Contrasts of New Zealand

Superior Group Tour in brief

Day 1: Auckland

On arrival in Auckland, you will be met and transferred to Stamford Plaza Auckland for 2 nights. This evening, join the rest of the group for a welcome dinner. (D)

Day 2: Auckland

Morning tour of Auckland’s city sights including Bastion Point, the War Memorial and Viaduct Harbour. (B)

Day 3: Rotorua

Travel through the King Country region and, upon arrival in Rotorua, take a short orientation tour followed by a visit to Rainbow Springs Nature Park, where you may spot the kiwi bird. This evening experience a Maori hangi feast (food cooked over hot stones) and concert. Stay overnight at the Millennium Hotel. (B, D)

Day 4: Fly to Queenstown

Fly to Queenstown today and stay at the Millennium Hotel for 3 nights. (B)

Day 5: Milford Sound

Journey over the Devil’s Staircase and along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau and its lake, the largest in the South Island. Travel through Fiordland National Park, a world heritage area of glaciers and mountain ranges. Continue to Milford Sound with photo opportunities at scenic sights en route. Join a lunch cruise on Milford Sound before returning to Queenstown this evening. (B, L)

Day 6: Queenstown

Day at leisure to explore Queenstown; choose from a range of optional excursions including a ride on the exhilarating Shotover Jet, or a cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw including a barbecue lunch at the Colonel’s Homestead. This evening join your travel director for dinner at The Boatshed, with spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range. (B, D)

Day 7: Franz Josef

Journey through Central Otago on the way to Franz Josef, making stops at the historic mining village of Arrowtown and the town of Cromwell. Pass the lakes of Wanaka and Hawea before finishing at Franz Josef with an overnight stay at the Te Waonui Forest Retreat. (B, D)

Day 8: Hokitika • Christchurch

Today visit Hokitika, home to the native greenstone (jade) for a jewellery demonstration. Continue to Arthur’s Pass to board the TranzAlpine train for a spectacular journey across the Southern Alps and the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. Stay 2 nights at the Distinction Christchurch. (B)

Day 9: Christchurch

This morning take a tour of the city followed by tea at the home of Tim and Isabelle Weston, owners of Britten Stables. This evening there will be a farewell dinner. (B, D)

Day 10: Onward travel

Morning or afternoon transfer to Christchurch airport to fly home or continue your holiday. (B)

Meal basis:

As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.

Important information

Flights: International and internal flights are not included with this itinerary. For flight options and prices, please contact your Cox & Kings travel consultant.

Non-exclusive group tour:

Please note that this tour is operated by AAT Kings on a nonexclusive basis. Therefore other passengers may or may not be Cox & Kings clients

Itinerary:

Itinerary: Please note the itinerary is provisional and subject to change. Itinerary and departure dates may change from 1 October 2021. For more information and prices, please contact your Cox & Kings travel consultant.

Superior tour

This tour is based in 4- and 5-star accommodation.

Single supplement

From £900pp.

Private & tailor-made travel

This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online.