10 days tour

10-Day North & South Tour

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10-Day North & South Tour

This tour includes:

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Waitomo Glowworm Caves Lake Aniwhenua Cultural Experience Huka Falls Lunch at Mission Estate Winery Marlborough Cellar Door lunch

Meals

9 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Guide

Fully Guided by an experienced tour guide

Accommodation

9 nightsโ€™ accommodation in 3-4 star hotels

Hygieneprotocol

All Accommodation  All Breakfasts 

Transport

Private Luxury Coach

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Itinerary of your trip 10-Day North & South Tour

  • Day 1 Arrival Day To Auckland
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival Day To Auckland

      Haere Mai and Welcome to Aotearoa/New Zealand. The first stop on your adventure is Tฤmaki Makaurau/Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand. Often referred to as the โ€˜City of Sailsโ€™ by locals, Auckland is home to 2 harbours and over 44 volcanoes!


      On arrival in the city, make your way to the Nesuto Stadium Hotel where you can check in and drop your bags. At the hotel reception, youโ€™ll receive a welcome letter with some tour information, and this evening youโ€™ll meet your group and welcome host at 6:15pm and head for a delicious welcome dinner at 6:30pm.


       Arrival: Anytime

       Accommodation: Nesuto Hotel @ 40 Beach Road, Auckland City (or similar)

       Meals Included: Dinner


  • Day 2 Auckland To Rotorua
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Auckland To Rotorua

      This morning weโ€™ll be leaving Tฤmaki Makaurau (Auckland) and making our way to Waitomo, famous for its enchanting glowworm caves. Weโ€™ll be visiting the brightest glowworm cave in Waitomo, which was even visited by Sir David Attenborough! Youโ€™ll take a spectacular boat ride through a cave lit entirely by glowworms and experience the magical sight of hundreds of glowworms shining just for you. Weโ€™ll follow this with a walking tour of another amazing limestone cave shaped over millions of years.


      Afterward, weโ€™ll continue down to Rotorua, the geothermal wonderland of New Zealand. This evening weโ€™ll enjoy a delicious dinner together and then settle in for a luxurious nightโ€™s sleep in Rotorua.


       Visit: Waitomo, Rotorua

       Activity: Waitomo Glowworm Caves

       Accommodation: Distinction Rotorua (or similar)

       Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Day 3 Free Day In Rotorua
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Free Day In Rotorua

      This morning weโ€™ll skirt around the edge of Lake Rotorua to a lookout point where weโ€™ll have a view of the infamous Mount Tarawera, once the home of the renowned pink and white terraces before a violent eruption destroyed them. Weโ€™ll end with a visit to the Buried Village, New Zealandโ€™s most visited Archaeological Site, where weโ€™ll learn about the famous 1886 eruption and visit the site of the now-buried Te Wairoa village.


      This afternoon weโ€™ll go for a walk in the Whakarewarewa forest where weโ€™ll see towering Redwoods, magnificent Douglas firs, and New Zealandโ€™s native Silver fern and then you have some free time to explore Rotorua on your own. If youโ€™d like to see some geothermal activity for free, we recommend taking a walk around Kuirau Park to see boiling mud pools and steaming lakes. Go for a walk to the lakeโ€™s edge and through the government gardens, spend some time relaxing at the Polynesian Spa, or take the Gondola up to see the amazing Rotorua Skyline.


       Visit: Rotorua

       Activity: Visit the Buried Village and take the Waitawa Walk in Whakarewarewa Forest

       Accommodation: Distinction Rotorua (or similar)

       Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 4 Rotorua To Lake Aniwhenua To Taupo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Rotorua To Lake Aniwhenua To Taupo

      This morning weโ€™ll travel to the shores of Lake Aniwhenua in Murupara, where youโ€™ll get to experience a slice of the real New Zealand. Owned by a passionate local Maori family who have dedicated their lives to making a difference in their local community, Kohutapu Lodge is situated on the lake, and has been helping to transform the local town of Murupara through community-driven initiatives for years.


      Your experience will begin with a guided tour of the sacred Maori rock carvings and then youโ€™ll travel to the Lodge to witness the preparation of a traditional ground cooked hangi. Once the food is ready, youโ€™ll dine at the lodge on arguably the best meal youโ€™ll have in New Zealand! After lunch, weโ€™ll depart for Taupo where youโ€™ll get to see the fiercely blue Huka Falls and explore the charming lakeside town.


       Visit: Murupara, Whirinaki, Taupo

       Activity: Kohutapu Lodge Tribal Tour

       Accommodation: Anchorage Taupo or similar

       Meals Included: Breakfast, Hangi Lunch + Dessert

  • Day 5 Taupo To Napier
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Taupo To Napier

      After breakfast this morning weโ€™ll head to the stunning Hawkeโ€™s Bay region. Napier boasts some of the best wineries in New Zealand/Aotearoa and a visit here would not be complete without a trip to Mission Estate Winery. After a wine tasting, youโ€™ll sit down for lunch to enjoy an afternoon of delicious food and exceptional wines, while soaking up sunshine and the ambience of this stunning estate.


      Later, itโ€™s an easy drive into the beautiful coastal town of Napier, known for its perfectly preserved Art Deco facades. Go for a stroll along the tree-lined promenade this evening and sample some fresh seafood at one of the many restaurants overlooking the beach.


       Visit: Mission Estate Winery

       Accommodation: Scenic Hotel Te Pania (or similar)

       Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 6 Napier To Wellington
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Napier To Wellington

      This morning weโ€™ll depart Napier and journey down to Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand and the home of the best cup of coffee in the country!


      On the way down, weโ€™ll make a stop in Greytown, Wairarapaโ€™s oldest town, for a spot of lunch. A picturesque village with restored Victorian buildings, Greytown is a charming place to stop, refuel and browse the boutiques before we continue down to Wellington.


      With a population of fewer than 220,000 people, no city in NZ combines a relaxed atmosphere and a cultured, bohemian spirit better than Wellington. The afternoon is free for you to spend exploring the city - we highly recommend a visit to our national museum Te Papa which offers free entrance and boasts some incredible exhibits.


       Visit: Wairarapa, Wellington

       Accommodation: Naumi Hotel (or similar)

       Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 7 Wellington To Nelson
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Wellington To Nelson

      After breakfast this morning, weโ€™ll take the Ferry across Cook Strait to the South Island. If the weather is fine, make your way up to the deck to see the spectacular Marlborough Sounds and try to spot some local wildlife. On arrival in Picton, weโ€™ll make our way to Blenheim where weโ€™ll enjoy lunch at a vineyard among the vines in one of New Zealandโ€™s best Sauvignon Blanc producers. After lunch weโ€™ll head to Nelson where weโ€™ll have plenty of time to relax, explore the area and taste some of Nelsonโ€™s fine local food and beverages.


      Visit: Picton, Blenheim, Nelson

      Stay: Rutherford Nelson

      Activity: Marlborough Cellar Door lunch

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 8 Free Day In Nelson
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Free Day In Nelson

      Today is a free day in the sunshine capital of New Zealand, Nelson is a small city thatโ€™s full of arts & crafts and on the edge of NZโ€™s premier hop growing region.


      Take a wine or beer tour, you can even do this by bike if you prefer some exercise or just use the day to take a stroll around the area. For those wanting to visit Abel Tasman National Park, you can take a day tour from Nelson to visit the golden sands and idyllic days.


      For those wanting a good walk the track to the centre of New Zealand is a must, at the top youโ€™ll also find lovely views of the region too!


       Visit: Nelson

       Optional Activities: Abel Tasman Cruise, Wine Tour, Craft Beer Tour, Queens Gardens, Centre of NZ walk

       Accommodation: Rutherford Nelson (or similar)

       Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 9 Nelson To Christchurch
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Nelson To Christchurch

      This morning weโ€™ll take a leisurely drive down the coast, soaking up the gorgeous scenery as we go, expect to see some marine life too! From Kaikouraโ€™s rugged coastline and beautiful mountains to the rolling farmland of Canterbury, the views are wonderful today. Weโ€™ll arrive late afternoon in Christchurch and this evening, weโ€™ll enjoy a group dinner at our hotel.


      Visit: Kaikoura, Canterbury, Christchurch

      Stay: Distinction Christchurch or similar

      Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Day 10 Depart Christchurch
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Depart Christchurch

      Today is the final day of the tour, our trip has come to an end. Enjoy breakfast before saying a fond farewell to your tour leader and all your travel companions.


      Whether youโ€™re travelling home today or staying in Christchurch for longer, we hope you leave this tour with some happy memories and friends for life.


       Meals Included: Breakfast

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 95

Age range allowed for this experience.

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