New Zealand is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses - that of the North Island, or Te Ika-a-Maui, and the South Island, or Te Waipounamu - and numerous smaller islands.

Day 01: Arrive Auckland

On arrival in Auckland, The City of Sails, seat in coach passengers will be met by our local representative and privately transferred to your hotel. Self drive passengers will collect your rental car at the airport and drive to your hotel.

Day 02: Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua

Travel south through the Waikato region to arrive at Waitomo for a guided tour of the glowworm caves. Continue to Rotorua this afternoon. (Breakfast)

Day 03: Rotorua

Visit TePuia Thermal Reserve, the Agrodome for a sheep and farm show and Rainbow Springs to view trout and wildlife. This afternoon is at leisure. (Breakfast).

Day 04: Rotorua - Queenstown

Depart on your domestic flight from Rotorua to Queenstown (airfare is NOT included). (Breakfast)

Day 05: Milford Sound

Travel through Lumsden and TeAnau to the Fiordland National Park. Enter the Eglinton Valley and travel through the man made Homer Tunnel to arrive in Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on the fiord before returning to Queenstown. (Breakfast)

Day 06:Queenstown

A free day to explore the endless optional attractions available. Queenstown offers bungy jumping, jetboating, white water rafting, gondola rides and much more. Optional activities not included in the tour price. (Breakfast)

Day 07:Queenstown - Glacier Region

Journey past Lakes Wanaka and Hawea before turning into the Haast Past and the World Heritage Westland National Park. Continue north to arrive in Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. (Breakfast).

Day 08:Glacier Region - Greymouth - Christ Church

Travel north to Greymouth and board the world famous TranzAlpine train (seat in coach passengers only). Ascend through lush beech forests past the alpine village of Arthurs Pass before crossing the spectacular Southern Alps. Travel over the fertile Canterbury Plains to arrive in the garden city of Christchurch. (Breakfast)

Day 09: Christ Church

Your arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer or the return of your rental car. (Breakfast).