Day 1: Arrival in Auckland, New Zealand
Meeting at Auckland International Airport with
Green Lite Travel Representative, transfer to
hotel. Time to rest after a long flight. In the
evening enjoy a nice walk along one of many
historic streets of Auckland.
Day 2: Auckland City tour with travel to Muriwai
Beach
‘Auckland by Day’ City tour with an English
speaking guide. See the largest marina in the
southern hemisphere, panoramic views from the
Sky Tower, a walk along Mission Bay and drive to
the summit of a volcano near the centre of the
city. Next we depart Auckland and visit Muriwai
Beach, on the Tasman Sea. This beach is a
popular surfing destination because of the wild
waves, and also has a large colony of gannets
nesting on the cliffs above the surf. On the way
back to Auckland we will stop for wine tasting
at one of New Zealand’s well known wineries.
Day 3: Departure from Auckland via Waitomo to
Rotorua
Morning meeting with GLT representative at the
hotel. This is the moment when we will pass on
all essential information and travel advice to
you, including maps and suggestions of what else
to do and see during your journey. Transfer to
bus terminal. Travel from Auckland via the
Bombay Hills and Meremere to Waitomo. Entry into
the 30 million year old Waitomo Caves where you
will see unique glow worms as you ride a boat on
an underground river. Continued travel to
Rotorua. Arrival in Rotorua followed by free
time.
Day 4: Rotorua exploration
Sightseeing of Rotorua and surrounding areas
including boiling mud pools and geysers at
Whakarewarewa Thermal reserve. Also you will get
to see New Zealand’s national bird, the Kiwi as
well as a farm show where New Zealand farmers
show their skills. Next explore the Rotorua Lake
front with Ohinemutu Church and Government
gardens. In the evening you will be taken from
your hotel to a Maori Village to see a
traditional show and enjoy a traditionally
cooked dinner.
Day 5: Travel via Tongariro National Park to
Wellington
Departure from Rotorua stopping in the city of
Taupo to enjoy the many attractions on offer.
Next continue your journey via Tongariro
National Park, with three active Volcanoes,
Tongariro, Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu. Arrival in
Wellington and transfer to the hotel.
Day 6: Ferry crossing to the South Island,
journey continues to Christchurch
Morning transfer to the ferry terminal. The
ferry takes approximately 3 hours to Cross the
Cook Strait. Arrival in Picton and registration
for Tranz Scenic Train. Train Ride down the
beautiful Kaikoura Coast, where you can see wild
seals sunbathing on the rocks. Evening arrival
in Christchurch, transfer to the hotel.
Day 7: Drive from Christchurch to Queenstown
Departure from Christchurch by bus, via the
Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo. See the famous
stone church and a statue of the farmers best
friend, a dog. Continued drive to Lake Pukaki,
form which you can see New Zealand’s tallest
mountain, Aoraki Mt Cook. Afternoon arrival in
Queenstown.
Day 8: Fiordland National Park with Milford
Sound Cruise
Travel via Lake Wakatipu, Kingston and Te Anau
to Fiordland National Park. The journey
continues via Kingston and Hollyford Valleys,
the Homer Tunnel and Cleddau Canyon to Milford
Sound. Cruise on the Milford Sound, followed by
a return to Queenstown.
Day 9: Free Leisure time in Queenstown
All day relaxing in Queenstown and surrounding
areas. We recommend a visit to the historic
mining town of Arrowntown, Bungy Jumping or a
steam boat cruise on Lake Wakatipu. In the
evening you have a dinner reservation on Bob’s
Peak, which you can only reach by Gondola. Enjoy
stunning views of Queenstown from your table.
Day 10: Departure from Queenstown up the West
Coast to Glacier Country
Travel via Wanaka and Haast Pass to Westland
World Heritage Park with Glaciers and lush green
native bush. There is the opportunity to walk
very close to a glacier, and for the more
adventurous there are helicopter services even
landing on the glacier. Transfer to hotel.
Day 11: Crossing the Arthur’s Pass returning to
Christchurch
Travel via the West Coast to Greymouth, an old
mining and timber town. Registration for Tranz
Alpine Train. Crossing the Arthur’s Pass you
will return to Christchurch. We recommend a
visit to the Botanical Gardens, Canterbury
Museum, as well as taking a ride on board a
historic tram in the city centre.
Day 12: Departure from New Zealand
Walking city tour and shopping. Transfer to the
airport. Your tour concludes.
Transportation
By Bus
Auckland – Waitomo – Rotorua
Rotorua
Exploration
Rotorua – Wellington
Christchurch – Queenstown – Milford Sound –
Te Anau – Queenstown – Franz Josef –
Greymouth – Christchurch
By Train
Picton – Christchurch
Greymouth –
Christchurch
 By
Ferry:
Wellington – Picton
Milford Sound Cruise
Prices are per person in New Zealand Dollars
and include GST (VAT)
S = Standard Room
D = Deluxe Room
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