Discover New Zealand - SIC

Arrive in Auckland

Arrive at Auckland Airport, collect your rental vehicle, and drive to your accommodation. Auckland is New Zealand's largest city, nestled between two harbors with beautiful sandy shores on the east and rugged black-sand surf beaches on the west. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the sparkling blue waters and emerald islands during your stay. Overnight in Auckland.

Overnight stay in Auckland.

Auckland

Experience the best of Auckland sightseeing on a small group shared tour enjoying the highlights of Auckland City in the morning combined with an afternoon visiting Auckland’s wild, west coast with black sand beaches and lush rainforest.

Overnight stay in Auckland.

Auckland - Hobbiton - Rotorua

Today’s coach tour takes you through the rolling green hills to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set, one of New Zealand’s ‘must-see’ destinations. See where the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies were filmed as your tour guide shares behind-the-scenes tales. You’ll see sights like Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and The Green Dragon Inn, and learn how farmland was transformed into a living, breathing piece of Middle-earth.  After exploring Hobbiton, tuck into a delicious lunch before continuing to Rotorua. 

Overnight stay in Rotorua.

Includes Breakfast

Rotorua

Rotorua is surrounded by a captivating geothermal landscape featuring steam vents, geysers, bubbling mud pools, freshwater lakes, and native forests steeped in Maori myths and legends. Late afternoon you'll visit one of the local geothermal attractions for a guided tour through the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, the Kiwi Conservation Centre and the geothermal valley.  Then enjoy a Hangi Dinner overlooking the valley and geyser, followed by a 40 minute cultural performance. The evening culminates with hot chocolate and pudding on the geyser terrace.

Overnight stay in Rotorua.

Includes Breakfast

Rotorua - Napier

There's a bit of everything on today’s drive past Great Lake Taupo to Napier. Your scenic journey includes volcanic geography, fresh forest plantations, rugged hills, beautiful valleys, gentle plains and huge vistas. Following an earthquake in 1931, a rebuild saw Napier completely redesigned in the style of the times. Buildings were constructed in the Art Deco style with Maori motifs to give the city a unique New Zealand character. Today, the delightful seaside city of Napier has the extra-ordinary feeling of a time capsule with its seamless line of some of the world's finest 1930's architecture. Enjoy a guided tour of Napier's unique history and architecture. 

Overnight stay in Napier.

Includes Breakfast

Napier - Wellington

Relive the glamour and style of the jazz era on a luxurious vintage car tour this morning before enjoying the ever-changing scenery on the journey south to New Zealand’s capital city.

Overnight stay in Wellington. 

.Includes Breakfast

Wellington

Set between a sparkling harbour and rolling green hills the compact city of Wellington is best explored on foot. Make your way around the city to experience a charming cable car ride to enjoy stunning views of the city and harbor, and visit Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum. Te Papa is free admission but you might like to include a guided tour for a greater insight into New Zealand's rich history and culture. 

Overnight stay in Wellington. 

.Includes Breakfast

Wellington - Picton - Kaikoura

New Zealand's North and South Islands are separated by three hours of sensational scenery and ocean fresh air. Transfer to Wellington Ferry Terminal where your ship will ferry you across the Cook Strait, past the beautiful beaches, bays, and coves of the Marlborough Sound to the historic port town of Picton. Take the short walk to the bus deport for your transfer to Kaikoura.

Overnight stay in Kaikoura. 

.Includes Breakfast

Kaikoura - Christchurch

The seaside settlement of Kaikoura is set midway and overlooked by majestic mountains. The unique marine geography at this location provides the perfect environment for Sperm Whales and other marine life. This morning’s tour heads to the tip of the Kaikoura peninsula for some amazing sea views, interesting rock formations, and the odd seal basking in the sunshine. This afternoon you’ll be transferred to Christchurch. Set between the deep blue Pacific Ocean and the mighty snow-capped Southern Alps, this is a vibrant, ever-changing city with inner city parks and gardens delightfully interwoven by the meandering Avon River.

Overnight stay in Christchurch.

Includes Breakfast

Christchurch - Mt Cook - Queenstown

Travel through the wide Canterbury plains farmland and impressive alpine passes to the famous blue lakes of Lake Tekapo, stopping at the very popular Church of the Good Shepherd. Hug the shores of pretty Lake Pukaki, up to the rugged landscape of ice and rock that surrounds New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki Mt Cook. Enjoy some free time here before continuing through more expansive and dramatic scenery on the journey to Queenstown.

Overnight stay in Queenstown.

.Includes Breakfast

Queenstown

Magnificent vistas and majestic mountains dominate this compact alpine resort town and with such an expansive natural physical environment it is not surprising that Queenstown has been described as the Adventure Capital of the World. Today is a free day to add some of the endless optional activities Queenstown has to offer. 

Overnight stay in Queenstown.

.Includes Breakfast

Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown

Fiordland is one of the world’s last great wildernesses. Today's stunning tour takes you past mirror lakes and waterfalls into Milford Sound, carved by ice age glaciers and famously described as the eighth wonder of the world. On arrival, board your vessel for a cruise of the fiord surrounded by towering mountains and cliffs that plunge into the sea. Feel the refreshing spray of a waterfall as you cruise close to sheer rock faces before returning to shore. After a big day out, reflect on memories of a lifetime on your coach's return to downtown Queenstown.

Overnight stay in Queenstown.

.Includes Breakfast

Queenstown - Dunedin

Depart Queenstown through wineries and orchards on your private transfer to Dunedin. Follow the footsteps of early Maori and European settlements based on gold and whaling. Set amidst a magical landscape edged by the sea, Dunedin and its surround are a vibrant mix of heritage and wildlife.

Overnight stay in Dunedin.

Includes Breakfast

Dunedin - The Catlins - Dunedin

Today’s private tour visits The Catlins, an unspoiled corner of the world - a place where time has stood still. The remarkable Catlins is rugged and remote with hidden waterfalls, and ancient forests, and home to some of the world’s rarest marine anima

Overnight stay in Dunedin.

Includes Breakfast

Dunedin - Christchurch

The attractive harbor town of Oamaru displays some captivating limestone architecture on the journey north.  Wide, braided river crossings then become a feature on the rest of the trip with the Southern Alps providing a majestic scenic backdrop on your return to Christchurch.  

Overnight stay in Christchurch.

Includes Breakfast

Departure

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, check out, and transfer to the airport for your flight back to India.

Includes Breakfast