9 Days / 8 Nights

Auckland
Rotorua
Christchurch
Mt. Cook
Queenstown
Milford Sound

Choice of:
1/ Standard
2/ First Class or
3/ Bed and Breakfast (small, boutique) accommodations

Note: accommodations can be mixed and matched - please inquire.

Day 1 - ARRIVE AUCKLAND

On arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel by private car.

This afternoon you will be collected from your hotel taken on a sightseeing tour of the City and the waterfront. Travel across the Harbour Bridge for views of Auckland City and the Waitemata Harbour before returning to the summit and volcanic crater of Mount Eden. Visit the Auckland Domain and drive through Parnell with its many boutique shops before driving the beautiful Tamaki Drive along the waterfront.

Day 2 - AUCKLAND / WAITOMO / ROTORUA

Travel south over the Bombay Hills, following the Waikato River to Hamilton, then on via Te Awamutu to Waitomo. Enjoy a buffet lunch before visiting the Waitomo Caves. Tours to the caves include the magical boat-ride through the Glow- worm Grotto. Continue on via Lake Karapiro to arrive in Rotorua.

Day 3 - ROTORUA SIGHTSEEING

Rotorua is the centre of the geothermal region of New Zealand and is also the main centre for Maori culture. Boiling mud, geysers and silica deposits surrounding the lake attract visitors from all over the world. Enjoy a half day thermal tour - visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, Rainbow Springs & Farm Show and lake Rotorua.

This afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps take a tour to Mt Tarawera or the Buried Village or enjoy a swim at the Polynesian Spa (own expense).

This evening enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and concert.

Day 4 - ROTORUA/CHRISTCHURCH

(Airfare Not Included)

Today fly from Rotorua over the majestic Southern Alps to Christchurch. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel.

Day 5 - CHRISTCHURCH / MT COOK

From Christchurch travel South across the Canterbury Plains, through farming communities before climbing up to high plains of the McKenzie Country, pausing at the Church of the Good Shepherd to view Lake Tekapo. Continue to Mount Cook village nestled under New Zealand's highest mountain, Mt Cook. The mountain overlooks a network of glaciers that feed Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki. From the park headquarters in Mount Cook village there are a number of activities including walks, tramps and scenic flights that will enable views of Mt Cook and the glaciers (own expense).

Day 6 - MOUNT COOK / QUEENSTOWN

From Mount Cook return along the length of Lake Pukaki then head South through Twizel and Omarama to the scenic Lindis Pass. Once over the pass follow the Clutha Valley to its junction with the Kawarau Gorge at Cromwell. Queenstown is reached by following the "gold trail" alongside the winding Kawarau River. Queenstown nestles up to ~e northern shore of Lake Wakatipu from where it commands an expansive view of the peaks which surround the lake.

Day 7 - MILFORD SOUND DAY EXCURSION

Drive through the magnificent beech forests of the Eglington and Hollyford Valleys, through the Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound for a launch excursion on the fiord. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery including the awe- inspiring Mitre Peak with a full commentary on the natural history of the fiord. Lunch is included. Upon conclusion return to Queenstown. Fly back option available.

Day 8 - QUEENSTOWN

Today is free to enjoy the many leisure pursuits. The local staff at" The Station" can assist with information and reservations for the huge selection of things to see and do.

Day 9 - QUEENSTOWN

Your tour arrangements conclude this morning.

Coach options (or air) to Christchurch or further a field available on request - additional charge.  Or, see our Australia excursions for a visit to that island!

COSTS INCLUDE: (click here for price)
* 8 nights accommodation in selected category
* Sightseeing & touring on seat in coach basis as listed
* Airport transfers: Auckland, Rotorua & Christchurch - private car basis.
* Meals: 2 lunches - Waitomo & Milford. 1 dinner - Tamaki Tours Hangi & Concert
* Bed & Breakfast option: 7 breakfasts (Hermitage, Mt Cook - room only)
* New Zealand Goods & Services Tax (GST) currently at 12.5%

COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE:
* International or domestic airfares (we can arrange either)
* Sightseeing and touring other than specified in itinerary
* Meals other than specified in itinerary
* Items of a purely personal nature
* NZ Departure Tax

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Destinations Downunder, Specialists in travel to Australia and New Zealand
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