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Package Overview

Spend twenty four awesome days in New Zealand, beginning in cosmopolitan Auckland, and travelling extensively throughout the North Island鈥檚 thermal wonderland, stunning beaches and picturesque countryside. In the South Island, you will be awestruck by the magnificent scenery, entertained by the vast choice of activities and soothed by the opportunities for pampering and unwinding. The opportunity to sample so much of the best New Zealand has to offer is unsurpassable.

Tours can start on any day of the week and have the flexibility to be shortened, lengthened or be customised to your requirements.

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Christchurch

  Christchurch, the heart of the Canterbury plains is fondly dubbed 鈥淭he Garden City鈥� and sparkles all year round. A lively blend of English tradition and contemporary New Zealand culminate in Christchurch offering a vast array of unique attractions and experiences which are sure to charm its many visitors. The Christchurch Botanic Gardens showcase some of the flora of New Zealand and other parts of the world. Founded in 1863 with the planting of an English Oak tree, the Gardens now feature one of the finest collections of exotic and native plants found in New Zealand. Towering majestic trees 鈥� many over 120 years old 鈥� dominate the Gardens, forming a striking backdrop to the extensive themed plant collections and sweeping lawns. 魅影直播 and experiences: This popular city offers us: the Botanical Gardens, the Arts Centre, Art Gallery, Canterbury Museum, Skyline Gondola, City Tram, Hot Air Balloon rides, Port Hills, Antarctic Centre, Jet boating and rafting and much more.

• Day 2 : Christchurch - Dunedin

  Travelling Distance: 363 kms
  Travelling Time: 4.5 鈥� 5 hours
  
  SH 1 from Christchurch to Dunedin reveals a great many gems for the traveller from urban interests to natural wonders, from farmlands and mighty rivers to seaside towns and historic Oamaru. On the 鈥榥ot to be missed鈥� list are the enormous boulders at Moreaki and the cliff edge M膩ori p膩 at Karitane; whilst the 鈥楨dinburgh of the South鈥�, Dunedin, lies just ahead.

• Day 3 : Dunedin - Fiordland

  From Dunedin travel to the wonderland of the Fiordland.

• Day 4 : Te-Anau

  The largest national park in New Zealand, Fiordland glistens and enchants. A photographer鈥檚 dream, mountains meet water, fiords deceive the eye, native bush clings to the hillside, magnificent lakes sparkle (Manapouri and Te Anau) and well-known tracks beckon walkers (Hollyford, Kepler, Routeburn, the famous Milford, and more). Cruise on the Milford or Doubtful Sound and watch carefully as Fiordland comes alive with the sights and sounds of the kakapo, the takahe, seals, dolphins, bellbirds, kea and kiwi.

• Day 5 : Te-Anau - Queenstown

  Travel Distance: 186 KM
  Travel Time: 2 陆 hours
  
  An impressive journey, both SH94/ SH6 and the gravel track (via Mavora Lakes) promise unparalleled scenery and endless photo opportunities. Make time to wave at the deer at Mossburn and at your own reflection in Lake Wakatipu before approaching the Remarkables mountains and entering Queenstown.

• Day 6 : Queenstown

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• Day 7 : Queenstown

  Day at Leisure

• Day 8 : Queenstown - Glaciers

  Travel Distance: 355 KM
  Travel Time: Approx 5 hours
  
  Heading towards Wanaka is the SH6 via Cromwell for the cautious; or through the Crown Range for the adventurous. Rejoining SH6, Wanaka, Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea all make great places to stop for refreshments and photographs, whilst the allure of Mount Aspiring National Park beckons.
  
  The route through the Haast Pass is superb before the rugged West Coast Road (SH6) leads to the stunning Glaciers.

• Day 9 : Glaciers - Punakaiki Rocks

  Travelling Distance: 224 KM
  Travelling Time: 3.5 hours
  
  Following the coastline north towards Punakaiki, SH6 is not only breath-takingly beautiful and utterly unique, it is also dotted with glorious lakes, beaches, lagoons and small interesting towns. Try glass-blowing at Hokitika, knife-making at Barrytown and gold-panning at Shantytown, the restored town from the gold-rush era, before arriving at the blowholes of Punakaiki.

• Day 10 : Punakaiki Rocks - Nelson

  Travel Distance: 275 KM
  Travel Time: Approx 4.5 hours
  
  Heading north along the coast on SH6 is Cape Foulwind Seal Colony 鈥� a short and immensely worthwhile diversion 鈥� and Westport has all amenities. Turning inland this route follows the magnificent Buller River, travels through the beautiful Golden Downs State Forest before bearing east towards Nelson.

• Day 11 : Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park

  Today make your way to one of the most scenic National Parks in NZ 鈥� the Abel Tasman, which is renowned for its golden beaches, sculptured granite cliffs, and its world-famous coastal track. From the entrance to the park catch a water taxi that will take you to your luxurious lodge in the heart of the Park 鈥� Awaroa lodge which won the prestigious NZ Award for 鈥榠nnovation in Eco Tourism鈥�. From here you can enjoy a short walks in the park and a paddle in a kayak.

• Day 12 : Abel Tasman

  Despite being the country鈥檚 smallest national park (23 000 hectares), the Abel Tasman can boast a very bright claim: it is bathed in the most sunshine hours in New Zealand! The Abel Tasman is a real treasure: beaches, coves, bays and inlets define this stunning area that can be accessed by water taxi from Kaiteriteri or Marahau.
  
  Choose your mode of transport to take in the glorious scenery: cruise, kayak, hike, cycle or horse ride around the national park but make sure you take time to relax at one of the beautiful sandy beaches to get your share of that sunshine! Scenic flights are available, some activities can be guided such as kayaking and walking (selected parts of the track can be walked) or unguided.

• Day 13 : Abel Tasman - Marlborough Sounds

  Exiting the Park, make your way east to the Marlborough region 鈥� staying in the outskirts of Blenheim or at the Marlborough Sounds.

• Day 14 : Marlborough

  An enticing length of coastline along the north of the South Island, the Marlborough Sounds 鈥� the Queen Charlotte, Pelorus, Kenepuru and Mahau Sound 鈥� are simply captivating. Weaving along the coastline are sheltered coves, inlets, bays and beaches which are accompanied by long tracks through lush coastal forest where native trees and wildlife thrive and historic sites are preserved for your discovery.

• Day 15 : Marlborough - Wellington

  Cross the ferry from the south island to the north island 鈥� arriving at the Capital city.

• Day 16 : Wellington - Tongariro National Park

  Travel Distance: 340KM
  Travel Time: 5 hours, via SH2, approx 6 hours
  
  Heading north out of Wellington, there is a choice of routes. On SH1, urban scenes give way to coastal views and the glorious Kapiti Coast with superb vistas over Kapiti Island, a rare bird sanctuary. En route are two great vintage museums 鈥� the Southward (Motor) museum at Paraparaumu and the Tramway museum at Paekakariki 鈥� there are potteries at Te Horo and Waikanae and many lovely beaches along the way for a quick splash or snack.
  
  Foxton is a small town with some unusual attractions such as the full-sized windmill in its main street or the wonderful Flax stripping museum. Another option is to take SH2 through the Hutt Valley to Victorian Greytown 鈥� a great place to take refreshment break and browse haute couture made by New Zealand鈥檚 top fashion designer, Trelise Cooper.
  
  This route continues north past Masterton and past antique-filled Woodville, via SH3, through a gorge before SH54 connects north past Taihape and heads into the army restricted area around Waiouru 鈥� if the military is of interest, the museum is worth a visit. Taking SH49, then SH4, the route passes the bottom of the Karioi State Forest to the wondrous, volcanic and utterly unique Tongariro National Park.

• Day 17 : Tongariro National Park

  Three active volcanoes define the Tongariro National Park and deservedly elicit gasps of awe at the incredible sight of these huge geological beasts expelling lava. The three volcanic peaks are Mount Ruapehu, Mount Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe. The National Park is so naturally spectacular and culturally significant that it has been awarded the rare accolade of dual World Heritage Site status. Covering almost 80 000 hectares, the national park鈥檚 scenery is sublime and varied 鈥� dry deserts and barren tussocks morph into mountain beech forest and wetlands, it is no wonder this became a favourite filming location for 鈥淭he Lord of the Rings.鈥� Tracks and huts are available for fit trampers/walkers especially on the popular walks 鈥� the 鈥楾ongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk鈥�, the 鈥楻ound the Mountain (i.e. Mount Ruapehu) Track鈥� and the famous one day track 鈥� the 鈥楾ongariro Alpine Crossing Track鈥�.

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• Day 18 : Tongariro - Taupo - Rotorua

  Travel Distance: 185KM
  Travel Time: approx 2 & 陆 hours
  
  Taking SH47 then SH1 from Tongariro National Park is sure to be a riveting journey as the route travels around Lake Taupo and past Turangi 鈥� known as the trout capital of the world. Traversing this active geothermal area, the volcanic terrain is fascinating and has huge geological appeal. En route make time to marvel at the power of water 鈥� experience its pure energy at both the stunning Aratiatia rapids and the Huka Falls where water hurtles down at a rate of more than 220, 000 litres per second. Interesting places to visit include the hydro power station at Atiamuri and the Wairakei Geothermal Power Station further south. However, the 鈥榤ust-sees鈥� of this area are the tremendous and unique thermal valleys.
  
  Wai-O-Tapu has been active for over 150,000 years and has some remarkable features such as the deep cauldron-like craters bubbling frantically with mud and the coloured pools. Waimangu Volcanic Valley is the world鈥檚 newest geothermal system and features both a scenic reserve and a wildlife refuge 鈥� walks, cruises and bus trips are available.
  
  The more secluded Waikite Valley Thermal Pools are equally worth a diversion before arriving 鈥� via SH1 then SH30 or SH5 鈥� at captivating Rotorua.

• Day 19 : Rotorua

  Famed for its geothermal activity, Rotorua is utterly unique 鈥� peer into an active volcano and watch the belly of the earth bubble and roar as it leeches sulphurous steam trying to find its way out through thermal pools and geysers.
  
  Steeped in Maori history and culture, and picturesque to boot, Rotorua offers a profusion of opportunities for the long or short-term visitor. The thermal activity in Rotorua is fascinating 鈥� as is the local constant companion, the smell of sulphur! There are many geysers to view although the Pohutu Geyser in the Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley at Te Puia is arguably Rotorua鈥檚 favourite geyser known for its 30 metre high steam spurts! Whakarewarewa Thermal Village is where the rich Maori history and culture of the region is detailed through song, dance and storytelling. However there is more to Rotorua than hiss and steam.
  
  A visit wouldn鈥檛 be complete without seeing a few of the 16 magnificent lakes in this region 鈥� such as Lake Rotorua, Lake Tarawera or the beautiful Green (Rotokakahi) and Blue (Tikitapu) Lakes 鈥� perhaps even catch a trout for dinner? Popular water sports are kayaking, jet boating, water skiing, fishing (note that Green Lake is closed to public) and white water rafting (especially at the Kaituna River). Nearby Mount Tarawera is known for its devastating volcanic eruption of 1886 which, in destroying three whole villages, also buried The Pink and White Terraces, a geological phenomenon considered to be the eighth wonder of the world. Opportunities for families 鈥� attractions and actions 鈥� abound.
  
  For the adrenaline junkies why not try hurtling downhill in a plastic bubble, racing through space, body flying or bungy jumping 43 metres! But worry not, there鈥檚 always horse riding, orienteering and walks through the lovely Whakarewarewa (Redwood) Forest.

• Day 20 : Rotorua - Fly to Bay of Islands

  Fly from Rotorua to the Bay of Islands (1 hr flight)

• Day 21 : Bay of Islands

  At the Bay of Islands 鈥� featuring 144 small islands, NZ鈥檚 finest maritime park and secluded bays. The Bay of Islands offers many cruises to its many bays and isalnds including a trip to swim with the dolphins.

• Day 22 : Bay of Islands

  The Bay of Islands lies in the heart of the Northland, 4 hrs north of Auckland, on the coast line; warm, friendly and relentlessly beautiful, the Bay cradles 144 islands ready for exploration.
  
  Cruise around the bay and weigh up your options: swim with the dolphins, big game fishing, exploring the Maritime and Historic Park, relaxing in the resort towns of Paihia or Russell, or learning about New Zealand鈥檚 early identity at Waitangi. Paihia is the main township of the bay of Islands (BOI) and demands relaxation 鈥� rolling green hills meet sparkling blue waters which in turn lead you to the beautiful beaches. If sun-bathing and caf茅 hopping is just too slow, then there鈥檚 always sky diving, paragliding, fly trapezing, water or jet skiing and of course 鈥� swimming with dolphins (- this is the warmest water in NZ to swim with the dolphins).
  
  Another interesting historic town is Russell, the location of the first permanent European settlement in New Zealand and the one-time capital city (in 1840). Nearby Kerikeri has a similar very early history and historic sites which include Mission House, the oldest wooden structure still standing in New Zealand, and The Stone Store whose construction began 19 April 1832 making it the oldest stone building in the country.
  
  Waitangi is an extremely important place in New Zealand鈥檚 history and the Waitangi Meeting House commemorates this. In 1840 a treaty was signed between Maori and the British Crown and the resulting 鈥楾reaty of Waitangi鈥� became the founding document of modern day Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Waitangi Meeting House has displays, demonstrations and performances at regular intervals, be sure not to miss the striking waka 鈥� a carved wooden Maori war canoe.

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• Day 23 : Bay of Islands - Auckland

  After a relaxed morning, leave Paihia for Auckland, 4 hrs drive; Travel via the coast 鈥� Whangarei, or via the Kauri coast where the lassive trees of Kauri are awaiting to be displayed.
  
  Arrive Auckland in afternoon. Your accommodation is in the city centre and you are a walking distance from the hastle and bustle of Auckland 鈥� something you hadn鈥檛 have seen since arrival in NZ鈥�

• Day 24 : Depart New Zealand

  Make your way to the airport on time for your flight. Check in time requirement is 2 hrs before flight. Please check time for American Airlines 鈥� 3 hrs may be required in this case.
  
  Return your car rental at the internatioanl terminal.
  
  Please note that the itinerary can be reversed 鈥� starting in Auckland, and we can make any amendments to the suggested above to suit with your own personal expectations and requirements.

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