Day 1 : Welcome to Christchurch
Your New Zealand luxury tour begins by private car to your boutique hotel located in the heart of Christchurch and just minutes from North Hagley Park and the Botanic Gardens. Pay a visit to the blooms at the Botanic Gardens or ride the Christchurch Tram before meeting your Travel Concierge where you’ll raise a glass to a grand journey.
Accommodation : Hotel Montreal, Christchurch.
Day 2 : Christchurch to Franz Josef
Embark on one of the world's greatest scenic railway journeys aboard the TranzAlpine train to the small village of Arthur's Pass. In Franz Josef, your eco-friendly retreat nestled in the wilderness welcomes.
Accommodation : Te Waonui Forest Retreat, Franz Josef.
Day 3 : The Mighty Franz Josef Glacier
Explore Franz Josef, where a Local Expert reveals the glacier's impressive history.
Accommodation : Te Waonui Forest Retreat, Franz Josef.
Day 4 : Travel from Franz Josef to Wanaka
Cruise down the Haast River in a jet boat basking in the beauty of the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Area. Experience fairy-tale lavender fields. Visit the historic gold-mining village of Arrowtown before arriving at your hotel at the edge of Lake Wanaka, designed to flow with the seasons.
Accommodation : Edgewater Wanaka Hotel
Day 5 : Wanaka Relaxed Start
Marvel at Wakana's natural beauty on a lake cruise. Complete your experience on an afternoon nature walk.
Accommodation : Edgewater Wanaka Hotel
Day 6 : Wanaka to Queenstown Relaxed Start
Visit Highlands Motorsport Museum and come face to face with the state-of-the-art machines. Meet Mrs Jones Orchard, a traditional fruit stall owner, and indulge in real fruit ice-cream and stone fruit. Enjoy lunch and experience exclusive wine tasting in Gibbston Valley of the Vines at Kinross. Visit the historic gold mining town of Arrowtown.
Accommodation : The Rees Hotel
Day 7 : Queenstown Relaxed Start
Take in the surrounding landscape on a Lake Wakatipu scenic cruise aboard TSS Earnslaw. Visit Walter Peak High Country farm for an Eco Experience - an idyllic place to spend a few peaceful hours. Enjoy dinner tonight at local restaurant The Bathhouse, located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu.
Accommodation : The Rees Hotel
Day 8 : Queenstown to Doubtful Sound (overnight cruise)
Travel by road to Manapouri, then by Catamaran and coach to Doubtful Sound to meet the Fiordland Navigator.
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Day 9 : Doubtful Sound to Dunedin
Upon disembarking the cruise, continue by road to Dunedin, stopping for lunch at Te Anau. In Dunedin, your heritage hotel welcomes you with a cosy atmosphere in the city centre. Dine on favourites such as surf and turf, braised lamb, catch of the day, or other modern twists on traditional local dishes at Parcels Restaurant.
Accommodation : Distinction Dunedin Hotel.
Day 10 : Dunedin (Relaxed Start) Relaxed Start
Explore the flavours of Dunedin on a guided tour and tasting at Dunedin Craft Distillers. Venture next door for a special Chocolate tasting journey. View Dunedin’s sites or venture to the dramatic coastline.
Accommodation : Distinction Dunedin Hotel.
Day 11 : Dunedin to Christchurch
Travel up the coast though the towns of Oamaru and Timaru to Christchurch to uncover the city’s highlights on a fascinating sightseeing tour. Sample the best of the city over dinner at Montreal Bar and Restaurant.
Accommodation : Hotel Montreal, Christchurch.
Day 12 : Christchurch to Wellington
Travel the dramatic rugged coastline to the whale-watching hub of Kaikoura and onto the seaside town of Picton. Cruise on Queen Charlotte Sound and across Cook Strait to Wellington where you’ll get acquainted with the city on an illuminating tour. Unwind this evening with a drink in your hotel’s Lobby Lounge, admiring its famous art collection.
Accommodation : Nuami Hotel Wellington
Day 13 : Wellington Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Personalise your day discovering the stunning waterfront and hidden lanes of Wellington. Or, take a guided walk through Otari Wiltons Bush. This evening is free for you to dine at any of the city’s restaurants.
Accommodation : Nuami Hotel Wellington
Day 14 : Wellington to Hawke's Bay
Wind your way through the pastoral dairy farming land of Manawatu to Napier in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand’s Art Deco capital and world-renowned wine country. This evening, savour a tasting and dinner at family-owned Craggy Range Winery in the shadow of Te Mata Peak.
Accommodation : Porters Boutique Hotel, Hawke's Bay.
Day 15 : Exploring Napier
Take in Napier’s art deco architecture with a Local Expert in a chauffeur-driven vintage car. Partake in a Gannet safari. Your participation on Gannet Safaris contributes to our MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® initiative: TTC makes a donation on behalf of each guest to the Cape Sanctuary. Their amazing team is made up of over 300 volunteers that are giving their time to restore our beautiful land and replant grasses and natives to support the return of our wildlife.
Accommodation : Porters Boutique Hotel, Hawke's Bay.
Day 16 : Geothermal Rotorua
Continue your journey to Rotorua, where this afternoon, armed with a packed lunch, you'll join a local guide for a cultural walking eco-tour to discover the jurassic Whirinaki Forest, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Accommodation : Pullman Rotorua.
Day 17 : The Sights of Rotorua
Unveil the Californian Coastal Redwoods of Whakarewarewa Forest and go behind the scenes on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at a kiwi bird nursery and hatchery. Tonight, an evening of culture, history and scrumptious food awaits you at Te Puia. Wander through the ancient forest village and learn about Maori art forms and traditions, followed by a cultural performance and dinner.
Accommodation : Pullman Rotorua.
Day 18 : Waitomo and Auckland
Enjoy a private walk through Footwhistle Cave lit up by glow worms. Dine with one of New Zealand’s famous former All Black rugby players.
Accommodation : JW Marriott Auckland.
Day 19 : Farewell Auckland
After one final breakfast, say farewell to your Christchurch to Auckland luxury tour as you are chauffeured to Auckland Airport.
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