Day 1. Arrival in Auckland
Upon arrival at the international airport in Auckland, you will be welcomed by a representative of the local office, which will provide all the vouchers and organize a ride to your chosen hotel (we suggest the Hilton, King Corner Room B).
Auckland City – the “city of sails” – has a reputation as one of the most friendly for residents and visitors in the world. It is beautifully situated next to the port of Waitemata, which in Maori means “sparkling water”. You are also nearby a marine reserve and gorgeous beaches. As the largest city of New Zealand, Auckland is an interesting cultural and ethnic mix manifested in the atmosphere of the city and the richness of the local cuisine.
We suggest visiting:
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Day 2. Auckland – Bay of Islands
Morning drive a car with a driver to the north, into the Bay of Islands (the journey takes approximately 4 hours).
The Bay of Islands is more than 140 islands that make up the beautiful mosaic on the clear waters of the Pacific Ocean. Here you can watch the lives of many species of animals and seabirds. You will be staying for three nights at The Cavalli Beach House Retreat Resort. The price includes dinner the first day, and breakfast the second and third.
Day 3 Bay of Islands
On this day, we offer the following attractions:
Day 4. Bay of Islands
The whole day is devoted to active recreation, you can use the above-mentioned proposal.
Day 5. Bay of Islands – Rotorua
After breakfast you will be transported to the airport in Kerikeri and national lines venturing into the town of Rotorua (cost of the ticket is not included in the tour price). After arriving in Rotorua you will be transported to the hotel: The Springs, where you will spend two nights in a standard room (with breakfast).
Rotorua – Maori cultural center, a city surrounded by misty lakes and geysers, is a place where you can observe powerful forces of nature referred to in the Maori language as“Manakitanga”. ‘
Day 6. Rotorua
The whole day is devoted to active recreation. We have prepared a lot of interesting proposals to spend time:
Day 7. Rotorua – Hawke’s Bay
Departure by car to Hawke’s Bay (the journey takes approximately 3 hours).
Hawke’s Bay farming region in New Zealand is famous for its viticulture. It has a climate similar to the Mediterranean or California, so that wine produced here from various strains are acclaimed throughout the world. Guests will stay at the hotel Greenhill the Lodge, in a standard room. Breakfast and dinner are provided.
Day 8. Hawke’s Bay
For the day’s activities. We offer the following attractions:
Day 9 Hawke’s Bay – Christchurch and Waipara Gorge
After breakfast you will be transported to the airport in Napier, from national airlines fly to Christchurch (cost of the ticket is not included in the tour price). Upon arrival in Christchurch you will be transported through the Waipara ravine, to Hotel Claremont Country Estate (the journey takes approximately 40 minutes), where you will spend two nights in a deluxe room. Dinner and breakfast will be provided.
Claremont is an extensive property (over 600 hectares), on which are bred sheep and fallow deer. The hotel is located in the beautiful Waipara ravine , ideal for hiking. The real treat is the limestone rock lookout known as the Bishop’s head, which can be seen only from Claremont.
Day 10. Waipara Gorge
Day to stay on the property Claremont. You can take a tour of walking trails located in the area of vineyards.
Waipara Gorge Day 11. – Mount Cook
After breakfast, drive to Mount Cook (the journey takes approximately 5 hours).
Mount Cook in Maori language known as Aoraki, is the highest peak in New Zealand. It is located in parts of the country considered to be one of the most beautiful, which is a national park. Glaciers occupy More than one third of the park.
Guests will be staying at The Heritage, in a standard room with breakfast and dinner.
Day 12. Mount Cook – Wanaka
We offer the following possibilities for your time:
In the afternoon trip to Lake Wanaka (the journey takes approximately 2 hours).
Wanaka – is the fourth largest lake in New Zealand, surrounded by the peaks of the Southern Alps. The area offers many opportunities for active recreation in a beautiful setting.
Accommodation is planned at the River Run Lodge, a standard room with breakfast.
Day 13. Wanaka – Queenstown
We suggest using the following attractions:
In the afternoon trip to Queenstown (the journey takes approximately 1 hour).
The town of Queenstown, called the Adventure Capital because it provides a wide selection of leisure activities, lies on Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by the mountains of the Southern Alps. In winter a mecca for skiers and snowboarders from New Zealand and Australia, adventurers come here in the summer for some of the most extreme experiences in the world. Bungee jumping was invented here!
Around Queenstown extend national parks, in which there are stunning fjords and glaciers, an abandoned mining town from the gold rush period and beautiful landscapes, on which were filmed the movies: “The Lord of the Rings”. You can take a helicopter flight over the fascinating surroundings, try rafting, golfing or exploring the beautiful vineyards producing wines with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes.
Accommodation for two nights in the Millbrook Resort Villa Suite with breakfast.
14. Day trip to Milford Sound
After breakfast scheduled flight to the most beautiful fjord – Milford Sound. An aerial view which can fully appreciate the unique beauty of New Zealand landscapes.
After landing – embarking on a special unit. From the deck, you will enjoy the sharp fjord walls, waterfalls in the background high at over 1,000 m. peaks. During the trip, lunch will be served.
Back to Queenstown approximately 2:00 pm.
Here are suggestions for the afternoon:
Day 15. Departure from Queenstown
After breakfast leave for the airport, before flying return the rental car.