New Zealand Uncovered

New Zealand Uncovered
The perfect New Zealand tour to bring New Zealand’s North and South Islands to life across land and sea, taking in both cities and small towns. You’ll traverse epic landscapes, indulge in fresh food and delicious wine, experience farming and Maori culture firsthand, and meet welcoming locals with stories to share.
Dining Summary
Whats Included
The perfect New Zealand tour to bring New Zealand’s North and South Islands to life across land and sea, taking in both cities and small towns. You’ll traverse epic landscapes, indulge in fresh food and delicious wine, experience farming and Maori culture firsthand, and meet welcoming locals with stories to share.
Dining Summary
- 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
- 16 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 7 Dinner (D)
- 2 Regional Dinner (RD)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
- Walter Peak: Get up close to farmyard animals on a guided walking tour at Walter Peak on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in the New Zealand high country.
- Waikato District: Retired champion jockey Lance O'Sullivan and his wife Bridgette are your hosts for a Be My Guest lunch on their dairy farm in the North Island.
- Lake Tekapo: Join your hosts Angie and Stan Taylor in their home for afternoon tea and insights into a lifetime spent farming in New Zealand.
- Rotorua: Visit Whakarewarewa Living Village for insights into the lives of the Maori community and their special bond they share with their country, Aotearoa.
- Rotorua: Immerse yourself in Maori traditions at a fun and entertaining evening, including a cultural performance and traditional Hangi meal at Te Pa Tu Maori Experience.
- Wellington: Delve into New Zealand's national identity, exploring an expansive collection related to this country's culture and history at Te Papa, Museum of New Zealand.
- Walter Peak: Get up close to farmyard animals on a guided walking tour at Walter Peak on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in the New Zealand high country.
- Fiordland National Park: Help restore and conserve Pomona and Rona Islands as sanctuaries for native plants and animals.
- : Explore a jade carving centre in Hokitika, and a brewery in Greymouth with a Local Specialist
- : Discover Auckland, Blenheim, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin
- : Visit a kiwifruit orchard in Te Puke, Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley in Rotorua, and Te Papa Museum of New Zealand in Wellington
- : View the Southern Alps from the TranzAlpine train
- : Scenic Cruise on the Cook Strait, Lake Wakatipu, and Milford Sound
- Tauranga: This hotel is owned by a local family whose dream it was to highlight the spectacular beauty and spirit of the Tauranga harbour.
- : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- : 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
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- 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
About Trafalgar

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Dream holidays without the stress of the 'what ifs', is what we do. We design our tours so you can experience the world differently. You'll get the personal service, attention to detail and ease you're looking for, while enjoying the unmissable experiences you've always dreamed of. Discover why Trafalgar tours have been trusted by 5 million guests and are proud to deliver the very best tours that you'll cherish for ye ...
Dream holidays without the stress of the 'what ifs', is what we do. We design our tours so you can experience the world differently. You'll get the personal service, attention to detail and ease you're looking for, while enjoying the unmissable experiences you've always dreamed of. Discover why Trafalgar tours have been trusted by 5 million guests and are proud to deliver the very best tours that you'll cherish for ye ...
Jan 02, 2024 through
Mar 26, 2024
16 Nights
from
$6,880.00
(USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included, Various departures
7700880
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Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Welcome to Auckland | ||
2 | Sights of Auckland, City of Sails | ||
3 | Tauranga, on the Bay of Plenty Connect with Locals Stays With Stories | ||
4 | Rotorua, Centre of Maori Culture Dive Into Culture | ||
5 | Experience Rotorua for Yourself | ||
6 | Wellington the Cool Capital | ||
7 | Blenheim Gateway to the Wine Regions Dive Into Culture | ||
8 | To Innovative Christchurch | ||
9 | Through Breathtaking Scenery to Twizel Connect with Locals | ||
10 | Dunedin, City of Scottish Heritage | ||
11 | Te Anau, Gateway to Fiordland Make Travel Matter | ||
12 | Queenstown, Adventure Playground | ||
13 | Queenstown Free Time, Your Time Dive Into Culture | ||
14 | Franz Josef, Untamed Natural Wilderness | ||
15 | Punakaiki, Home to a Coastal Forest | ||
16 | All Aboard the TranzAlpine | ||
17 | Farewell Christchurch |