11 Day Scenic Sights

FREEDOM OF CHOICE - Sightseeing
Perhaps cruise on Waitemata Harbour; enjoy a unique All Blacks experience; visit Auckland Zoo to discover the native flora and fauna of New Zealand; or immerse yourself in a Make Believe Experience and journey behind the cinema curtain with the Academy Award-winning team at Weta Workshop; or escape the bustle of the city on a tour to Auckland’s wild, black sand beaches and lush rainforest.

Transfer to your hotel then set out on your selected activity. This evening, enjoy a special Welcome Dinner.

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
This evening you’ll be treated to a traditional Māori Hāngī Feast and a cultural performance of song and dance.

Discover the Waitomo Caves on a guided boat ride through a grotto lit by the magical glow worms, before continuing to Rotorua.

FREEDOM OF CHOICE - Sightseeing
Perhaps experience one of New Zealand’s best-loved attractions, the Agrodome, with its entertaining sheep shearing demonstration, dog trials and animal nursery then visit the Te Puia Thermal Reserve; alternatively, choose to visit Wai-O-Tapu or experience Middle-earth during a tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set.

This morning after breakfast, it's time to explore Rotorua on your selected sightseeing activity. Afterwards, the afternoon and evening are free for you to explore.

Follow the Thermal Explorer Highway to the thunderous Huka Falls and Lake Taupo, then continue to the nation’s capital, Wellington.

After breakfast, set off on a sightseeing tour of Wellington’s best-loved landmarks and sights, including the waterfront area and New Zealand’s national museum – Te Papa Tongarewa. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy as you please.

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Step aboard the Interislander ferry to cruise across Cook Strait and through Marlborough and Queen Charlotte sounds to Picton.

Once you've rejoined your coach, travel via the landscapes of Marlborough and Kaikoura to Christchurch.

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Board the TranzAlpine train for one of the world’s greatest rail adventures.

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Take in the dramatic icy surrounds of the Franz Josef Glacier.

Disembark at Arthur’s Pass and travel by coach to Hokitika. Here, see pounamu (jade) being carved into pieces of jewellery. Later, arrive at your luxury eco-resort in time for a delicious four-course dinner.

FREEDOM OF CHOICE - Dining
Tonight, perhaps sample quality crafted beer at Canyon Food & Brew Co. Alternatively, take a scenic gondola ride to the Skyline Restaurant for dinner with a view. You may prefer a cruise aboard the TSS Earnslaw, a vintage steamboat, or dine amid the stylish surrounds of the Elements Restaurant.

Enjoy a day of breathtaking scenery as you travel to Queenstown. Tonight, enjoy a Freedom of Choice Dining evening.

FREEDOM OF CHOICE - Sightseeing
Choose your activity today. Visit where The Lord of the Rings was filmed; enjoy a cruise on Lake Wakatipu; take a Skippers Canyon adventure; join a river safari along Dart River; or enjoy a winery tour.

Personalise your experience today with our range of Freedom of Choice activities.

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Cruise the full length of pristine Milford Sound.

Say goodbye to your tour director this morning, as you are given the freedom to explore New Zealand independently. Follow The Remarkables mountain range to Fiordland National Park. Continue to Milford Sound, where you’ll enjoy a cruise that explores this pristine fiord. Return to Queenstown this evening.

After breakfast this morning, your New Zealand adventure concludes. We say goodbye before we transfer you to the airport for your flight.