12 Day Escorted Tour: New Zealand Discoverer

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New Zealand Discoverer

Auckland to Christchurch

Trip Code: NTA12

12 Days

From $4,095 USD pp | From $5,495 CAD pp

Trip Overview

Take in the highlights of the North and South islands. Visit key cities and immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of New Zealand at places such as Rotorua, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Aoraki Mt Cook and the west coast’s glacier country.

Departure Dates

2023 Dates:

05-Sep-23, 26-Sep-23
03-Oct-23, 24-Oct-23
31-Oct-23, 21-Nov-23
28-Nov-23, 19-Dec-23

2024 Dates:

09-Jan-24, 16-Jan-24
06-Feb-24, 13-Feb-24
05-Mar-24, 12-Mar-24
09-Apr-24, 30-Apr-24
28-May-24

Your Vacation Includes

11 nights in premium accommodation

18 meals – 11 breakfasts, one lunch and six dinners

Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and experienced Driver

Premium air-conditioned coach travel

Special Farewell Dinner

Savour an authentic Maori Hangi Feast in Rotorua

Ride the iconic TranzAlpine Train across the Southern Alps

Cruise Milford Sound, a magnificent fiord with views of cascading waterfalls

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Itinerary

This vacation is operated by Travelmarvel, part of the award winning APT Travel Group, Australia’s largest locally-owned Travel company, with a commitment to service and innovation, and a focus on the safety and wellbeing of guests. Travelmarvel delivers premium journeys at exceptional value.

Designed
Exclusively
for APT guests

ENHANCE YOUR JOURNEY

Pursue your special interests and enhance your holiday with a range of optional experiences

INSIDER EXPERIENCES

Enjoy a range of included special or unique excursions and events

Auckland to Christchurch

DAY
1

Arrive Auckland

Your New Zealand journey begins in Auckland. Here, you will be met and transferred to your premium hotel.

Stay: Sudima Hotel Auckland

Meals: • Dinner

DAY
2

Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Discover the Waitomo Caves, where thousands of tiny glow worms illuminate the darkness.

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Enjoy a traditional Māori Hangi Feast at dinner.

Explore the fascinating Waitomo Caves, then continue to the geothermal capital of Rotorua. Visit Te Puia, enjoy a guided tour of the Māori Arts & Crafts Institute and see Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley before a special dinner feast.

Stay: Two Nights, Sudima Hotel Rotorua

Meals: • Breakfast • Dinner

DAY
3

Rotorua

Explore the Agrodome, with its sheep shearing demonstration, dog trials and animal nursery.

Meals: • Breakfast

DAY
4

Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington

Travel the Thermal Explorer Highway. Visit Lake Taupo and Huka Falls, then arrive in Wellington.

Stay: Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Meals: • Breakfast

DAY
5

Wellington, Christchurch

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Enjoy one of the world’s most scenic voyages on the Interislander ferry en route to Picton.

Today you cross Cook Strait on a spectacular ferry trip before continuing your journey onwards to Christchurch.

Stay: Christchurch, Quality Elms Hotel

Meals: • Breakfast • Dinner

DAY
6

Christchurch, TranzAlpine Train, Fox Glacier

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Embark on one of the world’s great rail journeys aboard the TranzAlpine train. Watch the South Island’s snow-capped mountains and rolling green hills glide past from the comfort of your seat.

Ride the iconic TranzAlpine train, then drive through the Southern Alps, home to the Franz Josef and Fox glaciers, as well as spectacular lakes and rainforests.

Stay: Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

Meals: • Breakfast • Dinner

DAY
7

Fox Glacier, Queenstown

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Enjoy a picturesque two-night stay with the dramatic backdrop of towering mountains overlooking Lake Wakatipu.

Travel across the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps through Haast Pass to the alpine resort of Queenstown on Lake Wakatipu.

Stay: Two Nights, Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview.

Meals: • Breakfast

DAY
8

Queenstown

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Ride the Skyline Gondola 450 metres above the city to the top of Bob’s Peak for a buffet lunch at the Stratosfare Restaurant.

Soar to the top of a Queenstown peak for lunch with a view as all of Queenstown spreads below you. The rest of the day is at leisure, so perhaps try a Select Experience.

Meals: • Breakfast • Lunch

DAY
9

Queenstown, Milford Sound, Te Anau

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Cruise Milford Sound, a magnificent fiord with views of cascading waterfalls, dense rainforest and sheer cliffs.

Follow The Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu to the tranquil beauty of the Fiordland National Park, where Milford Sound awaits. Afterwards, continue to lakeside Te Anau.

Stay: Kingsgate Hotel Te An

Meals: • Breakfast • Dinner

DAY
10

Te Anau, Dunedin

Today you will journey through rolling Southland countryside before arriving in the city of Dunedin. Known as the ‘Edinburgh of the South’, Dunedin was planned in Scotland and still maintains its grand Victorian heritage. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour.

Stay: Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Meals: • Breakfast

DAY
11

Dunedin, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Enjoy spectacular views of Aoraki/Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak.

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Tonight, dine on local produce at your hotel’s restaurant during a special Farewell Dinner.

See the Moeraki Boulders and visit Oamaru to see some of New Zealand’s finest 19th-century architecture. Later, journey into Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. You’ll then arrive this afternoon at your hotel, situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Tekapo and right in the heart of Mackenzie Country.

Stay: Lake Tekapo, Peppers Bluewater Resort

Meals: • Breakfast • Dinner

DAY
12

Lake Tekapo, Depart Christchurch

Visit the tiny Church of the Good Shepherd and take in unparalleled views of Lake Tekapo and the magnificent alpine surroundings. Afterwards, the time has come to bid farewell to your Tour Director and new-found friends as you are then transferred to the airport for your onward adventure.

Meals: • Breakfast

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