From - To
Auckland-ChristchurchDuration :
07 Days
Inclusions :
– 01 Night accommodation in Auckland, 02 Nights in Rotorua, 02 Nights in Queenstown, 01 Night in Christchurch
– 02 Lunches & 01 Dinner
– Meet and Greet and arrival transfer on Day 01 by private vehicle
– Departure transfer on SIC (Seat-in-coach)
– Sightseeing as per Itinerary
– All Transfers & Sightseeing on SIC with English speaking driver/guide
– Goods and Services tax
Itinerary :
Day 1: Auckland: On arrival in Auckland, transfer to your hotel by a private vehicle & check-in. Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city, set between two harbours with gentle sandy shores on the east and black sand, wild surf beaches on the west. Overnight in Auckland.
Day 2: Auckland-Hobbiton-Rotorua: Today, depart Auckland through lush farmland, to the to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set, one of New Zealand’s ‘must-see’ destinations. See where the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies were filmed as your tour guide shares behind-the-scenes tales. You’ll see sights like Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and The Green Dragon Inn, and learn how farmland was transformed into a living, breathing piece of Middle-earth. Finish with a visit to the Green Dragon Inn for a sumptuous lunch before heading on to Rotorua. Overnight in Rotorua. (L)
Day 3: Rotorua: A spectacular geothermal landscape surrounds Rotorua. This afternoon, you’ll be taken to Te Puia for a visit of the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, the Kiwi Conservation Centre and the geothermal valley. Then enjoy a Hangi Dinner overlooking the valley and geyser, followed by a 40 minute cultural performance. The evening culminates with hot chocolate and pudding on the geyser terrace. Overnight in Rotorua. (D)
Day 4: Rotorua – Queenstown: Today depart from Rotorua on your domestic flight to Queenstown (flight not included). Magnificent vistas and majestic mountains dominate this compact alpine resort town. After Check in, you can enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight in Queenstown.
Day 5: Queenstown – Milford – Queenstown: Today’s breathtaking drive passes mirror lakes, magnificent waterfalls, and water-sculpted rocks. Explore Milford Sound, a New Zealand treasure carved by ice age glaciers and is famously described as the eighth wonder of the world. On arrival, board your vessel for a cruise of the fiord surrounded by towering mountains and cliffs that plunge into the sea. Feel the refreshing spray of a waterfall as you cruise close to sheer rock faces before returning to shore. Lunch is Included. Return to downtown Queenstown. Overnight stay in Queenstown. (L)
Day 6: Queenstown – Mt Cook – Christchurch: This Morning, while departing Queenstown your driver guide will begin the journey out of Queenstown by telling tales and providing detailed historical context. Pass through the breathtaking Kawarau Gorge, the Cromwell region known for its fruit and wine production, the lovely Lake Dunstan, and the majestic Lindis Pass. Travel the vast plains of the Mackenzie district alongside magnificent turquoise blue lake framed by Aoraki Mt Cook and the spectacular Southern Alps to Mt Cook Village where you have some free time. Your driver guide will point them out on the journey to Lake Tekapo where you will make a stop close to the popular Church of the Good Shepherd before continuing through the amazing countryside to Christchurch. Overnight in Christchurch.
Day 7: Christchurch: Your tour concludes today with a departure transfer to Christchurch Airport for your flight to next destination.
Supplements :
Breakfast Supplement (per person in NZD): 232
Hotel Used :
Standard : Auckland : Auckland City Hotel or Copthorne Hotel Auckland City or Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland City or similar; Rotorua : Copthorne Hotel Rotorua or Ibis Rotorua Hotel or Lake Rotorua Hotel or similar; Christchurch & South Canterbury : BreakFree on Cashel or Ibis Christchurch Hotel or Quality Hotel Elms or Scenic Hotel Cotswold (formerly Heartland Hotel) or similar; Queenstown: Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Lakeview or Heartland Hotel Queenstown or Holiday Inn Queenstown or similar
Superior : Auckland: Airedale Boutique Suites or Crowne Plaza Auckland Hotel or Grand Millennium Hotel Auckland or Rydges Auckland Hotel or similar; Rotorua: Arawa Park Hotel Rotorua or Distinction Rotorua Hotel or Rydges Rotorua or Sudima Lake Rotorua or similar; Christchurch & South Canterbury: Chateau on the Park, a DoubleTree by Hilton or Rydges Latimer Christchurch Hotel or similar; Queenstown: Copthorne Hotel and Resort Lakefront or Holiday Inn Express & Suites or Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown or similar
First Class : Auckland: Cordis Auckland Hotel or JW Marriott Auckland or MSocial Hotel Auckland or The Grand by SkyCity or similar; Rotorua: Millennium Hotel Rotorua or Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel or similar; Christchurch & South Canterbury: Crowne Plaza Christchurch Hotel or Distinction Christchurch Hotel or Fable Christchurch or Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square Hotel or Sudima Christchurch City Hotel or similar; Queenstown : Heritage Queenstown Hotel or Hilton Queenstown Hotel or Millennium Hotel Queenstown or Scenic Suites Queenstown or similar.
Note :
Tours to Mt Cook do not operate daily. Depending on the dates of travel, an itinerary may be adjusted.
Package Excludes :
– Daily Breakfast
– International or domestic airfares
– Any OPTIONAL SERVICES mentioned separately above
– Any items or services not specified in the inclusions
– Excess baggage charges
– Laundry
– Drinks
– Airport Taxes
– Pre-registration or late check-out of rooms
– Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
– Gratuities
– Personal items
Child Policy :
Child rates will be applicable Child U/12 yrs of age sharing room with Parents.
Child No Bed : 50% of the twin rate. Child Extra Bed : 67% of the twin rate.
Remarks :
A Valid passport required into New Zealand. Rates and Itinerary are subject to change without prior notice & subject to availability. No refund on any unutilized services.
Cancellation Policy :
Cancellation Policy will be advised at the time of booking/reservations.
