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Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie District, Canterbury Region, South Island, New Zealand
Land Tour

New Zealand Highlighter

2024 - 2025

Land Tour

New Zealand Highlighter

New Zealand Highlighter

Discover the very best of New Zealand over 14 days. Visit Auckland, the Waitomo Caves, Rotorua and Wellington in the North Island. In the south, ride the TranzAlpine train, see idyllic surrounds at Franz Josef, cruise the full length of Milford Sound and visit Queenstown, Dunedin, Aoraki Mount Cook and Christchurch.

14 days Tour

Itinerary

14 days / 13 night Land Tour

Day 1

Arrive Auckland

Freedom of Choice

Day 2

Auckland, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Rotorua

Signature Experience

Day 3

Rotorua

Freedom of Choice

Day 4

Rotorua, Taupō, Wellington

Day 5

Wellington

Day 6

Wellington, Christchurch

Signature Experience

Day 7

Christchurch, TranzAlpine Train, Franz Josef/Waiau

Signature Experience

Day 8

Franz Josef/Waiau, Queenstown

Freedom of Choice

Day 9

Queenstown

Freedom of Choice

Day 10

Queenstown, Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, Te Anau

Signature Experience

Day 11

Te Anau, Dunedin

Freedom of Choice

Day 12

Dunedin, Aoraki/Mount Cook

Signature Experience

Day 13

Aoraki/Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo, Christchurch

Day 14

Depart Christchurch

Coach/Vehicle
Cruise/Ferry

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

All-inspiring sightseeing experiences in 14 destinations
Freedom of Choice inclusions in five locations

Inclusions - Freedom of Choice inclusions in five locations

Locally inspired dining – a total of 23 meals
13 nights in hand-picked accommodation
Services of an APT Tour Director and driver, plus expert local guides
Return airport transfers and porterage

Tour Highlights

These exclusive or unique events are designed to deepen your experience, taking you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following experiences are just a taste of what we have prepared especially for you.

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Te Pā Tū

Enjoy a feast of Māori delicacies and performance of Haka, song and storytelling at Te Pā Tū (Māori Village). Over a magical evening, you will be welcomed with a Haka pōwhiri (cultural welcome) and then be treated to further captivating performances while enjoying seasonal canapés, chef selected aperitifs and a seasonal three-course dinner.

Interislander Ferry

Take the iconic Interislander ferry from Wellington on the North Island to Picton on the South Island. Travel through the serene waters of Wellington Harbour and across Cook Strait, then journey through the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds.

TranzAlpine Train

Experience the romance of rail travel aboard the TranzAlpine train on one of the world’s most scenic rail routes. Admire ever-changing landscapes and spectacular gorges as you journey through the famous Southern Alps and along the Waimakariri River.

Franz Josef/Waiau

Drive through Westland Tai Poutini National Park and see the dramatic surrounds of the Franz Josef Glacier/Kā Roimata o Hine Hukatere. Tonight, you will stay at the luxurious Te Waonui Forest Retreat. Relax and unwind amid the lush rainforest and breathtaking scenery, before enjoying a four-course degustation fine dining experience.

Milford Sound/Piopiotahi Cruise

A cruise through Milford Sound/Piopiotahi draws you into a magical world of snow-dusted mountains, breathtaking scenery and engaging wildlife. Edge close to tumbling waterfalls and colonies of seals and penguins, all beneath the ramparts of mighty peaks that rise sheer from the water as they stretch to the vast sky above.

Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your cruise. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Day 1: Flights to arrive by 9.00am to join Freedom of Choice Sightseeing. Flights arriving after this may forfeit some Freedom of Choice options due to operating times.

  • Prices are for land/ferry and rail only. Flights not included unless specified

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