New Zealand Uncovered
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- CITY TOUR in Auckland, Blenheim and Wellington
- VISIT a kiwifruit orchard in Te Puke, a geothermal valley in Rotorua and the Museum of New Zealand
- VIEW the Southern Alps from the TranzAlpine train
- CRUISE the Cook Strait, on Lake Wakatipu and Milford Sound
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Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand's City of Sails. Transfer by private car to your hotel (flight to arrive prior to 4pm), where you'll meet your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and dinner later.
Connect with your beautiful surrounds this morning, embarking on a sightseeing tour of Auckland from the heart of the city, Auckland Waterfront. Continue to Mission Bay, keeping your camera at hand to capture the exquisite views of Auckland skyline, North Shore and Wa...
Leave Auckland behind and journey into the countryside where you'll 'Connect With Locals' and discover New Zealand's horse-racing traditions over an exclusive 'Be My Guest' lunch with the O'Sullivans on their dairy farm. Continue to Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty. Here...
This morning journey to Te Puke, the kiwifruit capital of New Zealand. Visit Kiwifruit Country, a family-owned business set within a 60-hectare working kiwifruit orchard, then continue to Rotorua for an orientation tour that includes views of Lake Rotorua. At Te Puia,...
Today your choice of sightseeing could see you delve into the fantasy of Hobbiton; take an ancient forest zipline adventure with Canopy Tours; enjoy a guided tour through the long galleries and lofty chambers of the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Grotto or explore Rotorua and its lakes in an amphibious WWII-era Duck.
Say haere ra (goodbye) to Rotorua this morning and journey through pine forests and farmland to the turquoise torrent of rapids known as Huka Falls. The road ahead unfolds into panoramic views of Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake. The stunningly blue fresh water ...
A leisurely start to your day means there's time to explore Welly on your own. Don't miss an opportunity to view the unusual Beehive building which houses New Zealand's government. Later, 'Dive Into Culture' at Te Papa Museum of New Zealand, exploring the culture and ...
Keep a keen eye out for Sperm Whales during your visit to Kaikoura, New Zealand's whale-watching capital, before travelling along the Pacific coast and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch.
Roll up your sleeves this morning and 'Make A Difference' by contributing to Trafalgar's Sustainable Tourism Commitment to planting indigenous trees in the Port Hills of Christchurch, which were badly damaged in wildfires during 2017. Next, travel over the patchwork c...
Journey along the Waitaki River and enjoy a brief photo stop at the Waitaki Hydro Power Scheme and Benmore Dam. From the Waitaki Valley, you'll travel through to the township of Oamaru, with its stately tree-lined streets and famous white limestone buildings. This aft...
Embrace the youthful verve of Dunedin with some free time this morning to explore the beautiful grounds of the university or consider an optional visit to New Zealand's only castle, Lanarch Castle. This afternoon, journey through sheep-filled farming land into heavily...
A scenic drive through the Fiordland National Park takes us past native rainforests, beech forests, alluvial flats and meadows. Stop at Mirror Lakes where the reflection of the surrounding mountain scenery shimmers in the water. Then continue through Homer Tunnel, man...
Discover why Queenstown is deserving of its reputation as New Zealand's adventure capital today when you select your choice of sightseeing. Ride the Shotover Jet, take a gondola to Bob's Peak and see New Zealand's native birds at Queenstown's Kiwi Birdlife Park; or to...
Leave the alpine wonderland of Queenstown behind and begin the passage through Central Otago and out to Westland. Visit the faithfully restored gold-mining settlement of Arrowtown with its tree-lined avenues and 19th-century wooden buildings, reminiscent of a historic...
Savour your beautiful natural surrounds this morning with free time to stroll through the small, but lively Franz Josef village followed by a visit to Hokitika, home of the native greenstone (jade). Join a 'Local Specialist' for a jewellery demonstration at a greensto...
Enjoy a leisurely start to your day before travelling to Greymouth to visit Monteith's Brewery, where a 'Local Specialist' will reveal insights into the heritage of this national icon. You'll get to taste ever-changing and innovative brews before enjoying a pub-style ...
Your New Zealand holiday concludes this morning after breakfast. You will be transferred by private car to Christchurch Airport (flights anytime).
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At Trafalgar, we passionately believe in the power of travel to broaden the mind and build bridges between people. By sharing with you the hidden places not mentioned in guidebooks, the local people you wouldn’t otherwise meet, and the traditions you may not have experienced by yourself, we ensure that you get the ‘insider’ view, an authentic and enhanced experience you simply could not have had on your own.
It is this dedication to taking our guests beyond the obvious sights that has helped us grow over the past 65 years into one of the most trusted and successful international guided vacation/holiday companies in the world. From Europe to the United States, South America to South Africa, and with the recent addition of Asia, we pride ourselves on uncovering the hidden gems, cultural highlights and not-to-be-missed attractions of the places you visit. We’ll help you delve deep into the heart of each city and capture the true essence of each new destination.
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As the world’s most awarded and loved travel company, Trafalgar unlocks the best of the world for every traveller. From the iconic sites to breaking bread with locals at private Be My Guest experiences, guests can be assured of a dream holiday without the stress of 'what ifs'. Committed to Make Travel Matter, Trafalgar aims to make a positive impact on locals, communities and wildlife visited, and the planet we call home. With tried and tested tours, created by local travel experts in destination and enjoyed by more than 5million happy guests, Trafalgar’s proud to be recognised by its Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award.
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