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. Registration
and pick up of rental car. 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. There is the extra option to drive
to Matamata, the place where the Hobbiton
Village from the Lord of the Rings is. 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 you will get to see
beautiful Lake Tarawera and a 100 year old
Redwood forest – also where Lord of the Rings
was filmed. 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: Drive via Tongariro National Park to
Wellington
Departure from Rotorua. There is the option to
explore another geothermal area on your way to
Taupo. Take a break 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,
followed by an opportunity to explore the city’s
main places of interest
Day 6: Ferry crossing to the South Island,
journey continues to Christchurch
Morning drive to the ferry terminal, leaving
your car at the car rental office. The ferry
takes approximately 3 hours to Cross the Cook
Strait. Arrival in Picton and registration of
new rental car. Drive down the beautiful
Kaikoura Coast, where you can see wild seals
sunbathing on the rocks. Evening arrival in
Christchurch.
Day 7: Drive from Christchurch to Queenstown
Departure from Christchurch driving 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 Te Anau. In the evening enjoy a walk
along the lake town’s lakefront.
Day 9: Return to Queenstown followed by
exploration of the area
Return drive to 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 Hokitika, an old
mining and timber town. Next 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, returning rental car. Your tour
concludes.
Transportation
By Car
Auckland – Waitomo – Rotorua
Rotorua
Exploration
Rotorua – Wellington
Picton – Christchurch – Queenstown – Milford
Sound – Te Anau – Queenstown – Franz Josef –
Hokitika – Christchurch
 By
Ferry
Wellington – Picton
Milford Sound Cruise
Prices are per person in New Zealand Dollars
and include GST (VAT)
* accommodation will be twin/double
S = Standard Room
D = Deluxe Room
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