With the amazing outdoor activities, fabulous temples and golden buddhas surrounded with natural wonders like the Himalayas … you’re guaranteed a memorable time !
Tour Length : 8 Nights / 9 Days
Highlights : Christchurch - TranzAlpine train - Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers - Queenstown - Rotorua - Waitomo - Auckland
DAY 1 : Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch, `The Garden City', you will be met by our local representative for either a private transfer to your hotel or collection of your rental car.
DAY 2 : Christchurch - Greymouth - Glacier Region
Depart Christchurch on the Tranz Alpine train (seat in coach passengers only) and travel beside the Waimakariri River, over the Southern Alps and onto the Alpine Village of Arthur's Pass before arriving in Greymouth.Travel south along the rugged West Coast to arrive at the glacier region of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.
DAY 3 : Glacier Region- Queenstown
Travel down the West Coast past spectacular mountain ranges,native forests and lakes to the Haast Pass,gateway to World Heritage Westland National Park.Follow the shores of Lakes Hawea and Wanaka to the resort city of Queenstown.
DAY 4 : Milford Sound
Follow the southern arm of Lake Wakatipu to Lumsden, and onward to Lake Te Anau. Enter the Eglinton Valley and travel through the breathtaking manmade Homer Tunnel to reach Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on this world famous fiord, dominated by Mitre Peak and the cascading Bowen Falls. Return to Queenstown.
DAY 5 : Queenstown
An opportunity today 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 tour price.
DAY 6 : Queenstown-Rotorua
Transfer to Queenstown Airport today for your flight to Rotorua. Flight from Queenstown to Rotorua not included.
DAY 7 : Rotorua
Visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve to see boiling mudpools and roaring geysers. Following this, visit Paradise Valley Springs to see New Zealand's trout,birds and wildlife before continuing to the Agrodome for a New Zealand farm show featuring sheep dog demonstrations,cow milking and an introduction to the stars of our sheep industry. The afternoon is at leisure.
DAY 8 : Rotorua - Waitomo - Auckland
Travel over the forested Mamaku Ranges to reach Waitomo.Enjoy a guided tour of the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves including an underground boat ride viewing the millions of glow worms on the cavern roof.On completion continue through the fertile Waikato area to reach Auckland - `The City of Sails'.
DAY 9 : Departure Day
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or the return of your rental car. We trust you enjoyed your vacation!
Inclusions :
• Awe-Inspiring Glaciers
• Milford Sound Cruise
• Geothermal Rotorua
• Maori Culture
Tour Length: 6 Nights / 7 Days
Highlights: Christchurch - Mt. Cook - Queenstown - Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers
DAY 1 : Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch, `The Garden City',you will be met by our local representative for either a private transfer to your hotel or collection of your rental car.
DAY 2 : Christchurch - Mt. Cook - Queenstown
Travel across the fertile Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo before continuing on to New Zealand's highest mountain,Mt Cook. Depart Mt Cook and follow the shores of Lake Pukaki south through the historic Central Otago region to the `Alpine Resort' of Queenstown.
DAY 3 : Milford Sound
Follow the southern arm of Lake Wakatipu to Lumsden, and onward to Lake Te Anau. Enter the Eglinton Valley and travel through the breath taking man made Homer Tunnel to reach Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on this world famous fiord, dominated by Mitre Peak and the cascading Bowen Falls. Return to Queenstown.
DAY 4 : Queenstown
An opportunity today 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 tour price.
DAY 5 : Queenstown - Glacier Region
Depart Queenstown this morning and travel along the shores of Lakes Wanaka and Hawea to the Haast Pass.Continue up the West Coast past spectacular mountain ranges and native forests to the glacier region of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.
DAY 6 : Glacier Region - Christchurch
Travel north to Greymouth today and board the world famous Tranz Alpine train (seat in coach passengers only).Ascend through lush beech forests past the alpine village of Arthur's Pass before crossing the spectacular Southern Alps onto Christchurch.
DAY 7 : Departure Day
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or the return of your rental car. We trust you enjoyed your vacation!
Inclusions : Majestic Mt. Cook • Journey to Breathtaking Milford Sound • Spectacular South Island Scenery.
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