Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Christchurch
On arrival, be met at the airport and transfer to your hotel where you have the afternoon to relax, before enjoying a Signature Experience, followed by a welcome dinner.
Day 2 - Christchurch, Aoraki/Mount Cook
Today you'll traverse the Canterbury plains to visit the Church of the Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo. Onwards, you journey into Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park to view New Zealand’s highest mountain: Aoraki/Mount Cook. On arrival, enjoy your sightseeing activity of choice.
Day 3 - Aoraki/Mount Cook, Dunedin
Set out along the shores of Lake Pukaki to Oamaru. Continue to Koekohe Beach to view the unusual spherical-shaped Moeraki Boulders. Arrive in Dunedin late afternoon and enjoy time at leisure before dinner.
Discover the enchanting Larnach Castle this morning, nestled on the stunning Otago Peninsula on a guided tour. Afterwards, traverse the rolling countryside of the spectacular Southland region, toward the lakeside settlement of Te Anau.
Waking in Te Anau this morning, decide how to spend your day thanks to our range of Freedom of Choice activities on offer.
Day 6 - Te Anau, Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, Queenstown
This morning, wind down the Milford Road, through the Eglinton and Hollyford valleys. Continue to Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, where you will cruise along the full length of this fiord deep within Fiordland National Park. After, Queenstown awaits.
Today, discover Queenstown your own way with the included Freedom of Choice sightseeing activities. Later, select from a handful of restaurants during a Freedom of Choice Dining evening and savour the tantalising tastes of New Zealand’s celebrated South Island.
Immerse yourself in beautiful Queenstown with a full day at leisure. Enjoy a relaxing stroll along the tranquil shores of Lake Wakatipu, or take part in the thrill of a lifetime in this adventurous city.
Day 9 - Queenstown, Franz Josef/Waiau
Skirt the shores of lakes Wanaka and Hawea, before crossing Haast Pass on your journey to Franz Josef/Waiau.
Day 10 - Franz Josef/Waiau, TranzAlpine Train, Christchurch
Boarding in Arthur’s Pass take in the magnificent scenery as your cross the Southern Alps, following the Waimakariri River through deep gorges and river valleys. Enjoy stunning views from the open-air viewing platform as you pass the striking patchwork farmland of the Canterbury Plains all the way to Christchurch.
Day 11 - Christchurch, Kaikoura, Blenheim
This morning, follow the east coast to Kaikoura, before traversing the Marlborough region to Blenheim. Tonight, enjoy a Signature Experience, where local chefs will present each dish before you, showcasing superb local artisan produce, perfectly paired with wines from the region.
Enjoy your selected sightseeing activity.
Day 13 - Blenheim, Picton, Wellington
This morning, take in the breathtaking surrounds while you cruise to the North Island. This afternoon, take part in a fascinating city sights tour of Wellington.
Day 14 - Wellington, Napier
Today you'll drive through the Rimutaka Ranges en route to Napier.
Day 15 - Napier, Taupo, Rotorua
Today, journey through Esk Valley and Te Pohue, stopping at the charming town of Taupo. Later, travel to Rotorua and enjoy a Signature Experience.
This morning, it's time to explore Rotorua on your selected sightseeing activity. The evening is yours at leisure to further explore.
Day 17 - Rotorua, Auckland
This morning, travel through Waikato's farmland to Auckland. Afterwards, enjoy your selected sightseeing activity.
Day 18 - Auckland, Bay of Islands
Cross Auckland’s Harbour Bridge and travel along the Hibiscus Coast. Stop at Parry Kauri Park to view the large kauri trees and soak up the rich pioneering history of the Northland region. Continue to the Bay of Islands.
See the spectacular Bay of Islands region on a cruise. Afterwards, the afternoon is free for you to further explore, before your farewell dinner.
Day 20 - Bay of Islands, Depart Auckland
After breakfast, travel to Auckland where your New Zealand adventure concludes. We say goodbye before we transfer you to the airport for your flight.