New Zealand Discoverer

Trip Type: Land Journey , Rail Journey
South Island | 12 D
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NZD 6,395.00 /Person

12 days, 18 meals. Take in the highlights of the North and South islands. Visit key cities...
New Zealand Discoverer

12 days, 18 meals. Take in the highlights of the North and South islands. Visit key cities and immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of New Zealand at places such as Rotorua, Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, Queenstown, Aoraki Mt Cook and the west coast’s glacier country.

Your New Zealand journey begins in Auckland. Here, you will be met and transferred to your premium hotel.

Accommodation
Sudima Hotel Auckland

Meals Included
  • Dinners

Location
Auckland , New Zealand

Explore the fascinating Waitomo Caves, then continue to the geothermal capital of Rotorua. Visit Te Puia, enjoy a guided tour of the Maori Arts & Crafts Institute and see Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley before a special dinner feast.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Sudima Hotel Rotorua

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Rotorua , New Zealand

Explore the Agrodome, with its sheep shearing demonstration, dog trials and animal nursery.

Meals Included
  • Breakfast

Location
Rotorua , New Zealand

Travel the Thermal Explorer Highway. Visit Lake Taupo and Huka Falls, then arrive in Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. This tightly-knit city is home to a stunning waterfront promenade, sandy beaches, and quaint colourful timber houses on the surrounding hills.

Accommodation
Travelodge Hotel Wellington

Meals Included
  • Breakfast

Location
Wellington , New Zealand

Today you cross Cook Strait on a spectacular ferry trip before continuing your journey onwards to Christchurch.

Accommodation
Christchurch, Quality Elms Hotel

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Christchurch , New Zealand

Ride the iconic TranzAlpine train, then drive through the Southern Alps, home to the Franz Josef/Ka Roimata o Hine Hukatere and Fox glaciers, as well as spectacular lakes and rainforests.

Accommodation
Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Fox Glacier , New Zealand

Travel across the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps through Haast Pass to the alpine resort of Queenstown on Lake Wakatipu.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Meals Included
  • Breakfast

Location
Queenstown, Nz , New Zealand

Soar to the top of a Queenstown peak and check out the view as all of Queenstown spreads below you. Following this, enjoy lunch at one of the FergFoods restaurants located throughout the city centre (Fergburger, Fergsbar, Mrs. Ferg & FergBaker). The rest of the day is at leisure, so perhaps try a select experience.

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Location
Queenstown, Nz , New Zealand

Follow The Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu to the tranquil beauty of the Fiordland National Park, where Milford Sound/Piopiotahi awaits. Afterwards, continue to lakeside Te Anau.

Accommodation
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Te Anau , New Zealand

Today you will journey through rolling Southland countryside before arriving in the city of Dunedin. Known as the ‘Edinburgh of the South’, Dunedin was planned in Scotland and still maintains its grand Victorian heritage. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour.

Accommodation
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Meals Included
  • Breakfast

Location
Dunedin , New Zealand

See the Moeraki Boulders and visit Oamaru to see some of New Zealand’s finest 19th-century architecture. Later, journey into Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. You’ll then arrive this afternoon at your hotel, situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Tekapo and right in the heart of Mackenzie Country.

Accommodation
Lake Tekapo, Peppers Bluewater Resort

Meals Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinners

Location
Lake Tekapo , New Zealand

Visit the tiny Church of the Good Shepherd and take in unparalleled views of Lake Tekapo and the magnificent alpine surroundings. Afterwards, the time has come to bid farewell to your Tour Director and new-found friends as you are then transferred to the airport for your onward adventure.

Meals Included
  • Breakfast

Location
Christchurch , New Zealand

  • 11 nights in premium accommodation
  • Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and experienced Driver
  • Premium air-conditioned coach travel
  • 18 meals - 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 6 dinners
  • Special Farewell Dinner
  • Savour an authentic Maori Hangi feast in Rotorua
  • Ride the iconic TranzAlpine Train across the Southern Alps
  • Cruise Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, a magnificent fiord with views of cascading waterfalls
  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Prices include all sightseeing, cruises, entrance fees as specified, and airport transfers on the first and last day
  • Itinerary effective - 10 September 2024 - 27 May 2025. Tours departing outside these dates follow a different itinerary – please enquire for details
  • Prices are for land only. Flights not included

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Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
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Per Adult : NZD 10,395.00
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Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
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Twin
Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
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Double
Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
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Twin
Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
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Single
Per Adult : NZD 10,395.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
Available
Single
Per Adult : NZD 10,395.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
Available
Single
Per Adult : NZD 10,395.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 6,595.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 6,395.00
Available
Single
Per Adult : NZD 9,995.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 6,395.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 6,395.00
Available
Single
Per Adult : NZD 9,995.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 6,395.00
Available

Twin
Per Adult : NZD 6,395.00
Available
Single
Per Adult : NZD 9,995.00
Available
Double
Per Adult : NZD 6,395.00
Available

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Destination Details
South Island | 12 D
Trip Location
Trip Starts:
Christchurch , New Zealand
Trip Finishes:
Christchurch , New Zealand
Countries Visited:
New Zealand
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