers will be met by our local representative and privately transferred to your hotel. Self drive clients will collect your rental car at the airport and drive to your hotel.
- Day 2AUCKLAND - WAITOMO - MATAMATA - ROTORUA
Travel south through the Waikato region to arrive at Waitomo for a guided tour of the glowworm caves. Continue to Rotorua this afternoon via Hobbiton Movie Set for a guided tour of this world-class attraction. (B)
- Day 3ROTORUA
Visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve, the Agrodome for a sheep and farm show and Rainbow Springs to view trout and wildlife. This afternoon is at leisure. (B)
- Day 4ROTORUA TO QUEENSTOWN by Flight
Depart on your domestic flight from Rotorua to Queenstown (airfare is NOT included). (B)
- Day 5MILFORD SOUND
Travel through Te Anau and spectacular alpine landscape on the scenic highway to Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise. Return to Queenstown. (B,L)
- Day 6QUEENSTOWN
A free day 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. (B)
- Day 7QUEENSTOWN 2 GLACIER REGION
Journey past Lakes Wanaka and Hawea before turning into the World Heritage Westland National Park. Continue north to arrive in the Glacier Region where mighty rivers of solid white ice, relics of the world’s last ice age, tumble down the rocky valleys. For self drive clients, entry to the Glacier Hot Pools (Franz Josef) is included. (B)
- Day 8GLACIER REGION TO GREYMOUTH TO CHRISTCHURCH
Travel north to Greymouth and board the world famous Tranz Alpine train (seat in coach guests only). Ascend through lush beech forests past the alpine village of Arthur’s Pass before crossing the spectacular Southern Alps. Travel over the fertile Canterbury Plains to arrive in the ‘garden city’ of Christchurch. (B)
- Day 9DEPARTURE DAY
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or the return of your rental car. We trust you enjoyed your Vacation! (B)
Included
- FOR SELF DRIVE : 08 Nights Accommodation in selected hotels ; Meals as per the itinerary above
- 09 days rental car, IDAR CAR TYPE,
- 1 Candlelight dinner
- 1 Honeymoon cake
- 1 Flower bed decoration, cookies & chocolates, fruit basket, badam milk
- FOR SEAT IN COACH : 08 Nights Accommodation in selected hotels; Meals as per the itinerary above
Not included
- Airfare & airport taxes. Visa and Insurance charges
- Fuel Charges (For Self Drive Vehicles). Any other meals other than specified above
- Any other sightseeing other than mentioned above. Any entrance fee & excursion tickets not mentioned above
- Any item of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls etc. GPS is not included and on request basis
- Any item of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls etc
- GST 5% on total package cost
Payment and cancellation
Pay a 25% deposit to reserve, and the balance before departure. Cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the start date. Overseas tour packages attract TCS under Indian tax rules, which you can claim back when you file your return; we will confirm the amount before you pay the balance.
Prefer different hotels or extra nights? Ask a specialist to tailor it.