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Huka Falls
New Zealand Marvel
14 DAYS
CHRISTCHURCH
AUCKLAND LCCA LAAC
Christchurch Franz Josef Glacier Queenstown Fiordland National Park Te Anau
Dunedin Omarama Picton Wellington Huka Falls Rotorua Auckland
This classic New Zealand itinerary spans both North and South Islands, leading you through majestic
panoramas from the glaciers of the West Coast to the sensational alpine landscapes of Lake Tekapo and
Mt. Cook National Park, and the extraordinary geothermal fields of Rotorua. Glimpses of traditional Māori
history and culture deepen your experience as you explore the marvellous land of The Long White Cloud.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Journey over the Southern Alps
on the TranzAlpine Train
• Visit a green stone (jade) factory
• See awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier
• Travel through the magnificent
rainforest of Haast Pass
• Visit the old gold mining village of Arrowtown
• Let loose in the adventure capital Queenstown
• Sail across Lake Wakatipu to Walter
Peak for a unique Highlight Dinner
• Travel past ancient glaciers, spectacular
mountains & magical rainforest
en route to Milford Sound
• Cruise on mystical Milford Sound
• View the Church of the Good Shepherd
on the shores of Lake Tekapo
• Cruise tranquil Queen Charlotte Sound
• Cruise through Waitomo’s
famous Glowworm Grotto
• Discover the arts & traditions of
New Zealand’s Māori culture
• Feast on a Māori Hangi at a unique dinner
experience with the Tamaki family
Day 1 Welcome to Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch there’s time
for relaxing or exploring. Perhaps you
might take a leisurely stroll along the
banks of the picturesque Avon River.
This evening your vacation begins with
a Welcome Reception and dinner with
your Travel Director and fellow travelers.
Hotel: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch. D
Day 2 Christchurch – Franz Josef
Board the iconic TranzAlpine train for
one the world’s great rail journeys.
Pass through the lush pastureland of
the Canterbury Plains to the rugged
gorges and ice-fed streams and lakes
of the Southern Alps. Alight at Arthur’s
Pass and continue to Hokitika, home
of New Zealand’s famous greenstone.
Continue to Franz Josef Glacier (an
optional scenic flight is available).
Hotel: Scenic Franz Josef Glacier,
Graham Wing, Franz Josef. B D
Day 3 Franz Josef – Queenstown
Drive over the spectacular Haast Pass,
passing the 96-meter Thunder Creek
Falls, and serene Lakes Wanaka, Hawea
and Dunstan. Stop at the town of
Cromwell and enjoy delicious stone fruit.
Next, you’ll visit the historic goldmining
settlement of Arrowtown, where over
seventy buildings from the gold-rush
era are still beautifully preserved. You’ll
arrive in Queenstown in time for an
orientation tour of the town, which
sits on the shore of crystal-clear Lake
Wakatipu. Hotel: Copthorne Hotel and
Resort, Queenstown, 2 nights. B
Day 4 Queenstown Free Time
Explore New Zealand’s adventure
capital today. There are jet-boat rides
for thrill-seekers, and wine tours or
intimate cafés for those who enjoy a
more leisurely pace. Enjoy a peaceful
cruise this evening across Lake Wakatipu
aboard the TSS Earnslaw to Walter
Peak High Country Farm for a gourmet
barbecue Highlight Dinner and an
entertaining after-dinner show offering
glimpses of high-country farm life. B HD
Day 5 Queenstown – Te Anau
Travel the highway known as the Devil’s
Staircase and along the shores of Lake
Wakatipu to the town of Te Anau. On
your journey to Milford Sound you’ll
be awestruck by the native rainforests
and rugged mountains of Fiordland
National Park. Your cruise on the Sound
takes in cascading waterfalls, hanging
glacial valleys, and towering Mitre Peak.
Return to lakeside Te Anau, where this
evening consider an optional experience
visiting the Te Anau Glowworm Caves.
Hotel: Luxmore Hotel, Te Anau. B D
Day 6 Te Anau – Dunedin
Journey through lush green sheep-
grazing country on your way to
Dunedin this morning. The afternoon
is yours to enjoy as you please. Sit