Name: 15 Day Highlights of New Zealand | G Adventures
Brand: JUCY
SKU: ebf090b7-db54-4a29-bdbf-ed701da2e01b
Price: 4099.00 AUD
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Rating: 5 (20 reviews)

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	For a tour departing between January 19, 2022 and April 30, 2023, travellers will be permitted to cancel their confirmed tour services, pre- or post tour accommodation services, extra services, or transfer services at any time prior to 14 days from the date of tour departure at no charge if they also rebook another tour service and/or reschedule travel to a later date, which later date must be within two years of the initial departure date.
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You can expect comfortable, tourist-class accommodations with character on this tour.

Allow $515&nbsp;- $670 USD for meals. Eating is a big part of traveling. On this tour, you&#39;ll experience the vast array of wonderful food. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other&#39;s company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.

Accommodation will be varied throughout your adventure. Bathroom and showering facilities are often shared and may not be en-suite

No. There&#39;ll be some light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

For&nbsp;details of your joining hotel please refer to your tour voucher.

Joining Instructions (Airport to Hotel)

 
By Taxi: $70-80, approximately 30 minutes.

By Shuttle Bus: $33 for 1 person, $8 per additional. The &quot;Super Shuttle&quot; is a 24-hour service that takes approximately 1 hour. The shuttle waits outside of the terminal and provides door-to-door service.

By Skybus: $18 per person. Leaves from outside the airport terminal every 10-15 minutes and takes approximately 1 hour.

Please note that Day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned for that day other then your welcome meeting in the evening, so you can arrive at any time.

You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible.

We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. Heavy luggage is not recommended for the health of the CEO, who will take a lead in loading the storage trailer. Due to space in the trailer, we will not be able to accommodate more than one piece of main luggage per person. A good size day-pack (20-35L) is also essential to carry your personal gear for the day, as access to luggage between destinations will be limited. This daypack will be used to carry your personal gear for the day, your lunch and a water bottle.

New Zealand weather can be quite variable, even in summer, and layers are recommended throughout the year.

Packing List 
&bull; Face masks (required) 
&bull; Hand sanitizer (required) 
&bull; Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.) 
&bull; Rubber gloves

Important notice for passport holders from 60 visa waiver countries, including the UK, Canada, USA, and EU:

Electronic Travel Authority (ETA)

From 1 October 2019, passport holders from 60 visa waiver countries travelling by air or cruise and entering New Zealand without a visa (tourists) will need to hold an ETA before travelling to New Zealand. You will be able to apply for an ETA from July 2019.

For more information and full list of eligible countries please visit <a href="https://www.immigration.govt.nz/nzeta">https://www.immigration.govt.nz/nzeta</a>

Visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gadventures.com/trips/highlights-of-new-zealand/9011/details/" target="_blank">https://www.gadventures.com/trips/highlights-of-new-zealand/9011/details/</a>

Two weeks is barely enough time to thoroughly explore your hometown, let alone a place as fascinating as New Zealand!

For adventurers on a tight time-budget, this 15-day trip wraps up the must-sees of both islands with a nice little bow.

Check out the Coromandel Peninsula&#39;s gorgeous beaches, hang with the Maori in a traditional village and get your adrenaline fix in Queenstown. Consider this your New Zealand starter kit.

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Where we visit

 
Day 1: Auckland 
Arrive at any time today as there are no activities scheduled until an evening welcome meeting with your CEO and tour group, so feel free to head out and enjoy the city. 
Accommodation: Hotel

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Day 2: Coromandel Peninsula/Hot Water Beach 
Depart early for the stunning Coromandel Peninsula - one of many scenic regions of New Zealand. Set off into the mountain forest in search of the elusive &quot;Hairy Moehau&quot; monster. Check out the beaches and cliffs and keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and whales. Make friends with the locals, including the beloved &quot;hippies&quot; who arrived in the 1970s and never left!

From here, take the 1 hour 30 minute walk to Cathedral Cove. Here, a giant arch formed into the headland separates two secluded coves where you can swim, lay in the shade&nbsp;and enjoy the beauty of this idyllic spot.

Transport: Today you&#39;ll travel for approx. 3 hours via private vehicle between Auckland and Hahei.

Accommodation: Lodge

 
 
 
Day 3: Coromandel Peninsula/Rotorua 
Today, you&#39;ll make the journey to Rotorua - the city that&nbsp;sits over an active volcanic zone with bubbling mud pits and multi-coloured pools in different areas around the town. A stop at the Tamaki Village includes a&nbsp;traditional Powhiri welcome ceremony followed by a captivating stage performance explaining Maori history, myths and culture. For dinner, enjoy a traditional Hangi meal, similar to the Hawaiian Luau, with dishes such as chicken, sweet potatoes (kumara), and lamb steamed over heated rocks.

Transport: Today you&#39;ll travel via private vehicle for approx. 4 hours between Hahei and Rotorua.

Accommodation: Hostel

 
 
Day 4: Rotorua/Wellington 
On Day 4, enjoy the opportunity to take in the ever-changing scenery of the North Island and travel to the capital, Wellington.

Transport: Today you&#39;ll travel via private vehicle between Rotorua and&nbsp;Wellington for approx. 8 hours. 
Accommodation: Hotel

 
 
Day 5: Wellington 
Say hello to the beautiful city of Wellington on your first full-day here! Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO who will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs.

Afterwards, enjoy a free day to explore this relaxed but lively city.

Accommodation: Hotel&nbsp;

 
 
Day 6: Wellington/Kaikoura 
Today, you&#39;ll fly from Wellington to Christchurch on the&nbsp;South Island, where you&#39;ll then travel to the seaside town of Kaikoura, known for its diverse marine life.

Travel: Today you&#39;ll travel via plane between Wellington and Christchurch and via private vehicle between Christchurch and Kaikoura for approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Accommodation: Hotel

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Day 7: Kaikoura/Hanmer Springs 
Opt to swim with dolphins or go whale watching during a free morning in Kaikoura before travelling to Hanmer Springs, stopping en route for a wine tasting at a local winery. Opt to take a soak in the hot springs and enjoy some R&amp;R.

Transport: Today you&#39;ll travel via private vehicle for aprpox. 3 hours&nbsp;between Kaikoura and Hanmer Springs.

Accommodation:&nbsp;Hotel 
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Day 8: Hanmer Springs/Franz Josef 
Buckle up for another long-yet-worthwhile day of travel! Take in the stunning scenery while travelling across the Southern Alps to the rugged and remote West Coast, before staying in the rainforest near the world&#39;s fastest moving glacier.

Transport: Today you&#39;ll travel via private vehicle between Hanmer Springs and Franz Josef for approx. 8 hours.

Accommodation: Motel

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Day 9: Franz Josef 
Enjoy a free day to explore the area around Franz Josef, with dozens of optional activities in the area to suit just about any budget and preference. Try heli hiking, scenic helicopter flights, quad biking, skydiving, glacier valley walk, lake kayaking or a hot pools visit.

Don&#39;t waste a minute&mdash;get exploring!

Accommodation:&nbsp;Motel

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Day 10: Franz Josef/Queenstown 
On Day 10, you&#39;ll continue to Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world! With beautiful scenery and tons of activities, there&#39;s something for everyone here. For those with enough energy, we definitely recommend enjoying the great night life!

Transport: Today you&#39;ll travel via&nbsp;private vehicle for approx. 9 hours between Franz Josef and&nbsp;Queenstown.

Accommodation: Hotel

 
 
Day 11: Queenstown 
With free time here, opt to experience bungee jumping (in its birthplace), jet boating (also born here!), skydiving, paragliding, hiking or mountain biking. Or take it a little slower and travel by gondola to the top of a local peak.

There&#39;s tons to do, so get out and get going!

Accommodation: Hotel

 
 
Day 12: Queenstown 
Enjoy the stunning scenery of Fiordland National Park and Doubtful Sound on a day cruise. As one of the most untouched, remote places in the world, the only way to get to Doubtful Sound is by boat across Lake Manapouri, then bus across Wilmot Pass to Doubtful Sound. Marvel at the steep cliff walls and cascading waterfalls, and keep an eye out for area wildlife: dolphins, penguins, seals, and a variety of birds. This isolated part of New Zealand is truly a special place - so be sure to&nbsp;take in the waterfalls and wildlife before returning to Queenstown for the night.

Transport: Today you&#39;ll travel via private vehicle between Queenstown and Doubtful Sound for approx. 3 hours and return.

Accommodation:&nbsp;Hotel

 
 
Day 13: Queenstown/Twizel

Head through the centre of the South Island to Twizel, near New Zealand&#39;s highest peak, Mt Cook. Visit Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park and spend the afternoon hiking the region, taking in the alpine scenery of the park which includes a mix of rocks and glaciers, as well as alpine plants including the world&#39;s largest buttercup, the Mount Cook lily. There are several short walks that reward with spectacular views. Learn more about mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary at the Visitor&#39;s Centre which is also an included stop today.

Accommodation: Hotel 
 
Day 14: Twizel/Christchurch 
Continue on to Christchurch - AKA The Garden City -&nbsp;and take in an orientation walk with your CEO. Enjoy one final night together with the group.

Travel: Today you&#39;ll travel via private vehicle between Twizel and&nbsp;Christchurch for approx. 4 hours.

Accommodation: Motel

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Day 15: Christchurch

Today is departure day so feel free to leave at any time. Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure!

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G Adventures Australia + New Zealand

The whole end-to-end process was amazing and very well planned. All the transport, tour services and hotel services was splendid, and we had a really great time from Auckland to Christchurch. Everything we did and every place we visited were outstanding but the highlight for me was Rororua's bubbling mud. Totally cherished every minute on this tour.

Very well planned itenerary

Absolutely stunning in every way, both inside and out! 10 stars!!!! ! But there were too many amazing moments to list them all! A huge one was just the group we had. We were an awesome lot and all.
extremely fast bonded

Great Trip

The rich cultural heritage of the Maori people and how contemporary society respects and celebrates that tradition were really something to admire. The diverse beauty of both all the islands was simply breathtaking at almost every stop. Our favorite part.

Beautiful New Zealand!

LOVED it almost more than any other place we've been! Overall, the schedule and locations were convenient and well-planned. The best group, guide, and tours were all provided for us.

Lovely place

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	Get up to 10% cash back when you book with us
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	All accommodation: Hotels/motels
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	Coromandel Peninsula visit
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	Cathedral Cove visit
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	Orientation walk in Wellington and Christchurch
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	Delicious wine tasting
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	Fiordland National Park visit with Doubtful Sound day cruise
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	Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park visit with hiking opportunity (weather permitting)
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	Free time in Rotorua, Wellington, Franz Josef&nbsp;and Queenstown
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	All transport&nbsp;between destinations&nbsp;-&nbsp;including&nbsp;internal flights
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	Guidance&nbsp;from an amazing G Adventures&nbsp;Chief Experience Officer (CEO)&nbsp;throughout
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	Delicious meals: (8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2&nbsp;Dinners)
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	The minimum age for clients traveling on this tour is 12
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	An adult over the age of 18&nbsp;must accompany each child under the age of 18. It is imperative that one adult accompany each child
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	The supplier reserves the right to restrict the number of travelers under the age of 18 on tours
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Australia

Cairns

Melbourne

Sydney

Darwin

Tropical North Queensland

Adelaide

New Zealand

Queenstown

Brisbane

Perth

Gold Coast

United States

Oahu

Airlie Beach

Uluru

Hobart

Port Douglas

Sunshine Coast

Honolulu

North Island

South Island

Whitsundays

South East Queensland

Christchurch

Byron Bay

Hawaii

Tasmania

Surfers Paradise

Great Barrier Reef

Alice Springs

Exmouth

Auckland

Margaret River

San Francisco

Broome

Hunter Valley

East Coast Australia

Las Vegas

Kakadu

Rotorua

Noosa

Great Ocean Road

Big Island

Barossa Valley

Milford Sound

Kangaroo Island

Ayers Rock (inactive - do not use, tag uluru)

New York

Kona

Cape Tribulation

Mooloolaba

West Coast Australia

Coral Bay

Fraser Island (K'Gari)

Wanaka

Blue Mountains

Bay of Islands

Magnetic Island

Katherine

Phillip Island

Miami

Mornington Peninsula

Hervey Bay

Franz Josef

Townsville

Pokolbin

Northland

Mount Cook

Daintree

Paihia

Taupo

Albany

Wellington

Akaroa

Thailand

Bangkok

Indonesia

Bali

Rainbow Beach

Jabiru

Yulara (inactive - do not use, tag uluru)

Launceston

Kaikoura

McLaren Vale

Kuranda

Vietnam

Hanoi

Hanmer Springs

Port Stephens

Port Lincoln

Yarra Valley

Litchfield

Phuket

Fox Glacier

Newcastle

Waikiki

Kingscote

Hahndorf

Port Arthur

Maui

Waitomo

Tauranga

Kimberley

Rottnest Island

Fremantle (inactive - do not use)

Mexico

Costa Rica

Japan

Fiji

India

Cambodia

Spain

Croatia

Greece

Sri Lanka

Argentina

Viet Nam

Peru

Italy

Morocco

Nepal

Ecuador

South Africa

Canada

Hungary

Colombia

Iceland

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