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Discover New Zealand 10 Nights / 11 Days
Day 1: Arrival in Auckland
Arrive at Auckland Airport and proceed with a private transfer to your hotel. Complete the check-in formalities. The rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel in Auckland.
Day 2: Auckland Half Day City Tour
Take in the highlights of New Zealand’s largest city on this half-day tour of Auckland and benefit from an expert guide and a small group size. Admire views of Auckland Harbour and drive over the Harbour Bridge; gaze out over the city from the top of Mt Eden, and see spectacular views of the Mission Bay beaches—all in just half a day, with plenty of photo stops along the way. Later proceed to Auckland Sky Tower on own and enjoy panoramic views of the Auckland city. Included – Auckland City Tour & Auckland Sky Tower (Ticket Only). Overnight stay at Hotel in Auckland.
Day 3: Auckland – Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Tour – Rotorua
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Rotorua. En route, visit the Hobbiton Movie Set and the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Journey through the rolling green hills of Waitomo and enjoy a tour through an underground wonderland of caves decorated with galaxies of glowworms. Discover an ancient world 30 million years in the making and marvel at Mother Nature’s light display. Explore the cave by foot before embarking on a boat ride, gliding silently through the starry wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto. Experience the serene ambience as you enter this galaxy of tiny living lights. The glowworm (Arachnocampa Luminosa) is unique to New Zealand, making the Waitomo Glowworm Caves an absolute must-do. See thousands of these tiny creatures as they radiate their unmistakable luminescent light in a subterranean world. Included – Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glow Worm Caves (shared touring route to Rotorua). Overnight stay at Hotel in Rotorua.
Day 4: Rotorua – Waimangu Geothermal Valley (Self Guided Walk) & Redwoods Nightlights
Rotorua is surrounded by a fascinating geothermal landscape with its unique steam vents, spouting geysers and bubbling mud pool set alongside freshwater lakes and majestic native forests. It is also a region immersed in fascinating Maori myths and legends. Today you’ll visit one of the local geothermal attractions before a sensory evening display in the forest. Included – Waimangu Geothermal Valley (Self Guided Walk) & Redwoods Nightlights (Ticket Only). Overnight stay at Hotel in Rotorua.
Day 5: Rotorua to Christchurch
Check out from the hotel and proceed to the airport by private transfer to board your flight to Christchurch. Christchurch is set between the deep blue Pacific Ocean and the mighty, snow-capped Southern Alps. It is a vibrant and ever-changing city, with inner-city parks and gardens beautifully interwoven by the meandering Avon River. Overnight stay at the hotel in Christchurch. Optional Activity: International Antarctic Centre.
Day 6: Christchurch – Tranz Alpine Train – Greymouth
You will be transferred to the Christchurch Railway Station to board the TranzAlpine Train, crossing the vast Canterbury Plains and travelling through the dramatic Waimakariri River Gorge to Arthur’s Pass National Park. On arrival in Greymouth, proceed by coach from the meeting point to the Franz Josef Glacier region. Included: TranzAlpine train tickets. Overnight stay at the hotel in Franz Josef.
Day 7: Franz Josef
After breakfast, enjoy scenic helicopter ride for 20 mins duration. Later the day is free at leisure to explore the beautiful Glacier Region. Included – 20min Scenic Helicopter Ride (No Transfer). Overnight stay at Hotel in Franz Josef.
Day 8: Franz Josef – Queenstown
Franz Josef – Queenstown After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Queenstown by coach. Upon arrival in Queenstown, check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in Queenstown.
Day 9: Queenstown – Milford Sounds Cruise Tour – Queenstown
Fiordland is one of the world’s last great wildernesses. Today’s stunning journey past mirror lakes, spectacular waterfalls and water-sculpted rocks. Venture into Milford Sound, a New Zealand treasure carved by ice age glaciers and famously described as the eighth wonder of the world. After a big day out, reflect on memories of a lifetime on your return to downtown Queenstown. Duration: approx. 12 hours. Included – Milford Sound tour with picnic lunch (sharing basis). Overnight stay at Hotel in Queenstown.
Day 10: Queenstown Gondola & Luge Rides
Start your day with a Gondola ride, taking you 480m up over Lake Wakatipu to the top of Bob’s Peak. Enjoy spectacular views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Walter and Cecil Peak, and, of course, Queenstown. Jump in the driver’s seat in this global thrill for all ages. Nestle into a Luge cart and wind your way through 1,600 meters of banked corners, tunnels and dippers. Once you’ve conquered the course, hop on the chairlift and go again! Included – Skyline Gondola with 3 Luge Rides (Ticket Only). Overnight stay at Hotel in Queenstown.
Day 11: Departure from Queenstown
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Queenstown Airport for your onward journey.
Inclusion
- 02 Nights’ accommodation in Auckland at the above-mentioned hotels or similar
- 02 Nights’ accommodation in Rotorua at the above-mentioned hotels or similar
- 01 Night’s accommodation in Christchurch at the above-mentioned hotels or similar
- 02 Nights’ accommodation in Franz Josef at the above-mentioned hotels or similar
- 03 Nights’ accommodation in Queenstown at the above-mentioned hotels or similar
- Auckland half-day city tour on a shared basis
- Auckland Sky Tower (Ticket Only)
- Auckland – Hobbiton Movie Set – Waitomo Glowworm Caves – Rotorua tour on a shared basis
- Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Redwoods Nightlights (Ticket Only)
- Tranz Alpine Train Ticket (No Transfer)
- 20min Scenic Helicopter Ride (No Transfer)
- Greymouth – Franz Josef by coach
- Franz Josef – Queenstown by coach
- Milford Sounds Cruise with Picnic Lunch on Sharing Basis
- Skyline Gondola with 3 Luge Rides (Ticket Only)
- All airport transfers on a private basis
Exclusion
- Return and Internal Airfare
- Visa
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in/Late check out
- Meals, Laundry, telephone, optional excursions and other items of a personal nature
- Cost of foreign exchange for personal use
- Portage Charges in Hotel/Airport/During Tours
- Tips to Driver and Guide
- Personal expense
- High Season Surcharges as applicable
- Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Payment Policy:
- 25% advance payment is required 45 days prior to travel.
- 50% payment is required 30 days prior to travel.
- 100% of the tour cost must be paid 20 days prior to departure.
- The above payment policy applies to the standard package only and may vary from season to season and from product to product.
Cancellation Policy:
- 5% service fee will be applicable if the booking is cancelled 30 days prior to departure.
- 25% cancellation charges will apply if cancelled 25 days prior to departure.
- 50% cancellation charges will apply if cancelled 15 days prior to departure.
- 100% cancellation charges will apply if cancelled 8 days or less prior to departure.
- The above cancellation policy is applicable to the standard package only. It does not apply to services marked as Non-Refundable at the time of quotation. Cancellation policies may vary depending on the season and product. Therefore, we request you to recheck and reconfirm the applicable cancellation policy with us prior to booking.
Important Note:
- All rates quoted in this tariff are in New Zealand Dollars and are NETT and non-commissionable unless specified.
- The above rates are valid from Mar 2026 to Jun 2026.
- The costing for the above package was prepared on 2nd March 2026. However, considering the ongoing war situation, there is a possibility that the end service provider may impose surcharges due to the shortage of fuel supply.
- Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
- Rates are not valid during Trade Fairs, Special Events, Holiday period & Blackout dates.
- In order to handle your reservations efficiently, please advise exact confirmed Arrival / Departure dates, Flight details, number of persons including children/infant age, Meal preferences, Rooms requirements with type, Nationality of the travellers, Preferred Hotels, Tour names, Payment methods, etc.
- SIC tours / SIC Coach Transfer operates from a common meeting point or selected hotel pick-ups. Guests are required to reach the common meeting point on their own.
- SIC tours / SIC Coach Transfers are subject to operation by the tour operator, and in case any tour is cancelled for any reason by the operator, a refund will be provided accordingly.
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