Hand-picked accommodation, selected to immerse you in your destination
Most meals, including Local Dining Experiences.
Complimentary refreshments throughout the journey
Travel by bespoke vehicle with reclining seats, WiFi and air-conditioning
A maximum of 20 guests to share your journey
Expert Driver Guide escorts
All entrance and National Park fees
Sustainable Travel Kit, including refillable water bottle and backpack
Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities
Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish
Airport transfers (see Flight Information below)
19 Day The Long White Cloud
Hand-picked accommodation, selected to immerse you in your destination
Most meals, including Local Dining Experiences.
Complimentary refreshments throughout the journey
Travel by bespoke vehicle with reclining seats, WiFi and air-conditioning
A maximum of 20 guests to share your journey
Expert Driver Guide escorts
All entrance and National Park fees
Sustainable Travel Kit, including refillable water bottle and backpack
Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities
Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish
Airport transfers (see Flight Information below)
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Optional Flexible Date Change
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7-Day Cooling Off Period
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Award Winning Customer Support
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Covid Safety and Wellbeing
Travelling with Inspiring Vacations allows you to explore the wonders of the world in a variety of different ways. We have partnered with a worldwide network of local travel experts to bring you culturally unique and delightfully unforgettable travel experiences. Whether it is meandering through narrow canyons by rail, cruising the idyllic waters of the Mediterranean or touring through the backroads of provincial towns, Inspiring Vacations trips offer amazing value and will leave you inspired.
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On arrival, board a private transfer to your hotel. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Reception.
Travel through the Southern Alps aboard TranzAlpine train. From Arthur’s Pass, visit the small town of Hokitika, and meet a local greenstone (jade) carver. Continue to Franz Josef, where you’ll spend two nights in an eco-friendly retreat nestled in the wilderness.
This morning, explore Franz Josef, where a local guide explains the history behind the imposing Franz Josef Glacier.
Discover the mighty Haast River this morning, as you journey its lengths in a fully enclosed river jet boat. Enjoy lunch at Makarora, then explore the heritage gold-settlement of Arrowtown, before a short orientation of breathtaking Queenstown.
Enjoy two full days to discover beautiful Queenstown. Perhaps a wine tour, or even an adrenaline-filled activity.
On your second night, enjoy a Local Dining Experience in one of Queenstown’s most exclusive restaurants.
Travel south along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau and then through the rainforest of World Heritage Fiordland National Park. Tonight, stay at magnificent Milford Sound Lodge, with views of the magical Cleddau Valley.
Wake up to the awe-inspiring beauty of Milford Sound. Learn about Fiordland with your local expert, then sail this magnificent area, seeing endemic wildlife, an Underwater Observatory - or breathtaking kayaking!
Depart majestic Fiordland National Park for the picturesque South Otago. Travel through the musical town of Gore, before arriving in Dunedin, the country’s most southern city.
This morning, join an exclusive tour of Larnach Castle. Spend the afternoon at leisure, perhaps cruise the Otago Peninsula.
Travel up the east coast through Omarau. Back in Christchurch, take a sightseeing tour, and learn of its history.
Travel along the Pacific coast to the whale-watching capital of Kaikoura. Continue to the seaside village of Picton. Later cross the Cook Strait to Wellington for a city sightseeing tour, and then visit the enriching Te Papa Museum of New Zealand.
Today see Wellington your way. Why not visit the Weta Cave, home of the creative wizards behind The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies or go on a walking tour around Wellington.
Travel through the dairy farming land of Manawatu to Napier in Hawke’s Bay. This evening, enjoy wine-tasting and Local Dining Experience at one of their world-famous wineries.
Enjoy a relaxed start before you venture out to explore Napier. Join a local guide for a walking tour where you’ll gain an insight into the city’s Art Deco style. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Enjoy a leisurely start before continuing the journey to nearby Rotorua. Visit the spectacular Huka Falls, before arriving in Rotorua for a sightseeing tour. Later, visit the Whakarewarewa Living Village for an insight into Māori life. This evening, your Local Dining Experience is an authentic Māori Hangi and concert at the Tamaki Māori Village.
Ascending to the breathtaking Redwoods Treewalk, enjoy an elevated bird’s eye view of the 115-year old redwood giants. Next stop is Rainbow Springs Nature Park. Discover native flora that grows around the crystal clear mineral water springs and you might even spot a kiwi or two.
Make your way to the famous Waitomo Caves for an exclusive 5-star Eco Glowworm experience. Later, travel through the dairy farming district of Waikato, and onto Auckland. This evening, toast your trip together at a Celebration Dinner.
Time to say farewell as your Inspiring Journey comes to an end and you are transferred to Auckland Airport for your onward flight.
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