13 days tour

Independent Naturally New Zealand

$ 4,359 .00 USD

Total price per person

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Independent Naturally New Zealand

This tour includes:

Meals

Breakfast daily; 2 lunches

Others

During the Christmas and New Yearโ€™s holiday season, certain activities may not be available. A different activity may be substituted or a refund offered if your included activity is not available. Sightseeing as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary

Guide

Local Host in Auckland, Christchurch & Queenstown

Transport

Transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and transfers to/from all intra-vacation flights (intra-vacation flights not included)

Hygieneprotocol

The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19, after 1 March, 2023 , we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators โ€“ like airlines โ€“ have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe. The Globus family of brands previous policy โ€“ requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 โ€“ remains in effect until 1 March, 2023 . Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated. ------------------------------------------------------------------- The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021: - Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination. - For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel: 1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. 2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. A SAFE & WARM WELCOME: We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements. BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE: We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technologyโ€”including our Go Beyond Devices in Europeโ€”enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions. FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH: To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests. TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS: Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the โ€œtouch pointsโ€ of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels. COMMITMENT TO CLEAN: As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures. PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH: The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operationโ€”from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.

Accommodation

Hand picked hotels

Not included:

Flights

Flights are not included

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Independent Naturally New Zealand

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Auckland, New Zealand
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Auckland, New Zealand


      โ€ข Welcome to New Zealand! The rest of the day is at your leisure.

      Todayโ€™s I-Time Tips
      Why not browse the shops and galleries before relaxing in one of Aucklandโ€™s many superb restaurants on the water? Sip a glass of local wine or try a craft beer. The choices are endless!


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

      Day 2: Auckland


      โ€ข Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour. See bustling Queen Street, the cityโ€™s oldest park, Auckland Domain, and historic Parnell Village. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

      (B)

      Todayโ€™s I-Time Tips
      You may choose to travel to the top of Sky Tower for 360-degree views of the city or take the ferry to nearby Waiheke Island for sandy beaches, beautiful scenery, and fabulous local wines. Your Local Host is available to make recommendations and point you in the right direction.


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  • Day 3 Day 3: Aucklandโ€“Hobbitonโ€“Rotorua
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Aucklandโ€“Hobbitonโ€“Rotorua

      โ€ข Travel via motorcoach south to visit the Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films.
      โ€ข Continue on to Rotorua.

      (B,L)

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  • Day 4 Day 4: Rotorua
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Rotorua


      โ€ข Guided sightseeing includes a visit to The National Kiwi Hatchery, Agrodome, where youโ€™ll learn about New Zealandโ€™s sheep industry and to Te Puia, where youโ€™ll explore this geothermal wonderland. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or join in an optional excursion.

      (B)

      Todayโ€™s I-Time Tips
      Choose to join an optional Mฤori (indigenous Polynesian people) cultural performance and Hangi dinner (roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones). Other options include a relaxing soak in one of the therapeutic pools at the Polynesian Spa, a magical treetop walk through the Redwoods, or a helicopter tour to see this scenic region by air.


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  • Day 5 Day 5: Rotoruaโ€“Wellington
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Rotoruaโ€“Wellington


      โ€ข Fly to Wellington, capital of New Zealand. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to start exploring this vibrant city. An All Day tram pass is included.

      (B)

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

      Day 6: Wellington


      โ€ข Guided morning sightseeing tour takes you to see the famous Beehive and Parliament buildings as well as scenic views from the top of Mount Victoria. Take in the beauty of the Wellington Botanical Gardens, then drive around the rugged Wellington coastline, discovering hidden bays and some of Wellingtonโ€™s most popular beaches. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

      (B)

      Todayโ€™s I-Time Tips
      During your free time, you may want to visit Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand, where interactive displays tell the story of the countryโ€™s great heritage and natural wonders. Other choices include a ride on Wellingtonโ€™s historic cable car, finding a favorite restaurant on Cuba Street, going behind-the-scenes at Weta Workshop to see how some of the worldโ€™s biggest films were made, or exploring one of Wellingtonโ€™s many outstanding hiking trails.


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  • Day 7 Day 7: Wellingtonโ€“Christchurch
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Wellingtonโ€“Christchurch


      โ€ข Today, fly to Christchurch on New Zealandโ€™s South Island. Included in your stay is a tram pass that takes you around to the โ€œmust seeโ€ attractions. You are free to get on and off as you wish, and commentary is given by your tram driver. Please note that the pass is good for one calendar day.

      (B)

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  • Day 8 Day 8: Christchurch. Excursion To Akaroa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Christchurch. Excursion To Akaroa


      โ€ข Travel to Akaroa, a former French and British settlement where you will have some time to explore the charming village with its colonial architecture, galleries, and cafรฉs.
      โ€ข Afterward, take a nature cruise on Akaroa Harbour for a chance to see some of the native wildlife, including New Zealand fur seals, the white-flippered blue penguin, and the Hectorโ€™s dolphin, one of the smallest and rarest in the world. Return to Christchurch in the late afternoon.

      This evening is at leisure.

      (B)

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  • Day 9 Day 9: Christchurchโ€“Queenstown
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Christchurchโ€“Queenstown

      โ€ข Fly to Queenstown, the โ€œAdventure Capital of the World.โ€ The remainder of day is at leisure. Your Local Host will have suggestions for shopping, dining, and sightseeing. Why not take a stroll by the lake and enjoy the sunset this evening?

      (B)


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  • Day 10 Day 10: Queenstown. Excursion To Milford Sound
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Queenstown. Excursion To Milford Sound


      โ€ข Enjoy a full-day excursion to Milford Sound. First, travel by motorcoach along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park. View the Mirror Lakes as you pass through Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel, emerge into Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound cruise for an unforgettable experience. Be on the lookout for wildlife such as dolphins and penguins and enjoy the breathtaking waterfalls and scenery. Return to Queenstown late this evening.

      (B,L)

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  • Day 11 Day 11: Queenstown
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Queenstown


      โ€ข Today is yours to explore as much or as little as you wish. Options include a scenic bike riding excursion, an exciting helicopter flight over the Remarkables Mountains, tee up for a round of golf, sip some local wines or just relax with a spa treatment.

      (B)

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  • Day 12 Day 12: Queenstown
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Queenstown


      โ€ข Enjoy a full day at leisure in one of New Zealandโ€™s prettiest towns.

      (B)

      Todayโ€™s I-Time Tips
      Perhaps choose a thrilling jet boat ride on the Dart River, visit a local winery to sample some of the regionโ€™s best, take a historic steamship across beautiful Lake Wakatipu, shop for souvenirs, or visit some of the sights used to film The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Your Local Host will be available to make shopping and dining recommendations.


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  • Day 13 Day 13: Queenstown
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Queenstown


      โ€ข Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

      (B)

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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: 5 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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