The Ultimate New Zealand Explorer
About This Trip
An 11-day New Zealand journey covering Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Franz Josef and Christchurch, combining vibrant cities, Maori culture, geothermal wonders, spectacular fjords, alpine landscapes, glaciers and scenic rail travel.
Explore the best of New Zealand across both islands on a 10-night adventure. Discover Auckland's harbour and Sky Tower, experience the geothermal wonders and Maori culture of Rotorua, and enjoy Queenstown's adventure activities and Milford Sound cruise. Continue through the rugged West Coast glacier region and cross the Southern Alps aboard the iconic TranzAlpine Train before concluding in Christchurch.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Auckland, the City of Sails
- Visit Auckland Sky Tower
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves boat experience
- Rotorua geothermal attractions and Maori culture
- Te Puia and Pohutu Geyser
- Agrodome farm show and Rainbow Springs
- Traditional Maori Hangi feast and cultural performance
- Queenstown, the Adventure Capital of the World
- Milford Sound scenic cruise
- Optional Shotover Jet, bungee jumping or Skyline Gondola
- Explore historic Arrowtown
- Lake Wanaka and the That Wanaka Tree
- Visit Puzzling World
- Scenic journey through Haast Pass to Franz Josef
- Optional helicopter hike or local hot pools
- TranzAlpine Train across the Southern Alps
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Re:START mall area
Itinerary
Arrive at Auckland Airport and transfer to the hotel. Spend the evening at Viaduct Harbour and enjoy dinner overlooking the waterfront. Overnight in Auckland.
Enjoy a morning Auckland sightseeing tour covering Harbour Bridge and Auckland Domain. Visit Sky Tower for panoramic city views and spend the afternoon shopping along Queen Street.
Travel south towards Rotorua with a stop at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Enjoy a boat ride through the illuminated underground caverns before continuing to Rotorua, the geothermal heart of the North Island.
Visit Te Puia to see Pohutu Geyser and boiling mud pools. Continue to Agrodome for its farm show and Rainbow Springs to see native Kiwi birds. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi feast and cultural performance.
Transfer to Rotorua Airport for the domestic flight to Queenstown. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and enjoy an evening stroll along Lake Wakatipu.
Travel through the scenic Eglinton Valley to Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise through the fiord surrounded by waterfalls and sheer cliffs, with opportunities to see wildlife including dolphins and seals. Return to Queenstown by coach.
Enjoy a free day for adventure activities. Optional experiences include the Shotover Jet boat ride, bungee jumping from Kawarau Bridge or a scenic gondola ride to Skyline Peak.
Drive to the historic gold-mining town of Arrowtown and continue to Lake Wanaka. See the famous That Wanaka Tree and explore Puzzling World before returning to Queenstown.
Drive through the rugged Haast Pass, passing turquoise lakes and ancient rainforests, before arriving in the West Coast glacier region. Depending on weather, enjoy an optional helicopter hike or local hot pools.
Drive to Greymouth and board the famous TranzAlpine Train. Travel across the Southern Alps on this scenic rail journey before arriving in Christchurch and transferring to the hotel.
Enjoy a brief Christchurch city tour covering the Botanic Gardens and Re:START mall area. Transfer to Christchurch International Airport for your flight home.
What's Included
- • 3-star quality accommodation
- • Daily breakfast
- • 1 domestic flight from Auckland to Queenstown
- • Major attraction entries
- • Inter-city coach transfers
What's Not Included
- • Flights
- • 5%TCS
- • Visa
- • Tips if any
- • City taxes if any
- • Personal Expense
- • Anything that is not mentioned in the package
Frequently Asked Questions
The package is for 10 nights and 11 days.
The itinerary covers Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Franz Josef and Christchurch.
The starting price is ₹2,10,000 per person on a twin-sharing basis.
The peak season price is ₹2,65,000 per person for December to February.
Yes, the package includes one domestic flight from Auckland to Queenstown.
The itinerary includes a Milford Sound day cruise, while the listed inclusions cover major attraction entries.
Optional activities include a Shotover Jet boat ride, bungee jumping from Kawarau Bridge and a scenic gondola ride to Skyline Peak.
The itinerary includes geothermal attractions, Te Puia, Pohutu Geyser, Agrodome, Rainbow Springs and a traditional Maori Hangi feast with cultural performance.
The itinerary includes travel from Greymouth to Christchurch aboard the TranzAlpine Train.
A New Zealand Visitor Visa or NZeTA for eligible countries is stated as required.
Yes, the itinerary can be converted into a Self-Drive package with a rental car.
September to November is recommended for spring, while December to February is the summer period.