Celebrate the festive season on this 17-day Signature journey across New Zealand, travelling by premium mid-size coach with expert guidance. Enjoy Christmas Day in Queenstown, New Year in Rotorua, and explore alpine scenery, fiords, vibrant cities and the Bay of Islands at a relaxed pace.
17 Day / 16 Night Tour
$11,069
93+ Booked
17 Day / 16 Night Tour
$11,069
93+ Booked
Arrive in Christchurch and transfer to your hotel. This evening enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with your Tour Leader and fellow travellers. Overnight in Christchurch.
Visit the International Antarctic Centre, then enjoy a city sights tour highlighting heritage precincts and the modern rebuild. Ride the historic Christchurch Tram before an evening at leisure. Overnight in Christchurch.
Travel across the Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo, stopping at the Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue into the Mackenzie Basin with views of Aoraki/Mount Cook, before overnighting in Twizel.
Follow the Waitaki River to Oamaru, known for limestone buildings, then continue south to Dunedin for a guided city tour featuring historic landmarks and coastal views. Overnight in Dunedin.
Visit Larnach Castle for a guided tour, Devonshire Tea and garden strolls. Travel south via Balclutha and Gore to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland. Overnight in Te Anau.
Journey along the Milford Road to Milford Sound and cruise beneath waterfalls and Mitre Peak, with lunch onboard. Continue to Queenstown on Lake Wakatipu. Overnight in Queenstown.
Cruise Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak Homestead for a festive Christmas lunch. Return to Queenstown with live entertainment and enjoy a relaxed evening. Overnight in Queenstown.
Visit historic Arrowtown and the Lakes District Museum before crossing the Haast Pass into the West Coast rainforest. Arrive in Franz Josef with optional scenic flights available. Overnight in Franz Josef.
Travel via Hokitika and visit a Greenstone Factory. Board the TranzAlpine train at Arthur’s Pass and cross alpine valleys and viaducts back to Christchurch. Overnight in Christchurch.
Follow the East Coast via Kaikōura and continue to Picton. Cruise the Marlborough Sounds aboard the Interislander Ferry to Wellington. Overnight in Wellington.
Visit Te Papa, including the Gallipoli exhibition, then enjoy a Wellington city tour showcasing harbour views and historic precincts. The remainder of the day is free. Overnight in Wellington.
Travel north through volcanic landscapes, stopping at Lake Taupō and Huka Falls. Continue to Rotorua, New Zealand’s geothermal heartland. Overnight in Rotorua.
Ride the Skyline Gondola for breakfast and luge fun, visit the Agrodome, then explore Te Puia’s geysers. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a Māori Hāngi feast and cultural performance. Overnight in Rotorua.
Travel north via Whangārei to the Bay of Islands. Enjoy a guided visit to the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Overnight in the Bay of Islands.
Cruise to Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock, watching for dolphins and marine life. Return to Paihia for a relaxed afternoon by the waterfront. Overnight in the Bay of Islands.
Visit the Kauri Museum at Matakohe before returning to Auckland. Enjoy a city sights tour and farewell dinner with your group. Overnight in Auckland.
After breakfast, transfer to Auckland Airport for your onward flight, concluding your Signature Festive Season journey.
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5 days ago
The Aotearoa Highlights Journey was an amazing experience. The route flowed perfectly from Auckland to Christchurch, and every stop felt meaningful. Having everything organised made the drive easy, and the freedom to explore made it even better. Highly recommend!
1 week ago
I loved every moment of this trip. The glowworm caves, Rotorua’s geothermal sights, and the ferry crossing to the South Island were unforgettable. Queenstown and Milford Sound were the absolute highlights. Such a well-crafted itinerary!
3 days ago
This tour gave me the ideal mix of adventure and relaxation. Kaikōura’s coast, Aoraki/Mount Cook, and the stop in Wellington were incredible. The planning was spot-on, and the self-drive setup made everything feel effortless. I’d definitely book again!
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