New Zealand Explorer
New Zealand
Tour length 19 days•From Auckland to Christchurch
In-depth Cultural
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About this tour
Combining the best of New Zealand's North and South islands, explore the land of giants and discover jaw-dropping scenery and dramatic landscapes around every corner. Sailing through mist-shrouded fjords, hiking in spectacular glacial valleys and spotting coastal wildlife on the very southern tip of the country, discover a little bit of magic at the other side of the world.Doubtful Sound - Cruise through the towering fjords of this UNESCO Heritage Site, quieter and more rugged than its famous neighbour, Milford SoundAbel Tasman - Discover the sparkling blue waters and golden coastline of this beautiful national park, by boat and on footHawke's Bay - Sample authentic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc in this famous wine-making region
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General information
Tour ID 31880
Tour length 19 days
Language English
Group size 16
Age range 16 - 85
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Starting point
Copthorne Hotel, 150 Anzac Ave, Auckland, Auckland Region 1010, New Zealand
Hotel Reception
18:00 - 18:00
End point
Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand
Heartland hotel Cotswold Reception
09:00 - 09:30
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Day 1: Join trip in Auckland
Day 2: Explore Auckland; visit Hobbiton and drive to the Bay of Plenty
Day 3: Maori cultural experience with a modern hangi lunch
Day 4: Drive to Gisborne through the Waioeka Gorge
Day 5: Drive to Napier; visit Hawke's Bay vineyard
Day 6: Free time in Napier; drive to Wellington
Day 7: Free day to explore the capital
Day 8: Ferry across the Cook Strait to Picton; drive to Nelson
Day 9: Explore the Abel Tasman National Park by boat and on foot
Day 10: Scenic drive on the Great Coast Road to Hokitika
Day 11: Visit Franz Josef Glacier en route to Fox Glacier
Day 12: Explore Fox Glacier then travel to Wanaka
Day 13: Free day in Wanaka
Day 14: Visit Queenstown and see glowworms en route to Te Anau
Day 15: Take a cruise on the magnificent Doubtful Sound
Day 16: Drive to Dunedin; afternoon wildlife cruise to see albatross
Day 17: Drive to Mackenzie Country via the Moeraki Boulders
Day 18: Drive to Christchurch
Day 19: Trip ends in Christchurch
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