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11 days,
8 nights |
from $3299 per person*
TOUR CODE: TWIN
Your journey begins with an easy and comfortable journey to and from Air New Zealand from Los Angeles to Auckland, where you will be treated to famous Kiwi hospitality from the moment you step on board when flying over the Pacific Ocean looking forward to such wonders waiting in a land of high white clouds.
Upon arrival in Auckland, you will be dropped off in style with a private entrance to the Travelodge Hotel Wynyard Quarter, showcasing contemporary comfort amenities and elegant design The hotel is at the heart of the action of the rapidly growing Wynyard Quarter community, as Auckland Near Waitemata Harbor on the west side of the waterfront
Your Auckland adventure begins with a half-day Auckland Discovery Tour, where you’ll discover the city’s rich history, cultural landmarks, and breathtaking waterfront views from the iconic Sky Tower to the scenic streets of Parnell Village, this Tour provides a comprehensive introduction to Auckland’s varied offerings.
No visit to Auckland is complete without a visit to Weta Workshop Unleashed, where you step into the incredible world of filmmaking and special effects. Immerse yourself in the art behind your favorite films like The Lord of the Rings and the Hobbiton Trilogies, while becoming familiar with the story behind the source material
Venture into the incredible depths of the Waitomo Glowworm Cave, where thousands of glowing glowworms create a breathtaking spectacle. Take a boat slide into the underground caves to see nature’s own light show illuminating the darkness.
After four nights of exploring the city and soaking up the culture of Auckland, it is time to head south to the bustling capital of Queenstown. Enjoy easy private transfers from Queenstown Airport to Holiday Inn Express Queenstown, where Superior Room and daily breakfast await.
The Holiday Inn Express Queenstown offers travelers a comfortable and convenient stay in the heart of the city. With modern amenities, superior rooms, and complimentary breakfast, it provides the perfect base for exploring Queenstown’s exhilarating outdoor pursuits and breathtaking scenery.
Take a half-day tour of the Best of Queenstown and visit scenic Arrowtown where you can explore this quiet town at leisure before traveling to Gibbston. The region is also home to some Middle-earth magic and is famous for its world class wines. Enjoy wine tasting (non-alcoholic substitutes available) and a shared cheeseboard at a local winery with jaw-dropping views. The tour is complete with a 30-minut boat cruise on Lake Wakatipu.
The highlight of your Queenstown experience awaits on a day trip to Milford Sound. Traveling by train through the breathtaking scenery of Fiordland National Park, you’ll see towering waterfalls and pristine fjords before embarking on a nature journey through the heart of Milford Sound
As your trip ends, reflect on the memories you have created and the experiences you shared during your New
All trips include 24-hour emergency travel assistance.
Book by:
May 31, 2024
Valid for travel between:
May 1 – May 31 2024
Additional dates, gateway cities and airlines may be available.
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This package is 100% customizable and no set itinerary is available.
Day 1: Depart USA
This evening make your way to the Los Angeles Airport or designated gateway airport (additional cost) for your overnight flight to Auckland.
Day 2: International Date Line
During your flight, you will cross the International Date Line.
Day 3: Arrive Auckland
After you clear Immigration and Customs meet your driver in the Arrivals Hall for your private transfer to your Auckland accommodation for a 4-night stay. This afternoon make your way to Level 5 for the Weta Workshop Unleashed experience. Explore interactive and immersive make- believe film sets, focusing on the worlds of horror, fantasy and sci-fi. There is a chance to get up-close and hands-on with enchanting environments, resident creatures, and a hyper-realistic giant and so much more.
Day 4: Auckland
Discover Auckland on a half-day tour. Head to the mission bay waterfront suburb about 3-miles east of Auckland. Drive along the scenic Tamaki Drive for unobstructed views of Rangitoto Island. Visit MJ Savage Memorial Park also known as “Bastion Point”, which overlooks The Harbour Bridge, Waitemata Harbour and Auckland City Skyline. Continue to Achilles Point where you will capture some amazing photos with Rangitoto Island as your background. Stop at One Tree Hill, a volcanic summit in Auckland City, it is the second largest volcanic field intact in Auckland City. You will enjoy the 360 view of Auckland at One Tree hill summit and learn about the history of the mount. Next stop will be at Mount Eden summit, one of the most prominent volcanic cones remaining in the Auckland region, where you’ll be able to see amazing views over the Hauraki Gulf. Your tour comes to an end as we drive back into the city.
Day 5: Waitomo Caves
Enjoy the 2.5-hour scenic drive into the Waikato region. On arrival, you will have around 30 minutes for some shopping in the gift shop or to grab a drink or something to eat at the Waitomo Homestead. Your guide will take you on a 45 minute tour inside the Waitomo Glowworm Cave explaining the history of the Cave, the glowing worms, and the formations you’ll see inside. Afterward, you’ll ride on a flat bottom boat that will glide through the Waitomo River while you gaze silently at the sparkling worms. After you finish your Glowworm Experience, return to Auckland
Day 6: Auckland
Today is free to explore Auckland at your leisure. Ask our Destination Specialists about a wine tour on Waiheke,
Day 7: Auckland – Queenstown
Transfer by private vehicle to Auckland Airport for your flight to Queenstown. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your accommodation for a 4-night stay. The remainder of your day is free to explore Queenstown at your leisure.
Day 8: Queenstown
No trip to Queenstown is complete without taking in some incredible views, visiting Arrowtown, sampling some tasty local wine, and getting out on the water so the top local spots are handpicked and combined into an amazing half-day sightseeing experience. The tour departs Central Queenstown, and the first stop is an observation point where you can take in one of the best panoramic views in Queenstown. After capturing some incredible photos, enjoy a brief stop overlooking the Shotover River before free time in the charming township Arrowtown. Travel to Gibbston and visit the world’s first commercial Bungy jump offering entertainment spectating opportunities. The region is also home to some Middle-earth magic and becoming increasingly famous for its world-class cold climate wine. Enjoy wine tasting (non-alcoholic substitutes available) and a shared cheese board at a local winery with jaw-dropping views. It’s not finished there, on the way back to Queenstown transfer from land to the lake with a picturesque thirty-minute scenic boat cruise on Lake Wakatipu ending your tour at the wharf in the heart of town.
Day 9: Milford Sound
Board the coach in Queenstown and travel alongside Lake Wakatipu and then through farming countryside to Te Anau where there will be a short rest stop. From Te Anau, the overland journey to Milford Sound is a showcase of sheer mountains and towering cliffs, rugged valleys and native rain forest surrounded by teeming waterfalls and glacial lakes. On arrival, board a vessel for a Nature Cruise. This two-hour cruise takes in the highlights of Milford Sound while the skipper provides a fascinating commentary (English). The cruise follows the full length of the fiord on our modern vessel with comfortable indoor seating and tall windows for panoramic viewing of the spectacular Milford Sound. The large open outdoor upper deck affords excellent wildlife viewing including seals, dolphins, and penguins when in season. Visitors are well catered for with an on-board licensed bar offering the finest Mora wines and local Altitude Brewery craft beers alongside an on-board dinning menu. Following the cruise, return to Queenstown by coach.
Day 10: Queenstown
Today is free to explore Queenstown and surrounds at your leisure. Go Bungy jumping, zip-lining, ride to Gondala, enjoy a wine, beer or gin tasting tour. Ask our Destination Specialists how we can customize your stay to suit.
Day 11: Depart Queenstown
Your New Zealand vacation concludes today when you are transferred to the airport for your flight back to the US.
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| Based on Departures | Price per person from*
Based on Double Occupancy |
| May 1 – May 31, 2024 | 3299 |
| June 1 – June 28, 2024 | 3499 |
| June 29 – Jul 24, 2024 | 3899 |
| Jul 25 – Sep 25, 2024 | 3499 |
| Sep 26 – Oct 16, 2024 | 3999 |
| Oct 17 – Dec 4, 2024 | 3699 |
| Dec 5 – Dec 12, 2024 | 4099 |
| Dec 13 – Dec 23, 2024 | 4629 |
| Dec 24 – Jan 3, 2025 | 4099 |
| Jan 4 – Jan 13, 2025 | 4629 |
| Jan 14 – Jan 29, 2025 | 4099 |
| Jan 30 – Mar 20, 2025 | 3699 |
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*Terms & Conditions: Pricing is per person based on double occupancy. All prices are in US dollars and correct at time of posting for travel during specified travel dates. Single supplements, black-out dates and seasonal supplements may apply. Airfare is not included unless indicated. Prices may differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is received. Airline and hotels frequently change their prices as a result of fare increases and/or fuel surcharges. Prices may increase before full payment for those and other reasons. Package is not combinable with any other offer or discounted vacation package. After full payment, prices are guaranteed except only due to an increase in government-imposed taxes or fees. By paying your deposit, you affirmatively agree to the possibility of such increases. Package is strictly subject to availability, not retroactive and not combinable with any other special or vacation package offer. Minimum night stays or required room types may apply. All prices, itineraries and routings are subject to change without notice. Please call for our current prices. CST#2001136-20
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