Arrive at Auckland Airport. Private transfer to your hotel in Auckland. Check-in at the hotel and freshen up. Explore places like Sky Tower and Viaduct Harbour at your day free at leisure. Overnight stay in Auckland. 

Your full-day tour of Auckland starts with a pick-up from your central hotel, followed by a scenic drive through the city to the North Shore. As you cross the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge, enjoy stunning views across Waitemata Harbour before arriving at the lively seafront village of Devonport. Take a moment to stretch your legs and snap some photos as your guide highlights the Auckland skyline to the south. Next, you'll head to North Head, where you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the volcanic Rangitoto Island.

North Head Historic Reserve is rich in history and features an underground "mini city" with a labyrinth of tunnels, some of which we will explore. We'll take a flat walk around this volcano, offering simply spectacular 360-degree views of Auckland.  

Achilles Point Steeped in history with spectacular Harbour Views: Auckland Domain visit the 2 stunning Wintergardens, the 2 enormous glasshouses, and the Fernery where guests can see and touch our most famous fern, "the silver fern.

Soljans Estate Winery: New Zealand is famous for wine and we journey into the wine growing district of West Auckland and stop and do some wine tasting.

Riverhead: our lunch destination is at Riverhead. Steeped in history dating back to 1857 overlooking the uppermost finger of Auckland's Waitemata Harbour (lunch not included in tour).

Remuera: New Zealand's richest suburb as we explain how to tell the age of the old wooden villas and about their construction and other facets

Mount Eden: Ascend to the highest point in Auckland, standing at 196 meters, for breathtaking 360-degree views. This is one of the 56 extinct volcanoes in Auckland, featuring one of the largest volcanic craters in the city. +  

Wake up early for the breakfast. Check out from the hotel. Private transfer from Auckland to Rotorua. After reaching Rotorua check-in to your hotel, freshen up and leave for the Waitomo Caves tour along with Black water rafting in the afternoon. Overnight stay at Rotorua.  

Starting from Rotorua, your Hobbiton Movie Set Tour begins with a scenic drive to Matamata, accompanied by informative commentary and stories from your local driver guide about the region's history. On arrival, embark on a guided tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set, discovering how this picturesque farmland was transformed into a vibrant piece of Middle Earth. Your guide will take you to see the Hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, the Party Tree, the Mill, and other iconic structures from the movies. Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch at The Party Marquee before returning to Rotorua. 

Wake up early in the morning and have your breakfast at the hotel. Check out from the hotel. Private transfer from Rotorua hotel to Airport and Christchurch airport to hotel. Overnight stay at Christchurch. 

The TranzAlpine train is renowned as one of the world’s most scenic train journeys, and this tour offers you the chance to experience it firsthand. Enjoy the convenience of a day trip with all transport taken care of, including roundtrip transfers in a luxury minivan and a TranzAlpine train ticket. You'll see the breathtaking Canterbury Plains, the Southern Alps, and Lake Pearson, with an opportunity to walk in Arthur’s Pass National Park.  

Wake up early in the morning for breakfast at the Hotel. Check-out from your hotel in Christchurch for your transfer to Queenstown. Maximize your travel day between Christchurch and Queenstown with an action-packed tour through the Southern Alps. Instead of enduring a monotonous long-distance bus ride, embark on a guided tour that takes you through Mt. Cook, the Tasman Glacier, and the picturesque Mackenzie Country. Enjoy breathtaking views along the way with plenty of scenic stops. The tour concludes in Queenstown. Overnight stay in Queenstown.

Geraldine: After a relaxing journey from Christchurch, we're slowing things down for a stop in the beautiful little town of Geraldine.

Fairlie: Famous for its bakehouse, Fairlie is our gateway to the Mackenzie Country. It is now time to wake as breathtaking scenery is around every corner

Lake Tekapo: The bus will go silent as we round the corner for the first sighting of Lake Tekapo. This view won’t disappoint. Not long until we stop now.

The Church of the Good Shepherd: Our first stop is a beautiful little church with the best view in the world. It's the perfect opportunity for some Instagram-worthy shots to prove you're truly in New Zealand—after all, it’s the most photographed church in the country

Lake Pukaki: If you thought Lake Tekapo was the most beautiful lake you've ever seen, just wait. Lake Pukaki will take your breath away! Don't worry, we'll stop at various spots so you can fully appreciate its stunning beauty

Mt. Cook Village: Welcome to the stunning Mt. Cook! Now it's time to choose how you'd like to spend your day—whether it's walking the breathtaking Hooker Valley or Tasman Glacier track, or visiting the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center

Hooker Valley Track: This 3-hour walk is sure to impress. Enjoy the stunning views and listen to the glaciers cracking as you make your way to the glacier lake at Mt. Cook

Tasman Glacier: Tasman Glacier, the largest glacier in New Zealand, is one of several significant glaciers that flow south and east towards the Mackenzie Basin from the Southern Alps in New Zealand's South Island.

Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre: The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre is a museum & theatre tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary, showcasing transport, climbing & local history

High Country Salmon: As we leave Aoraki/Mt. Cook National Park and journey back to Queenstown, we'll visit High Country Salmon, a local salmon farm. Here, you can feed the fish and enjoy some of the freshest salmon in New Zealand.

Kawarau Suspension Bridge: As we approach Queenstown, we'll pass through the breathtaking Kawarau Gorge, featuring stunning views of the Kawarau Suspension Bridge and the renowned Roaring Meg Lookout.

Wake up early in the morning for the breakfast at hotel. Get ready for the wine sample tour. Savor the flavors of Gibbston Valley wines on a wine tour from Queenstown that includes multiple tastings. Sampling a variety of Gibbston Valley wines offers a comprehensive overview of local flavors, while round-trip transport from central Queenstown allows you to enjoy each tasting without the concern of driving afterward. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure free for shopping and exploring

Gibbston Valley Winery: Our day begins at the iconic Gibbston Valley Winery, one of the region's founding wineries. Here, we will join a guided tour of New Zealand's largest underground wine cave and enjoy tastings of their world-famous wines. 

Kinross Winery & Cellar Door: Our second stop is Kinross, an excellent venue to sample a variety of wines from multiple labels. In addition to their own wines, the cellar door host will introduce you to selections from smaller producers and share the fascinating stories behind them. After the wine tasting, you'll have extra time to enjoy lunch. Kinross offers a menu with a range of delicious options, including pizzas, platters, small bites, and mains. Lunch is ordered and paid for on the day, allowing you the flexibility to choose according to your taste and budget. 

Mt Rosa Wines: Mt Rosa is a boutique, owner-operated winery located just below the impressive Nevis Bluff. Their newly built cellar door, set amidst the vines, provides a sophisticated backdrop for a delightful tasting experience. The cellar door host will guide you through the various singlelabel wines they offer, with their mulled wine being a customer favorite

The Church Cellar Door and Cafe: Our tasting tour concludes at The Church Tasting Room, a picturesque venue set in a charming refurbished church on expansive grounds. This tasting room represents Mt Edward Wines, a family-run producer in Gibbston that cultivates small batches from single vineyard sites. Their wines include Pinot Noir, Gamay, Chardonnay, and Chenin. 

Wake up early in the morning for the breakfast at hotel. Get ready for the Milford Sound Coach and Cruise tour from Queenstown. Avoid the risks and distractions of driving to Milford Sound yourself by joining this group tour from Queenstown. This convenient and safe option includes a hotel pickup, followed by a dramatic journey through mountains, gorges, and the impressive Homer Tunnel, with scenic stops along the way. Once there, cruise Milford Sound in a catamaran, keeping an eye out for wildlife as you go.

Southland Region: Departing Queenstown and following the shores of Lake Wakatipu, the highway leads you along the rugged yet beautiful Devil's Staircase and past stunning mountain ranges into the southern rural heartland. Traveling through landscapes of deer, cattle, and sheep farms, you'll arrive in the picturesque town of Te Anau, the Gateway to Fiordland, for a refreshment break

Fiordland National Park: Embark on a breathtaking tour through Fiordland National Park to Milford Sound, where the journey is as spectacular as the destination! Our experienced driver guides will share insightful and anecdotal stories, revealing the secrets of this stunning region. Enjoy numerous stops along the way for incredible photo opportunities and short nature walks through the heart of Fiordland at iconic spots like Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Knobs Flat, and Monkey Creek.

Milford Sound: Step aboard a spacious catamaran for a scenic cruise through the stunning Milford Sound. As the boat navigates close to the fiord's towering mountains, sheer cliffs, and hanging valleys, you'll get an up-close view throughout the two-hour journey. Feel the mist from waterfalls cascading from ancient rainforests high in the mountains, and keep an eye out for New Zealand fur seal colonies and occasionally dolphins swimming nearby. As you pass the majestic Mitre Peak and navigate the length of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea, the breathtaking scenery will transport you to a time of magical wilderness. Relax in the comfortable seating, enjoy a local beer or wine from the bar, soak up the views from the sun deck, or join the friendly crew on the bow as the boat gets close to Stirling Falls for a refreshing finale

Wake up early in the morning for breakfast at the Hotel. Check-out from your hotel in Queenstown for your private transfer to Queenstown International Airport for your departure flight.