Spectacular New Zealand: A 9-Night Scenic & Cultural Journey

Day 1: Arrival in Auckland & Leisure Time

• Arrive at Auckland International Airport, where our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Spend the day at leisure—explore the Viaduct Harbour, Auckland Domain, or Ponsonby Road. In the evening, enjoy a Sky Tower Observation Deck experience, taking in panoramic city views.

Day 2: Auckland City Tour & Waiheke Island (Full-Day)

• Start your day with a guided city tour, visiting top landmarks such as Auckland Harbour Bridge, Queen Street, and Parnell Village. Later, take a scenic ferry to Waiheke Island, known for its vineyards, olive groves, and stunning beaches. Enjoy a wine-tasting tour before returning to Auckland for a relaxed evening.

Day 3: Rotorua & Hobbiton Day Trip (Full-Day)

• Embark on an exciting day trip to Rotorua, stopping at the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set, where you can explore the charming hobbit holes and the Green Dragon Inn. Continue to Rotorua, where you’ll visit Te Puia Geothermal Park, home to bubbling mud pools and the iconic Pōhutu Geyser. Return to Auckland in the evening.

Day 4: Fly to Christchurch & Leisure Day

• Check out from your hotel and take a domestic flight to Christchurch, the gateway to New Zealand’s South Island. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy a leisure day—explore Hagley Park, stroll along the Avon River, or visit the Christchurch Art Gallery.

Day 5: Christchurch City Tour & TranzAlpine Train to Arthur’s Pass (Half-Day)

• Enjoy a half-day city tour, covering highlights like the Botanic Gardens, Cardboard Cathedral, and New Regent Street. Later, board the world-famous TranzAlpine Train, one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world, passing through the Southern Alps to Arthur’s Pass. Return to Christchurch in the evening.

Day 6: Travel to Queenstown & Skyline Gondola Ride

• After breakfast, board a domestic flight to Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and take a ride on the Skyline Gondola to Bob’s Peak, offering stunning views over Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables Mountains. Enjoy a relaxed evening at leisure, exploring Queenstown’s vibrant lakefront restaurants and bars.

Day 7: Milford Sound Cruise & Fiordland National Park (Full-Day)

• Experience one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking destinations with a full-day tour to Milford Sound. Drive through Fiordland National Park, stopping at Mirror Lakes and Eglinton Valley, before boarding a scenic cruise through the fjords, where you’ll witness Mitre Peak, Stirling Falls, and playful dolphins. Return to Queenstown in the evening.

Day 8: Leisure Day in Queenstown

• Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Queenstown at your own pace. Choose from optional activities like jet boating on the Shotover River, a wine-tasting tour in Gibbston Valley, or a relaxing spa day. Alternatively, take a scenic lake cruise on the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak High Country Farm.

Day 9: Day Trip to Arrowtown & Glenorchy (Half-Day)

• Visit Arrowtown, a charming historic gold-mining village, and explore its heritage streets. Continue to Glenorchy, a breathtaking natural wonderland known for its stunning landscapes featured in The Lord of the Rings. Spend your final evening enjoying a farewell dinner with lakefront views in Queenstown.

Day 10: Departure from Queenstown

• Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before checking out. Transfer to Queenstown International Airport for your flight home, concluding an unforgettable New Zealand adventure.