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Remarkable New Zealand (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

Journey from Auckland to Christchurch on this 20-day New Zealand tour, taking in the best of the North and South islands. Discover Maori heritage in Rotorua and opt to explore Hobbiton or the Waimangu Volcano Valley. Ride a cable car over Wellington, cros...

Duration
20 Days
Cities
12
Next Departure
10-May-2025
Starting at
± EUR 7,084.00
± EUR 6,729.00
Price per day
± EUR 336.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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  • On The Go
 
Operator
On The Go Tours
Tour
Remarkable New Zealand
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1-16
Overall rating
Star Rating: 5 (5.00)
Categories
tour category: Boattour category: Sailingtour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Safari

Summary

Journey from Auckland to Christchurch on this 20-day New Zealand tour, taking in the best of the North and South islands. Discover Maori heritage in Rotorua and opt to explore Hobbiton or the Waimangu Volcano Valley. Ride a cable car over Wellington, cross the Cook Strait by ferry and hike amongst the lush scenery of Abel Tasman National Park. Explore beautiful Wanaka and the surrounding area, see pretty Te Anau lake and sail on Milford Sound. Admire towering Mount Cook, explore Queenstown independently and end your journey in Christchurch.

Map: Remarkable New Zealand (On The Go)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Auckland
Day 2
Coromandel Peninsula
Day 3
Whitianga
Day 4
Rotorua
Day 5
Rotorua
Day 6
Napier
Day 7
Wellington
Day 8
Nelson
Day 9
Abel Tasman National Park
Day 10
Punakaiki
Day 11
Fox Glacier
Day 12
Wanaka
Day 13
Wanaka
Day 14
Te Anau
Day 15
Milford Sound & Queenstown
Day 16
Queenstown
Day 17
Twizel
Day 18
Christchurch
Day 19
Christchurch
Day 20
Goodbye New Zealand

Travel Cities (12): Auckland, Christchurch, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef Glacier, Lake Tekapo, Milford Sound, Mount Cook, Napier, Queenstown, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington

Highlights

  • Coromandel Peninsula - Ride the Driving Creek Railway for panoramic views and enjoy a free day to explore the scenic area
  • Rotorua – Visit the Te Puia geothermal site and a Kiwi conservation project, then opt to visit Waimangu Volcanic Valley or Hobbiton, plus experience a Te Pa Tu Maori cultural evening
  • Wellington - Ride the cable car over New Zealand's capital city and visit the country's national museum - Te Papa
  • Abel Tasman National Park - Cruise the waters of this national park and enjoy optional hiking across wild beaches and through lush scenery
  • Wanaka - Choose from an ecological tour to a serene island on Lake Wanaka or a 4X4 excursion into the surrounding countryside
  • Milford Sound - Pass through incredible Fiordland National Park and enjoy a cruise on Milford Sound - look out for dolphins!
  • Queenstown - Spend a free day here exploring as you please, with optional zip-lining, rafting, or a 4X4 safari
  • Christchurch - End your adventure in the city, with an included punting experience and a farewell group dinner

Included in Price

  • 19 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 3 dinners
  • 19 nights 4 star hotels
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 20
  • Escorted by an expert local guide/driver with specialist local guides at some sites
  • All relevant transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicle
  • Ferry across the Cook Strait
  • Touring of Napier, Wellington & Christchurch
  • Coromandel narrow-gauge railway
  • Visit to Waimangu Volcanic Valley or Hobbiton Movie Set
  • Te Pa Tu Maori experience
  • Mission Estate Winery dinner
  • Wine tasting at one of Marlborough’s premier wineries
  • Abel Tasman National Park cruise
  • Local eco-guided tour or an authentic 4WD adventure at Wanaka
  • Milford Sound cruise & lunch
  • Morning tea at a local home on the shores of Lake Tekapo
  • Punting experience in Christchurch
  • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

NOT included in price

  • International flights and visas
  • Items of a personal nature (telephone calls, laundry, travel insurance etc)
  • Optional activities
  • Tip for your tour guide / driver. We recommend you allow $4 - 7 USD per day per traveller. Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture.

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Auckland

Arrow Going To

Christchurch

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