17-Day Kiwi Explorer
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17-Day Kiwi Explorer

17 days
About this activity
Day 01: Arrive at Auckland Airport and be transferred to accommodation. Enjoy the day settling in. 
Day 02: A scenic drive through Waikato and King Country regions brings you to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Afterwards, enjoy lunch (at own expense) and return to Rotorua for the night.
Day 03: Travel to Matamata to the beautiful Hobbiton movie set, where the award-winning Lord of the Rings films were made. Return to Rotorua and enjoy the afternoon at leisure.
Day 04: Head to Taupo for a full day of exploration on your own and enjoying activities like skydiving, jetboating, AC baths and the Starlight Cinema.
Day 05: Today we travel to Napier, with one of the largest concentrations of Art Deco buildings in the world, and activities to suit everyone. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure.
Day 06: Today, enjoy a wine tasting afternoon in the sun driving through stunning scenery. After, be dropped at Napier.
Day 07: Today, a 5 hour trip takes us to the capital, Wellington. Check-in and overnight.
Day 08: Today is free to explore Wellington - from world-class restaurants to attractions like the free national museum, the waterfront, and much more. 
Day 09: Today we travel to South Island by ferry. Arrive into Picton and travel West to Nelson, the gateway to Abel Tasman National Park.
Day 10: Walk through lush forest from Marahau to Anchorage, then sail to the Fur Seal colony, along the Abel Tasman coastline via Split Apple Rock into the resort community of Kaiteriteri. 
Day 11: Spend the day travelling to incredible Franz Josef.
Day 12: Embark on the Franz Josef Glacier Valley Walk through remarkable landscape. After a brief climb, enjoy spectacular views of the glacier’s terminal face. The journey can be tailored to suit groups of most abilities and interests.
Day 13: Today we travel to the adventure capital - Queenstown, surrounded by breathtaking nature. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 14: Today we visit Milford Sound and journey along the 295km Milford Road through Fiordland National Park, on comfortable buses. After a morning tea stop (own expense), travel along the lake and into Fiordland National Park and Eglinton Valley. Marvel at the stunning Mirror Lakes and Knobs Flat, and through stunning mountain peaks in a glass-roof coach. Stop at Monkey Creek, head through the Homer Tunnel and experience The Chasm. At Milford Sound, board Southern Discoveries Scenic Cruise out to the Tasman Sea, gliding past glacier-scarred rock walls and waterfalls. Return to Queenstown by bus and overnight.
Day 15: Today is free to enjoy yourself with Queenstown's endless activities. 
Day 16: Today we head to Christchurch through incredible scenery (8-9 hours). Check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure..
Day 17: Enjoy the morning in Christchurch before catching your return airport transfer.
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Included
  • Auckland Airport Pick-up
  • Christchurch Airport Drop-off
  • All Coach Transportation as per Itinerary
  • 16 Nights Hostel, 3* or 4* Hotel Accommodation, Depending on Package:
  • 1N in Auckland
  • 2N in Rotorua
  • 1N in Taupo
  • 2N in Napier
  • 2N in Wellington
  • 2N in Nelson
  • 2N in Franz Josef
  • 3N Queenstown
  • 1N Christchurch
  • Meals: 1 Lunch
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves Experience
  • Hobbiton Experience
  • Hawkes Bay Wine Tour
  • Abel Tasman by Land & Sea Experience
  • Franz Josef Glacier Valley Experience
  • Milford Sound Cruise Experience
  • Lunch
Not included
  • Other Meals & Drinks
  • Transfers to/from bus stations and meeting points
  • Optional Activities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips for Guides
  • Travel Insurance
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Features
Tourism
85%
Cultural
50%
Original
30%
Aquatic
20%
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