New Zealand Explorer Tour - 14 Nights / 15 Days

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Overview

Upon your arrival at Auckland, our executive will welcome you warmly and begin your unforgettable journey across New Zealand, a land known for dramatic landscapes, vibrant Maori culture, and pristine natural beauty.

This carefully designed itinerary covers both the North Island and South Island, offering a perfect balance of sightseeing, relaxation, adventure, and scenic travel.

From Auckland’s harbours and volcanic landscapes to the magical Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Rotorua’s geothermal reserves, the journey introduces you to some of the country’s most unique natural phenomena.

Travel south to Wellington, New Zealand’s charming capital, before crossing the scenic Marlborough Sounds to reach the wildlife-rich coast of Kaikoura and the garden city of Christchurch.

The South Island continues to impress with the turquoise lakes of Tekapo and Pukaki, the towering Mt. Cook, and the adventure capital Queenstown.

A highlight of the journey is the Milford Sound cruise, surrounded by dramatic fjords and waterfalls. The trip concludes with visits to the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and the spectacular Tranz Alpine train journey, one of the world’s most scenic rail experiences.

This tour is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and travellers seeking a complete New Zealand experience.

Itinerary

Auckland city tour, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Rotorua geothermal reserve, Lake Taupo, Wellington city visit, Marlborough Sounds ferry, Mt. Cook, Milford Sound cruise, Queenstown adventure activities, Franz Josef Glacier, Tranz Alpine scenic train journey.

Day 1: Arrive at Auckland−

Upon your arrival at Auckland, our executive will welcome you warmly. Night stay in Auckland.

Day 2: Auckland+

Visit Victoria Park Market, Westhaven Marina, and the volcanic crater of Mt. Eden. Night stay in Auckland.

Day 3: Auckland – Waitomo – Rotorua+

Travel through the Mamaku Ranges to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves for a guided tour. Continue through the fertile Waikato region and proceed to Rotorua, the thermal city.

Day 4: Rotorua+

Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve to see mud pools and geysers. Enjoy wildlife viewing and the New Zealand farm show featuring sheepdog demonstrations and cow milking. Return to the hotel.

Day 5: Rotorua – Wellington+

Travel via Lake Taupo and the volcanic landscapes of Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe, and Tongariro. Night stay in Wellington.

Day 6: Wellington+

Day at leisure. Optional visit to Te Papa National Museum. Night stay at Wellington.

Day 7: Wellington – Picton – Kaikoura+

Travel through the Marlborough Sounds by ferry to Picton, then continue to Kaikoura. Night stay at Kaikoura.

Day 8: Kaikoura – Christchurch+

Travel to Christchurch, known as the Garden City.

Day 9: Christchurch – Mt. Cook – Queenstown+

Journey across Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo, Mt. Cook, Lake Pukaki, and Central Otago before arriving in Queenstown.

Day 10: Milford Sound Excursion+

Travel via Lake Wakatipu, Lumsden, and Te Anau. Visit Eglinton Valley and Homer Tunnel. Enjoy a Milford Sound cruise with views of Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls.

Day 11: Queenstown+

Day at leisure for optional adventure activities like bungy jumping, jet boating, rafting, or gondola rides.

Day 12: Queenstown – Glacier Region+

Travel via Lakes Wanaka and Hawea through Haast Pass to Westland National Park. Visit Franz Josef and the Fox Glacier region.

Day 13: Glacier Region+

Day free to explore glaciers and the surrounding rainforest landscapes.

Day 14: Glacier Region – Greymouth – Christchurch+

Board the Tranz Alpine train via Arthur’s Pass and Waimakariri River valley to Christchurch.

Day 15: Depart Christchurch+

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.