Tranquil coastal landscape at Kereta, Waikato, New Zealand. Rolling hills meet the serene ocean shore under a blue sky.

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Southern Alps & natural wonders

From

CAD 6,449

Duration

15 days

Countries

New Zealand

Activity

Not confirmed

The adventure

Embark on a journey through New Zealand's wonders: from Auckland's Maori heritage to the enchanting Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Explore Rotorua's geothermal parks and breathtaking fjords of Milford Sound. Next, venture to the Southern Alps for Mount Cook and the serene Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo. End your adventure in vibrant Christchurch. Embark on a journey through New Zealand's wonders: from Auckland's Maori heritage to the enchanting Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Explore Rotorua's geothermal parks and breathtaking fjords of Milford Sound. Next, venture to the Southern Alps for Mount Cook and the serene Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo. End your adventure in vibrant Christchurch. Embark on a journey through New Zealand's wonders: from Auckland's Maori heritage to the enchanting Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Explore Rotorua's geothermal parks and breathtaking fjords of Milford Sound. Next, venture to the Southern Alps for Mount Cook and the serene Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo. End your adventure in vibrant Christchurch. Embark on a journey through New Zealand's wonders: from Auckland's Maori heritage to the enchanting Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Explore Rotorua's geothermal parks and breathtaking fjords of Milford Sound. Next, venture to the Southern Alps for Mount Cook and the serene Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo. End your adventure in vibrant Christchurch. Embark on a journey through New Zealand's wonders: from Auckland's Maori heritage to the enchanting Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Explore Rotorua's geothermal parks and breathtaking fjords of Milford Sound. Next, venture to the Southern Alps for Mount Cook and the serene Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo. End your adventure in vibrant Christchurch. Embark on a journey through New Zealand's wonders: from Auckland's Maori heritage to the enchanting Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Explore Rotorua's geothermal parks and breathtaking fjords of Milford Sound. Next, venture to the Southern Alps for Mount Cook and the serene Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo. End your adventure in vibrant Christchurch. Embark on a journey through New Zealand's wonders: from Auckland's Maori heritage to the enchanting Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. Explore Rotorua's geothermal parks and breathtaking fjords of Milford Sound. Next, venture to the Southern Alps for Mount Cook and the serene Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo. End your adventure in vibrant Christchurch.

The adventure

Day by day

Your journey through

Argentina

Day 1Canada - Night on boardEmbark on an unforgettable adventure down under! Pack your bags and head to the departure airport*, where you'll begin your journey with a flight to Auckland. Get ready for a night of excitement and anticipation as you soar towards your dream destination! Night on board. *If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Picturesque coastline with ocean waves and coastal houses under a clear blue sky.

Canada

Embark on an unforgettable adventure down under! Pack your bags and head to the departure airport*, where you'll begin your journey with a flight to Auckland. Get ready for a night of excitement and anticipation as you soar towards your dream destination! Night on board. *If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Day 2Continue your journey to Auckland

Continue your journey to Auckland. Due to the time difference, you will lose a day on your outward journey, but will gain it back on your return. You are not in-flight for two full days.

Your journey through

New Zealand

Showing Days 3-9

12-day itinerary

Day 3AucklandArrival at Auckland International Airport. Once you've completed Customs and Immigration procedures, proceed to the Terminal exit to meet your Super Shuttle driver. You can contact them using the provided number for assistance. They will then transfer you to your hotel. Overnight stay in Auckland.Note: Please be aware that there won't be a driver waiting for you inside the terminal upon arrival. Additionally, there may be stops along the way to drop off other passengers within the general route to the hotel.

Auckland

Arrival at Auckland International Airport. Once you've completed Customs and Immigration procedures, proceed to the Terminal exit to meet your Super Shuttle driver. You can contact them using the provided number for assistance. They will then transfer you to your hotel. Overnight stay in Auckland.Note: Please be aware that there won't be a driver waiting for you inside the terminal upon arrival. Additionally, there may be stops along the way to drop off other passengers within the general route to the hotel.

Day 4AucklandDiscover Auckland's most famous landmarks at your own pace with our 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus ticket! The tour offers informative commentary and excellent service, ensuring a memorable journey through the city's highlights.The Red route, which takes about an hour to complete, offers a scenic tour of tree-lined streets, stunning beaches, and trendy shops. Don't rush—hop off at any stop to explore the sights that catch your eye. The tour operates daily, except on December 25th, from 9 am to 5 pm, with departures every 30 minutes until 4 pm. Please note that stops include Downtown Auckland, the Art Gallery, Queen Street, Newmarket shopping precinct, Holy Trinity Cathedral for Parnell Village, Bastian Point Lookout, and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's. It's the perfect way to navigate New Zealand's biggest city. Overnight stay in Auckland.

Auckland

Discover Auckland's most famous landmarks at your own pace with our 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus ticket! The tour offers informative commentary and excellent service, ensuring a memorable journey through the city's highlights.The Red route, which takes about an hour to complete, offers a scenic tour of tree-lined streets, stunning beaches, and trendy shops. Don't rush—hop off at any stop to explore the sights that catch your eye. The tour operates daily, except on December 25th, from 9 am to 5 pm, with departures every 30 minutes until 4 pm. Please note that stops include Downtown Auckland, the Art Gallery, Queen Street, Newmarket shopping precinct, Holy Trinity Cathedral for Parnell Village, Bastian Point Lookout, and SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's. It's the perfect way to navigate New Zealand's biggest city. Overnight stay in Auckland.

Day 5AucklandToday, you have a free day to further explore the breathtaking natural beauty of Auckland, known as "The City of Sails." You can explore the bustling streets of downtown and marvel at the views from the top of the Sky Tower. If you're seeking thrills, don't miss the vineyards and paradisiacal beaches of Waiheke. For culture lovers, visit the Auckland Museum.Immerse yourself in Maori history and traditions there. You'll see an authentic cultural village. If you prefer nature, go to the trails of the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park. There, you'll find hidden waterfalls and lush landscapes. For adrenaline lovers, we recommend walking across the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Or, you could bungee jump from the Sky Tower.At Exoticca, we highly recommend indulging in some incredible activities, such as visiting Waiheke Island* or exploring Auckland's rugged West Coast**. Reminding you that you cannot do both tours at the same time. Overnight stay in Auckland. *Optional Tour to Waiheke Island: Embark on a day trip to Waiheke Island, complete with a return ferry ride and a half-day tour that includes a visit to a vineyard for wine tasting.**Optional Tour to Auckland's Wild West Coast: Immerse yourself in the Auckland West Coast Wilderness Experience—a captivating afternoon half-day tour that takes you through the untamed beauty of Auckland's wild west coast, including a scenic bush walk.

Auckland

Today, you have a free day to further explore the breathtaking natural beauty of Auckland, known as "The City of Sails." You can explore the bustling streets of downtown and marvel at the views from the top of the Sky Tower. If you're seeking thrills, don't miss the vineyards and paradisiacal beaches of Waiheke. For culture lovers, visit the Auckland Museum.Immerse yourself in Maori history and traditions there. You'll see an authentic cultural village. If you prefer nature, go to the trails of the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park. There, you'll find hidden waterfalls and lush landscapes. For adrenaline lovers, we recommend walking across the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Or, you could bungee jump from the Sky Tower.At Exoticca, we highly recommend indulging in some incredible activities, such as visiting Waiheke Island* or exploring Auckland's rugged West Coast**. Reminding you that you cannot do both tours at the same time. Overnight stay in Auckland. *Optional Tour to Waiheke Island: Embark on a day trip to Waiheke Island, complete with a return ferry ride and a half-day tour that includes a visit to a vineyard for wine tasting.**Optional Tour to Auckland's Wild West Coast: Immerse yourself in the Auckland West Coast Wilderness Experience—a captivating afternoon half-day tour that takes you through the untamed beauty of Auckland's wild west coast, including a scenic bush walk.

Day 6Auckland - RotoruaJoin us on an enchanting journey to the renowned Waitomo Glow-worm Caves! A knowledgeable guide will lead you. You'll embark on a captivating tour through these underground wonders. There, you'll encounter fascinating glow-worms. They light up the ancient limestone caves, which formed over 30 million years ago. Conclude your exploration with a serene boat cruise through the mesmerizing glow-worm grotto.Next, we go to Matamata. It's the charming home of the Hobbiton Movie Set. The set is famous as the iconic filming location for the Lord of the Rings and Hobbiton movies. Immerse yourself in Hobbiton's magic. Then, we'll continue our scenic coach journey to Rotorua.This tour includes guided tours of the Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. It also includes comfy and scenic coach travel with informative commentary. Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off provided. Join us for an unforgettable day of adventure and discovery! Overnight stay in Rotorua.

Auckland

Join us on an enchanting journey to the renowned Waitomo Glow-worm Caves! A knowledgeable guide will lead you. You'll embark on a captivating tour through these underground wonders. There, you'll encounter fascinating glow-worms. They light up the ancient limestone caves, which formed over 30 million years ago. Conclude your exploration with a serene boat cruise through the mesmerizing glow-worm grotto.Next, we go to Matamata. It's the charming home of the Hobbiton Movie Set. The set is famous as the iconic filming location for the Lord of the Rings and Hobbiton movies. Immerse yourself in Hobbiton's magic. Then, we'll continue our scenic coach journey to Rotorua.This tour includes guided tours of the Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and the Hobbiton Movie Set. It also includes comfy and scenic coach travel with informative commentary. Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off provided. Join us for an unforgettable day of adventure and discovery! Overnight stay in Rotorua.

Day 7RotoruaToday, you'll have a full day to immerse yourself in the wonders of Rotorua. Today you’ll immerse yourself in the rich Maori heritage at Te Puia. Delve into the enchanting Te Puia geothermal reserve with entry included. Join a guided tour through the mesmerizing geysers and other thermal wonders, and be greeted with a traditional Maori welcome followed by a captivating cultural show.If you're interested in culture, there you’ll discover the rich Maori heritage. You'll learn its history, dance, and craftsmanship. You'll also enjoy an authentic show. Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland will amaze nature lovers, surrounded by geysers, mud pools, and colorful lakes.And don't miss out on exciting outdoor adventures! It offers something for everyone. There are activities from hiking to mountain biking, white-water rafting, and zorbing. We recommend an optional activity, a tour of Wai-O-Tapu and Waimangu Thermal Valleys**. Overnight stay in Rotorua.*Optional half-day tour to Wai-o-tapu and Waimangu Thermal Valleys: Embark on an unforgettable half-day adventure through New Zealand's most breathtaking volcanic region. Experience the remarkable geothermal activity and marvel at the stunning volcanic landscapes of Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland and Waimangu Volcanic Valley on our highly acclaimed Geothermal Wonderland Tour. Witness the awe-inspiring eruptions of Lady Knox Geyser, explore colorful volcanic craters, and soak in the beauty of sizzling hot pools and boiling hot springs amidst lush rainforest and native birdlife.

Rotorua

Today, you'll have a full day to immerse yourself in the wonders of Rotorua. Today you’ll immerse yourself in the rich Maori heritage at Te Puia. Delve into the enchanting Te Puia geothermal reserve with entry included. Join a guided tour through the mesmerizing geysers and other thermal wonders, and be greeted with a traditional Maori welcome followed by a captivating cultural show.If you're interested in culture, there you’ll discover the rich Maori heritage. You'll learn its history, dance, and craftsmanship. You'll also enjoy an authentic show. Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland will amaze nature lovers, surrounded by geysers, mud pools, and colorful lakes.And don't miss out on exciting outdoor adventures! It offers something for everyone. There are activities from hiking to mountain biking, white-water rafting, and zorbing. We recommend an optional activity, a tour of Wai-O-Tapu and Waimangu Thermal Valleys**. Overnight stay in Rotorua.*Optional half-day tour to Wai-o-tapu and Waimangu Thermal Valleys: Embark on an unforgettable half-day adventure through New Zealand's most breathtaking volcanic region. Experience the remarkable geothermal activity and marvel at the stunning volcanic landscapes of Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland and Waimangu Volcanic Valley on our highly acclaimed Geothermal Wonderland Tour. Witness the awe-inspiring eruptions of Lady Knox Geyser, explore colorful volcanic craters, and soak in the beauty of sizzling hot pools and boiling hot springs amidst lush rainforest and native birdlife.

Day 8Rotorua - QueenstownTransfer from your hotel to Rotorua Airport with our convenient shuttle service. During the journey, we may make brief stops to pick up fellow travelers. Remember that the package includes your flight from Rotorua to Queenstown.Upon arrival in Queenstown, proceed through the terminal to meet your Super Shuttle driver. The driver will transport you to your hotel. Once you are checked in, you will have free time to explore and enjoy the city at your leisure. Overnight stay in Queenstown.

Rotorua

Transfer from your hotel to Rotorua Airport with our convenient shuttle service. During the journey, we may make brief stops to pick up fellow travelers. Remember that the package includes your flight from Rotorua to Queenstown.Upon arrival in Queenstown, proceed through the terminal to meet your Super Shuttle driver. The driver will transport you to your hotel. Once you are checked in, you will have free time to explore and enjoy the city at your leisure. Overnight stay in Queenstown.

Day 9QueenstownDiscover the natural beauty of Milford Sound with a scenic coach ride from Queenstown and an unforgettable cruise on the fiord. Depart Queenstown, travel by coach past glacier lakes and into Fiordland National Park. Capture some memorable shots of Mirror Lakes or the ancient alpine forests at photo stops along the way.Our coach will give you sensational views of the Southern Alps. Next, board your cruise in Milford Sound to explore the spectacular fiord. Venture out to the Tasman Sea while cruising past tumbling waterfalls, glacier-scarred rock walls and lush rainforests. Return to Queenstown by coach.Note: This tour includes a full-day excursion operating daily between the specified dates. See scenic stops at Milford Sound. They include Mirror Lakes and the Homer Tunnel. You can also explore Fiordland National Park.

Queenstown

Discover the natural beauty of Milford Sound with a scenic coach ride from Queenstown and an unforgettable cruise on the fiord. Depart Queenstown, travel by coach past glacier lakes and into Fiordland National Park. Capture some memorable shots of Mirror Lakes or the ancient alpine forests at photo stops along the way.Our coach will give you sensational views of the Southern Alps. Next, board your cruise in Milford Sound to explore the spectacular fiord. Venture out to the Tasman Sea while cruising past tumbling waterfalls, glacier-scarred rock walls and lush rainforests. Return to Queenstown by coach.Note: This tour includes a full-day excursion operating daily between the specified dates. See scenic stops at Milford Sound. They include Mirror Lakes and the Homer Tunnel. You can also explore Fiordland National Park.