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Natural New Zealand

This 26 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Christchurch.

 Indulge in a tailor-made New Zealand adventure, starting in Auckland with a private coastline tour featuring Māori carvings. Discover the magic of Waitomo’s glowworms, then immerse in Rotorua’s culture with a scenic flight over Mount Tarawera, followed by a traditional Hangi feast. Cross to the South Island and enjoy scenic delights, from Kaikoura’s marine life to a gourmet meal at Larnach Castle. Experience the serenity of Patea - Doubtful Sound, a helihike on Franz Josef Glacier, and unwind in a private hot tub. This exclusive journey is a celebration of New Zealand’s breathtaking landscapes.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Boutique Lodges & Hotels.

This tour also features:

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

Included activity: Albatross Tour with Encounter Kaikōura

Included activity: 30 Minute Whale Watch Explorer with Wings over Whales Kaikoura

Included activity: Antarctic Guided Tour

Included activity: Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise with Black Cat

Included activity: The Panorama Room 3-course Dinner with The Hermitage Hotel

Included activity: Glacier Explorers

Included activity: Dinner at Camp Estate, Larnach Castle

Included activity: Penguin Tour with The Opera

Included activity: Dinner at Camp Estate, Larnach Castle

Included activity: Te Anau Glowworm Caves with RealNZ

Included activity: Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise, Aboard the Navigator with Real NZ

Included activity: Guided Scenic Walk with Aspiring Guides - Lunch Included

Included activity: Best of Both Worlds Tour with Bush and Beach

Included activity: Lake Cruise and Island Nature Walk with Eco Wanaka

Included activity: One Hour Private Tub with Waiho Hot Tubs

Included activity: Franz Josef Glacier Helihike with Franz Josef Glacier Guides

Included activity: Private Footwhistle Glowworm Cave Tour with CaveWorld

Included activity: Mount Tarawera & Orakei Korako Thermal Explorer by Floatplane with Volcanic Air

Included activity: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience at Te Puia

Included activity: Behind The Scenes Exclusive Tour with National Kiwi Hatchery

Included activity: Taste of Wellington Foodie Delights Private Tour with Kaewa Tours

Included activity: Interislander Ferry Wellington to Picton with Premium Plus Lounge

25 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 10 dinners, 1 special dinner

Itinerary summary for: Natural New Zealand

Day 1: Arrive into Auckland and enjoy the afternoon at your leisure
Accommodation: Horizon by SkyCity

Day 2: Explore Auckland city as well as bush and beaches
Accommodation: Horizon by SkyCity

Day 3: Venture South to Waitomo
Accommodation: Waitomo Boutique Lodge

Day 4: Explore Waitomo and visit the famous Glow Worm Caves
Accommodation: Waitomo Boutique Lodge

Day 5: Make your way to Rotorua and take a floatplane to Orakei Korako Hidden Valley thermal region
Accommodation: On the Point

Day 6: Visit the National Kiwi Hatchery this morning for an encounter with the national animal
Accommodation: On the Point

Day 7: It's a long drive to Wellington, enjoy an evening of relaxing or go explore the city
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 8: Experience the taste of New Zealand's capital city with a Private Foodie Tour
Accommodation: Bolton Hotel Wellington

Day 9: Take the Interislander ferry to Picton through the stunning Marlborough Sounds
Accommodation: 14th Lane Urban Hotel

Day 10: Arrive into Kaikoura and view the whales from the air before seeing the Albatross and other birdlife from the sea
Accommodation: Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Day 11: A short drive to Christchurch where you can visit the International Antarctic Centre
Accommodation: The George Hotel

Day 12: Travel over the Port Hills to Akaroa where you will board the Black Cat with hopes of seeing the worlds smallest dolphin
Accommodation: Beaufort House Akaroa

Day 13: Cross Mackenzie Country to Mt Cook National Park and explore the glaciers
Accommodation: Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki Wing Premium

Day 14: Travel along the Waitaki Hydro System to the East Coast as you make your way to Dunedin
Accommodation: Camp Estate at Larnach Castle

Day 15: Explore the Otago Peninsula and visit one of the world's rarest birds, the Yellow Eyed Penguin
Accommodation: Camp Estate at Larnach Castle

Day 16: Drive through Southland farmland scenery to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park
Accommodation: Fiordland Lodge

Day 17: Embark on an overnight adventure aboard the Fiordland Navigator. Explore the area and spend the night in pristine wilderness
Accommodation: Fiordland Navigator Overnight Boat in Doubtful Sound

Day 18: Your cruise returns to Manapouri at midday then head north to Wanaka
Accommodation: Edgewater Wanaka

Day 19: Explore Mount Aspiring National Park on a guided walk today
Accommodation: Edgewater Wanaka

Day 20: Cruise on beautiful Lake Wanaka before heading to Lake Moeraki Wilderness Lodge
Accommodation: Wilderness Lodge, Lake Moeraki

Day 21: A superb day enjoying the unique West Coast flora and fauna in and around the lodge
Accommodation: Wilderness Lodge, Lake Moeraki

Day 22: Lake Moeraki to Franz Josef and the West Coast Glaciers
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 23: Take a helicopter to see the glaciers and enjoy a guided walk before unwinding in a private hot tub
Accommodation: Westwood Lodge

Day 24: Continue north before heading into the Southern Alps and Arthurs Pass National Park
Accommodation: Wilderness Lodge, Arthurs Pass

Day 25: A full day to enjoy the magnificent Wilderness Lodge at Arthurs Pass
Accommodation: Wilderness Lodge, Arthurs Pass

Day 26: Today just a short drive to Christchurch where your journey concludes