New Zealand

The

Classic
New Zealand

12 Days

Auckland, Rotorua, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Christchurch, Mt. Cook. Deluxe hotels; all transfers and sightseeing by private car and driver-guide. Options & Rates

DAY 1—AUCKLAND

On arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. The city occupies a superb site on a slender bridge of land astride two seas, the Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea. Built on sloping hills, its also unique being surrounded by 65 extinct volcanos.

Stamford Plaza

Day 2—AUCKLAND

This morning begin a comprehensive tour of the city and its environs. View the Domain Gardens, the twin harbors and the up to Mt. Eden for panoramic views over the city. Visit the Auckland War Memorial Museum containing a fascinating selection of Polynesian and Maori artifacts.

Stamford Plaza

Day 3—ROTORUA

Depart Auckland for Waitomo by private car passing through lush farmland. At Waitomo explore the world famous Glow Worm caves and formations of stalactites and stalagmites. Continue to Rotorua.

Treetops Estate & Lodge

Day 4—ROTORUA

The morning tour begins at the Agrodome to see sheep dogs working the stock followed by a sheep shearing demonstration. Visit the Thermal Reserve where geysers play at regular intervals amid hot springs and boiling mud pools. Afternoon and evening witness, in depth, the dramatic past of Maori life and culture.

Treetops Estate & Lodge

Larnach Castle

Day 5—DUNEDIN

Morning transfer to the rail station where you will board The Taieri Gorge Limited for a wonderful scenic rail journey up to Pukerangi where you will be met by your private car and driver guide for your onward drive to Te Anau. This is the center for exploration of New Zealand’s most spectacular natural attractions including the famous Milford Track.

Larnach Castle

Day 6—TE ANAU

Morning transfer to the airport for your Flight to Queenstown. On arrival you will be met and transferred by private car for a spectacular drive along the lake to Te Anau. This is the center for exploration of New Zealand’s most spectacular natural attractions including the famous Milford Track. Afternoon at leisure.

Fiordland Lodge

Day 7—EXCURSION TO MILFORD SOUND

Join your motor launch this morning for a full day cruise up the 16 km waterway of the fiord where sheer mountain walls tower above the tranquil waters. Lunch on board amidst these unforgettable surroundings. Return to Te Anau in the afternoon.

Fiordland Lodge

Milford Sound

Day 8—QUEENSTOWN

Morning transfer to the airport for your short flight to Queenstown beautifully situated on the shore of Lake Wakatipu. This afternoon will be spent sightseeing this favored area including a dramatic ride on a aerial gondola to the top of Bob’s Peak for a fantastic view of lake and mountains.

Mercure Grand St. Moritz

Day 9—QUEENSTOWN

Depart on a morning cruise across the lake to Walter Peak High Country Sheep Station. Following a meeting by the friendly staff, experiences of sheep station life are shared during morning coffee at the homestead. Visit the original wool shed and then watch the sheep dogs in action.

Mercure Grand St. Moritz

Sheep Station

Day 10—CHRISTCHURCH

After a morning at leisure, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Christchurch. Afternoon optional Gondola ride for a spectacular experience that gently lifts you 1500 feet above sea-level for a unique 360 degree view of Christchurch, the Canterbury Plains and Lyttelton Harbor.

Crowne Plaza

Day 11—CHRISTCHURCH

Here you will find a bit of England in the South Pacific with its Gothic buildings, lovely gardens and the willow lined River Avon which meanders through the city. Afternoon tour of all the highlights.