Experience New Zealand’s best spots! Your journey will take you from Auckland to Hobbiton and across to Rotorua. Discover Wellington and then head down to Queenstown that includes ‘must-do’ experiences including a trip to Milford Sound and a Shotover Jetboat Ride. There are cultural experiences and wine tastings and a visit to eco-friendly Kapiti Island.
Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington & Queenstown
New Zealand > North Island > Auckland > Rotorua > Wellington & Martinborough > South Island > Queenstown & Wanaka
15 Days, 12 Nights
Nestled within and isthmus of two oceans, the Pacific Ocean and Tasman Sea, Auckland contains much serene natural beauty. Auckland has so much to see and do - there’s plenty of entertainment for a few hours, a few days or a few weeks - museums, galleries, zoos and parks. Swim with sharks or stingrays at Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter or see a collection of intriguing artifacts showcasing New Zealand’s history and culture at the Auckland Museum. Climb the Bridge, take a chartered cruise around the harbor or jump off the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere. Your stay includes a Taste of Auckland tour so you can take in the sights and flavors of the city.
Travel south to Rotorua, stopping at the Hobbton Movie enroute where you will walk in the footsteps of Hobbits and learn more about the movie and the characters. Arrive in Rotorua mid-afternoon, a town where you will have a myriad of activities to entice and entertain. Whether seeking to experience Maori culture, geothermal earth forces, spa rejuvenation, thrills and adventure, or any of the other natural assets such as 16 lakes, some of the world’s best mountain biking trails, fantastic trout fishing and myriad forest walking tracks – Rotorua delivers it all! Included in your stay in a geothermal and a cultural experience.
Continue south by air to Wellington, the capital of New Zealand! Visit the dynamic National Museum of New Zealand, Te Papa which is located on the waterfront! Ridge the historic Cable Car to visit the Botanic Garden or hear the birdsong of a tuatara as you walk through Zealandia, the Karori Sanctuary Experience. Your stay includes a tour of Te Papa and a visit to a natural wildlife reserve, Kapiti Island.
Fly from Wellington to Queenstown is in the center of an area of extraordinary natural beauty and is an essential part of every NZ itinerary. Paradoxically, although the area exudes a peaceful tranquility and gentle beauty, it also offers a wide range of fun filled and action type activities. Included is an exhilarating jetboat ride, a winery tour and a scenic flight and cruise to Milford Sound. There is plenty of free time to visit the historic township of Arrowtown, go bungy jumping or experience farm life. Whatever your passion - Queenstown has it all!
Highlights
- Auckland
- Rotorua
- Wellington
- Queenstown
Inclusions
- Round-trip airfare on Air New Zealand from Los Angeles to Auckland, returning from Queenstown
- One-way airfare from Rotorua to Wellington and Queenstown
- One-way shuttle transfer from Auckland Airport to hotel
- 2-nights Auckland, Sudima Hotel Auckland City or similar
- A Taste of Auckland tour including lunch
- All Blacks Experience
- One-way Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton
- 3-nights Rotorua, Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua
- Full-day Geothermal Wonderland Tour
- Mitai Maori Cultural Experience including hangi dinner
- One-way shuttle transfer from Rotorua hotel to Rotorua Airport
- Round-trip shuttle transfers from Wellington Airport to hotel
- 3-nights Wellington, Travelodge Hotel Wellington
- Introducing Te Papa Museum tour
- Kapiti Island full day tour
- Round-trip shuttle transfers from Queenstown Airport to hotel
- 4-nights Queenstown, Sudima Queenstown
- Fly-Cruise-Fly to Milford Sound
- Boutique Wine Tour
- Shotover Jetboat Ride
- US/foreign taxes and fees including September 11 Security Fee
Based on Departures |
Price per person from* Based on Double Occupancy |
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April 1 - April 30, 2023 | 5399 |
May 1 - June 28, 2023 | 5079 |
June 29 - July 23, 2023 | 5639 |
July 24 - September 17, 2023 | 5439 |
September 18 - October 15, 2023 | 5799 |
October 16 - December 5, 2023 | 5699 |
** Please note - these rates are no valid over special events.
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Group Size
Independent travel
Dates
May 1, 2023 - June 28, 2023
Price
From $5079 per person based on double occupancy*
Trip Terms
*Prices are quoted in USD and are ‘from’, per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements apply. Valid for weekday departures and weekend returns May 1, 2023 - June 28, 2023. Transpacific departures Fri – Sun incur a $100 fee each direction. Advertised price reflect low season and seasonal surcharges apply for travel outside of this season. Must be booked by March 31, 2023. Black-out dates may apply. Prices are current at time of posting (2/1/2023) and may differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is received and processed, due to fare increases and currency fluctuations. All pricing is strictly subject to availability. All prices, itineraries and routing are subject to change without notice. Please call for our current prices. CA CST: 2076233-40 | WA ID: 601 684 531 | PC-1282498.
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