APT New Zealand Spotlight Tour

7 nights, 7 Nights Auckland to Christchurch from $1480 US ppd

Included

What’s Included Sightseeing Highlights * Auckland, known as the City of Sails * Rotorua, the thermal resort * Journey to Waitomo Caves * Amazing Mt Cook National Park * Three nights at the Alpine Resort Town of Queenstown * Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd * Christchurch, the Garden City Tour Notes * 7 Breakfast (B) 1 Lunch (L) and 3 Dinners (D) * Extra nights available. * Fuel surcharges may apply. Payable direct to operator on tour * Special Event surcharge may apply on some dates * Land content only

Dates

Various Nov - April

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1. Arrive Auckland Arrive at Auckland and be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore this exciting City of Sails as you please. Stay: Auckland - Kingsgate Parnell (Standard), Skycity Hotel (First-Class), Crowne Plaza Hotel (Deluxe)

Day 2. Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua Journey to Waitomo caves. Travel to Rotorua, a geothermal wonderland and also known as the centre of Maori culture. This evening, you will enjoy a fascinating Maori Hangi feast and cultural performance of song and dance. Two Night Stay: Rotorua - Ibis Hotel (Standard), Heritage Hotel (First-Class), Millennium Hotel (Deluxe) Bx1 Dx1

Day 3. Rotorua Sightseeing Your tour this morning includes Rotoruas top attractions, before the remainder of the day is free to relax or explore as you please. Bx1

Day 4. Rotorua, Queenstown Board a flight to the alpine resort of Queenstown (airfare not included). Located on the shore of Lake Wakatipu and at the foot of the Remarkables, admire the incredible scenery. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Three Night Stay: Queenstown - Goldridge Hotel (Standard), Novotel Lakeside (First-Class), Hotel Sofitel (Deluxe) Bx1 Dx1

Day 5. Milford Sound Cruise Travel to beautiful Fiordland National Park, where youll embark on a cruise along the full length of stunning Milford Sound, traveling below cascading waterfalls and sheer cliff faces as well as famous mile-high Mitre Peak. Later this afternoon return to Queenstown and enjoy free time to explore. Bx1 Lx1

Day 6. At Leisure in Queenstown Enjoy a day at leisure exploring the many and varied attractions of Queenstown, located on the shores of the grand Lake Wakatipu and in the shadow of the Remarkables mountain range. Bx1

Day 7. Queenstown, Mt Cook, Christchurch On the way to the alpine wonders of Mt Cook National Park, stop and take in the tranquil waters of Lake Tekapo. Here, visit the tiny stone Church of the Good Shepherd perched on the waters edge. Later, cross the vast patchwork farmlands of the Canterbury Plains as you travel towards the distinctly English city of Christchurch. Stay: Christchurch - Ibis Hotel (Standard), Copthorne Central Hotel (First-Class), Crowne Plaza Hotel (Deluxe) Bx1 Dx1

Day 8. Depart Christchurch Free time to explore the pretty Garden City of Christchurch and its charming English heritage. Perhaps take a punt on the Avon River, a bike ride around the town or embark on a tour of local public and private gardens (all at own expense). Later, youll be transferred to the airport for your flight. Bx1