Complete New Zealand: North & South Islands
New Zealand
Experience the best of both islands from the geothermal wonders of the North to the majestic fjords of the South.
₹2,25,000
per person
Visa
NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) required for Indian citizens
Currency
New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Language
English, Maori
Timezone
UTC+12 (NZST)
Tour Highlights
- Milford Sound cruise among waterfalls
- Queenstown adventure capital
- Rotorua Maori culture and geysers
- Hobbiton movie set tour
- Franz Josef Glacier hike
Inclusions
- 11 nights accommodation in 3-4 star hotels and lodges
- Daily breakfast and 4 dinners
- SUV rental with insurance
- Inter-island ferry (Wellington-Picton)
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves entry
- Te Puia geothermal entry
- Hobbiton movie set tour
- Franz Josef helicopter hike
- Milford Sound cruise with lunch
- Marlborough wine tasting
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Auckland
Arrive at Auckland International Airport. Transfer to hotel. Evening Sky Tower views and welcome dinner.
Auckland to Rotorua
Drive to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves. Glowworm cave tour. Check into Rotorua hotel. Evening Maori cultural performance.
Rotorua Geothermal Wonders
Visit Te Puia geothermal valley, Pohutu Geyser, and Kiwi conservation center. Afternoon at Wai-O-Tapu thermal park.
Hobbiton & Matamata
Full day Hobbiton movie set tour. Explore the Shire and Green Dragon Inn. Return to Rotorua.
Rotorua to Wellington
Drive to Wellington via Taupo. Visit Huka Falls and Lake Taupo. Evening explore Te Papa Museum and waterfront.
Wellington to South Island
Ferry across Cook Strait to Picton. Scenic drive to Nelson or Blenheim. Wine tasting in Marlborough region.
Marlborough to West Coast
Drive to West Coast via Buller Gorge. Visit Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and blowholes. Overnight in Franz Josef.
Franz Josef Glacier
Helicopter hike on Franz Josef Glacier (weather permitting). Afternoon at Glacier Hot Pools. Optional Lake Matheson walk.
Franz Josef to Queenstown
Scenic drive to Queenstown via Haast Pass. Visit Blue Pools and Lake Wanaka. Check into Queenstown hotel.
Milford Sound Cruise
Full day excursion to Milford Sound. Scenic drive through Fiordland National Park. Nature cruise among waterfalls and wildlife.
Queenstown Adventure
Free day for adventure activities. Options: bungee jumping, jet boating, gondola with luge rides, or relaxing on Lake Wakatipu.
Departure
Transfer to Queenstown Airport for departure via Auckland or Christchurch.
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa fees (NZeTA required)
- Travel insurance
- Lunch meals (except Milford)
- Fuel and parking
- Personal expenses
- Optional adventure activities in Queenstown
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