An all-encompassing yet comfortable journey through New Zealand that delivers the highlights of the region with stye to spare. Utilizing a diverse range of transport—trains, gondolas, boats—you’ll explore artsy beach towns, learn about local myths, legends and traditional cuisine from the Maori, and revel in the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand. Handpicked accommodations and upgraded transportation are standard fare on this decidedly non-standard adventure. This trip offers everything you could possibly want…and then some.
What’s Included
Visit scenic Bridal Veil Falls for a walk. Raglan harbour lunch cruise. Visit an eco farm to learn about local conservation. Hike in Tongariro National Park. Soak in geothermal spa pools. Visit a historic Maori village with a local guide and traditional dinner. Orientation walk in Christchurch. Scenic TranzAlpine Train. Queenstown Gondola ride. Wilderness day cruise (winter) or overnight wilderness cruise (summer) on Doubtful Sound. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
10 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 5 dinners. (Allow NZD200-350 for meals not included.)
Comfort hotels (8 nts), local holiday home (1 nt), cruise boat (1 nt).
Mini-bus, plane, train, boat, walking.
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12.