New Zealand is a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean consisting of 2 main islands, both marked by volcanoes and glaciation. Capital Wellington, on the North Island, is home to Te Papa Tongarewa, the expansive national museum. Wellington’s dramatic Mt. Victoria and the South Island’s Fiordland and Southern Lakes stood in for mythical Middle Earth in Peter Jackson’s "Lord of the Rings" films.
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NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand is a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean consisting of 2 main islands, both marked by volcanoes and glaciation. Capital Wellington, on the North Island, is home to Te Papa Tongarewa, the expansive national museum. Wellington’s dramatic Mt. Victoria and the South Island’s Fiordland and Southern Lakes stood in for mythical Middle Earth in Peter Jackson’s "Lord of the Rings" films.
Sovereign: Queen Elizabeth II (1952)
Governor-General: Sir Jerry Mateparae (2011)
Prime Minister: John Key (2008)
Land area: 103,734 sq mi (268,671 sq km); total area: 103,737 sq mi (268,680 sq km)
Population (2014 est.): 4,401,916 (growth rate: 0.83%); birth rate: 13.4/1000; infant mortality rate: 4.59/1000; life expectancy: 80.93
Capital (2011 est.): Wellington, 410,000
Largest cities: Auckland, 1.452 million
Monetary unit: New Zealand dollar
Languages: English, Maori, NZ Sign Language
DAY 1 - ARRIVE CHRISTCHURCH
On arrival in Christchurch, ‘The Garden City’, seat in coach passengers will be met by our local representative and privately transferred to your hotel. Self drive clients will collect your rental car at the airport and drive to your hotel.
DAY 2 - CHRISTCHURCH - QUEENSTOWN
Travel across the fertile Canterbury Plains before arriving at Lake Tekapo. Continue south to the small town of Twizel before travelling through the historic Central Otago region to Lake Wakatipu and the ‘Alpine Resort’ of Queenstown. (B)
DAY 3 - QUEENSTOWN
A free day to explore the endless optional attractions available. Queenstown offers bungy jumping, jetboating, white water rafting, gondola rides and much more. Optional activities not included in the tour price. (B)
DAY 4 - QUEENSTOWN - DOUBTFUL SOUND - TE ANAU
Experience the peacefulness and tranquility of Doubtful Sound by coach with 2 boat cruises included, on Lake Manapouri and Doubtful Sound. This area is not visited as much as Milford Sound and is a piece of paradise! (B)
DAY 5 - TE ANAU - INVERCARGILL - STEWART ISLAND
Depart Te Anau this morning and travel through the town of Gore to reach Invercargill, New Zealand’s southernmost city. You will be transferred to Bluff to collect the Stewart Island ferry. On arrival in Oban on Stewart Island, you will enjoy a guided tour of the island by mini coach. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B)
DAY 6 - STEWART ISLAND
Today is at your leisure to enjoy Stewart Island. Many people visit for the natural bush and birdlife and the opportunity to see the native kiwi in the wild at night! (Optional tours not included in the tour price). (B)
DAY 7 - STEWART ISLAND - INVERCARGILL
Today is at your leisure on Stewart Island until check in for your return flight. There are many optional wildlife cruises and walks in this untouched natural area that you may wish to take (Optional activities not included in the tour price). On arrival in Invercargill you will be transferred to your accommodation. (B)
DAY 8 - INVERCARGILL - DUNEDIN
Today seat in coach passengers will travel inland to Gore then through to Dunedin by coach. Self drive clients may choose to drive along the Catlin’s Coast, past sweeping beaches and towering cliffs to the Scottish influenced city of Dunedin. (B)
DAY 9 - DUNEDIN - CHRISTCHURCH
Depart Dunedin and travel north to the Garden City of Christchurch. This afternoon is at your leisure in Christchurch. (B)
DAY 10 - DEPARTURE DAY
Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or the return of your rental car. We trust you enjoyed your Vacation! (B)
INCLUSIONS:
- A choice of accommodation options : 3*/4*/5* As per your choice and budget
- Breakfasts Daily at all hotels
- All sightseeing entry fees included (as mentioned in each itinerary)
- A choice of transport options : By Coach or Self Drive ( Vehicle options are available as per budget )
- All applicable hotel taxes
EXCLUSIONS:
- Airport improvement fee.
- Meals and attractions unless otherwise stated.
- Transfers, unless otherwise specified.
- No Porterage
- VISA, Air Tickets & Baggage Charges
- No Domestic Airfare is included (Can provide quote as separate cost per person)
- No International Airfare is included (Can provide quote as separate cost per person)
- No Lunch & Dinner (Can provide quote as separate cost per person, per meal, per day)
- Any Costs not included/mentioned in itinerary
- Tips and/or Gratuity not included (Suggested tip of approx. USD 2.00 per person per day)
- 4.50% Govt Service Tax
- All optional tours can be added to your itinerary at extra cost
- Extension night option also available in all the cities at extra cost
- Customized Itinerary with freedom and flexibility can be organized as per your request
- Can upgrade to PVT tours & Transfer