New Zealand Panorama
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
RPACA2M24-69
Start City:
Queenstown
End City:
Auckland
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
7 days
Age Requirement:
5+ Years Old
Tour Capacity:
50
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
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| Friday, Jan 24, 2025 | Thursday, Jan 30, 2025 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Friday, Feb 07, 2025 | Thursday, Feb 13, 2025 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Friday, Mar 14, 2025 | Thursday, Mar 20, 2025 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Friday, Mar 28, 2025 | Thursday, Apr 03, 2025 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Experience the contrasts of New Zealand's two distinct islands. From Queenstown's magnificent outdoors and Rotorua's geothermal wonderland to Auckland's sparkling harbour - yours to explore along a journey through this island nation.
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Day 1
Welcome to QueenstownYour journey to the Islands of New Zealand kicks off in Queenstown (flights to arrive prior to 4pm). The the evening is free for you to enjoy one of its many lakefront restaurants and bars. Why not try some of the famous New Zealand lamb with a Pinot Noir from the local Otago wine region?Accommodation: Millennium
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Day 2
Meet Local Farmer LauraGet a feel for real New Zealand farm life with what awaits today. Begin the day with an immersive experience with your host, Southern Girl Laura. Born and raised on a sheep and deer farm in the deep south of New Zealand, you'll Connect with Locals as passionate Laura shares her story of her life growing up in the country before you have the chance to try your hand at sheep mustering, whip cracking, and the chance to feed and pet the sheep, horses, and goats. After this fun insight into the real New Zealand, you’ll leave feeling more like a local than a visitor and ready for a scenic afternoon. Jump right in travelling to the historic gold mining heritage of Arrowtown. Learn the town’s history when in 1862 thousands flocked to Arrowtown to strike it rich in gold mining. Stroll through town admiring the dozens of buildings from the gold rush era and more recently restored historic cottages, churches, and new boutiques and shops. Don’t miss the Chinese Settlement at the edge of the Arrow River made of restored shelters and buildings originally constructed in 1868. The next part of your adventure, it’s all aboard the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw heading across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm for a gourmet barbecue dinner, piled high with ribs and salad. After dinner at this historic homestead, learn about life on the farm watching the sheep dogs in action before the scenic cruise back to your Queenstown hotel.Accommodation: Millennium
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
Day 3
Queenstown, It's All YoursSay ‘good morning’ to Queenstown with a full day of ways to play in this adventure capital. How about an Optional Experience of a thrilling, adrenalin-rush jet boat ride with Skippers Jet or an excursion through Skippers Canyon? If you’re looking for another type of adventure, consider a journey through the rainforest of World Heritage Fiordland National Park for an unforgettable cruise on heritage listed national park Milford Sound/Piopiotahi past sheer cliffs, white-capped peaks, and waterfalls. This stunning landscape—shared by dolphins, penguins, and seals—showcases the beauty of New Zealand. Or tempt your taste buds on a wine tour of the Otago region renowned for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. You’ll visit and tour three premium boutique vineyards and enjoy a wine paired platter lunch. However you explore, there’s plenty of adventure to be had and shared with your travel mates after a full day.Accommodation: Millennium
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 4
Auckland, New Zealand's Largest CityWith fond memories of your time in Queenstown and its surrounds, it's a change of scene today departing Queenstown and flying north to Auckland, the ‘City of Sails.’ As you fly in over the harbour, admire the city’s namesake sailboats and get excited for Auckland’s rich Maori history paired with its cosmopolitan vibe. Settle into your hotel in the heart of the city’s Federal Street—a hotspot for food lovers offering plenty of options. The evening is yours to enjoy in Federal Street or to head downtown for waterfront dining. You could even choose to dine in the towering Skytower for rotating, 360-degree views across the city.Accommodation: The Grand by SkyCity
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 5
Rotorua, Centre of Maori CultureJourney through King Country, which was at the centre of the New Zealand Wars in the 1860s. Join a Local Specialist in in a starry wonderland - a cavernous galaxy of twinkling glowworms, in shades of iridescent green and blue, lighting up the Waitomo Caves. This evening, you'll Dive Into Culture and M?ori traditions at Te Puia. Learn about Maori history and culture on this guided experience, which includes a dinner of hangi-inspired cuisine and a spellbinding cultural performance in a finely carved meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua. It ends on a high at the powerful Pohutu Geyser, where, armed with hot chocolate, you'll view one of New Zealand's geothermal wonderlands - featuring dramatic geysers, bubbling mud, surrounded by beautiful native bush.Accommodation: Millennium
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Day 6
Rotorua's Natural WondersIt’s you’re final full day on your tour and it’s a big one. Begin at the National Kiwi Hatchery to learn everything about the New Zealand’s national bird, the kiwi, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Watch kiwi eggs being incubated, the hatching process, and newly hatched kiwi chicks. Your Local Specialist will tell you all about their kiwi bird breeding programme, 'Operation Nest Egg' and how your visit contributes to it. After a morning learning about the kiwi, you’re off to Dive Into Culture at the Living M?ori Village Whakarewarewa for more insights into the M?ori people. Soak in this beautiful land of geothermal fields and steaming lakes that the T?hourangi Ng?ti W?hiao people have been living on since 1886. Take the trails and gain an appreciation of the M?ori’s connection to this land. You’ll cap off your day joining your Travel Director and companions for a Farewell Dinner.Accommodation: Millennium
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Day 7
Farewell Rotorua and AucklandSavour your last morning of your New Zealand tour over a final delicious breakfast with your travel mates. Then bid farewell as you are transferred from Rotorua to the Auckland Airport for your onward flight (flights to depart after 2pm).
Meals: Breakfast
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Dining Summary
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Regional Dinner (RD)
- 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
Be My Guest
- Queenstown: Come and meet your host 'Southern Girl' Laura on her farm in the South Island, when she will share her fascinating story of growing up on a sheep and deer farm.
Dive Into Culture
- Rotorua: Enter Te Puia for an evening of Maori culture and connection. Dine on traditional Hangi-inspired cuisine, followed by a captivating cultural performance.
- Rotorua: Visit Whakarewarewa Living Village for insights into the lives of the Maori community and their special bond they share with their country, Aotearoa.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Rotorua: Visit the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa and learn about the work being done to save New Zealand's national bird. Your visit contributes to saving the kiwi bird.
Must-see Highlights
- : Explore Ruakuri Cave at Waitomo, and the National Kiwi Hatchery in Rotorua with a Local Specialist
- : Discover Queenstown, Auckland, and Rotorua
- : Visit A sheep and deer farm in Southland and Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley in Rotorua
Whats Included
- : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- : Porterage where hotels provide this service
- : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- : All land transport shown. All transfers shown
- : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- : Optional Experiences and free time
- : A Trafalgar bonus - Intra-Air Flight: Queenstown to Auckland
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Porterage where hotels provide this service
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- All land transport shown. All transfers shown
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- A Trafalgar bonus - Intra-Air Flight: Queenstown to Auckland
OR Call Us For a Free Quote 1-800-935-2620
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