New Zealand Discoverer

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 Trip Length
12 Days
 Trip Starts
Auckland
 Trip Finishes
Christchurch
12 Day New Zealand Discoverer Itinerary (Travelmarvel)
Countries Explored: New Zealand
Trip Style
Land Journey
Departures
Accommodation
4 Star
Max. Group Size
48
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
NTA12

Overview

Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Travelmarvel's 12 Day New Zealand Discoverer. Take in the highlights of the North and South islands. Visit key cities and immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of New Zealand at places such as Rotorua, Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, Queenstown, Aoraki Mt Cook and the west coast’s glacier country.

Itinerary

Your New Zealand journey begins in Auckland. Here, you will be met and transferred to your premium hotel. Stay: Sudima Hotel Auckland (D)

Explore the fascinating Waitomo Caves, then continue to the geothermal capital of Rotorua. Visit Te Puia, enjoy a guided tour of the Maori Arts & Crafts Institute and see Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley before a special dinner feast. Stay Two Nights: Sudima Hotel Rotorua (B/D)

Insider Experience: Discover the Waitomo Caves, where thousands of tiny glow worms illuminate the darkness. Enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi feast at dinner.

Explore the Agrodome, with its sheep shearing demonstration, dog trials and animal nursery. (B)

Travel the Thermal Explorer Highway. Visit Lake Taupo and Huka Falls, then arrive in Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. This tightly-knit city is home to a stunning waterfront promenade, sandy beaches, and quaint colourful timber houses on the surrounding hills. Stay: Travelodge Hotel Wellington (B)

Today you cross Cook Strait on a spectacular ferry trip before continuing your journey onwards to Christchurch. Stay: Christchurch, Quality Elms Hotel (B/D)

Insider Experience: Enjoy one of the world's most scenic voyages on the Interislander ferry en route to Picton.

Ride the iconic TranzAlpine train, then drive through the Southern Alps, home to the Franz Josef/Ka Roimata o Hine Hukatere and Fox glaciers, as well as spectacular lakes and rainforests. Stay: Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier (B/D)

Insider Experience: Embark on one of the world's great rail journeys aboard the TranzAlpine train. Watch the South Island's snow-capped mountains and rolling green hills glide past from the comfort of your seat.

Travel across the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps through Haast Pass to the alpine resort of Queenstown on Lake Wakatipu. Stay Two Nights: Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview (B)

Insider Experience: Enjoy a picturesque two-night stay with the dramatic backdrop of towering mountains overlooking Lake Wakatipu.

Soar to the top of a Queenstown peak and check out the view as all of Queenstown spreads below you. Following this, enjoy lunch at one of the FergFoods restaurants located throughout the city centre (Fergburger, Fergsbar, Mrs. Ferg & FergBaker). The rest of the day is at leisure, so perhaps try a select experience. (B/L)

Insider Experience: Ride the Skyline Gondola 450 metres above the city to the top of Bob's Peak.

Follow The Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu to the tranquil beauty of the Fiordland National Park, where Milford Sound/Piopiotahi awaits. Afterwards, continue to lakeside Te Anau. Stay: Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau (B/D)

Insider Experience: Cruise Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, a magnificent fiord with views of cascading waterfalls, dense rainforest and sheer cliffs.

Today you will journey through rolling Southland countryside before arriving in the city of Dunedin. Known as the ‘Edinburgh of the South', Dunedin was planned in Scotland and still maintains its grand Victorian heritage.

Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour. Stay: Scenic Hotel Dunedin City (B)

See the Moeraki Boulders and visit Oamaru to see some of New Zealand's finest 19th-century architecture. Later, journey into Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. You'll then arrive this afternoon at your hotel, situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Tekapo and right in the heart of Mackenzie Country. Stay: Lake Tekapo, Peppers Bluewater Resort (B/D)

Insider Experience: Enjoy spectacular views of Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak. Tonight, dine on local produce at your hotel's restaurant during a special Farewell Dinner.

Visit the tiny Church of the Good Shepherd and take in unparalleled views of Lake Tekapo and the magnificent alpine surroundings.

Afterwards, the time has come to bid farewell to your Tour Director and new-found friends as you are then transferred to the airport for your onward adventure. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Savour an authentic Maori Hangi feast in Rotorua
  • Ride the iconic TranzAlpine Train across the Southern Alps
  • Cruise Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, a magnificent fiord with views of cascading waterfalls

  • 11 nights in premium accommodation
  • Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and experienced Driver
  • Premium air-conditioned coach travel
  • Special Farewell Dinner
  • Prices include all sightseeing, cruises, entrance fees as specified, and airport transfers on the first and last day

  • 18 meals - 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 6 dinners

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Prices are for land only. Flights not included

Trip Reviews (2) Most Recent 'New Zealand Discoverer' Reviews

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Well organised with plenty of stops 0 , NSW, Australia, Sep 2015
Excellent holiday, although too many very early morning starts. All meals were brilliant. Tour was well organised with plenty of stops.
A beautiful country and I would love to return 0 , Australia, Sep 2014
The team of Laurie and Dave made the trip that much more memorable. New Zealand is a beautiful country and I would love to return and see more of it.
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