New Zealand 12 days Highlights

New Zealand

12- Days Itinerary
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A Journey Worth Cherishing

Map of the trip locations

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A. Auckland CBD

Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

B. Rotorua

Rotorua, New Zealand

C. Queenstown

Queenstown, New Zealand

D. Wānaka

Wānaka, New Zealand

E. Christchurch

Christchurch, New Zealand

Day 1 & 2 Auckland

Sky Tower • Auckland City Tour
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Best of Auckland in a Day: City Skylines, Harbors, and Coastlines

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Day 1

  • Arrive in Auckland and transfer to your hotel. Settle in and enjoy a relaxed evening.

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Day 2

  • Visit the iconic Sky Tower and enjoy an Auckland city tour. Explore the city at your own pace.

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Meal

Day 1 - Packed Dinner
Day 2- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Accommodation

Auckland

Day 3, 4 & 5 Rotorua

Hobbiton Movie Set • Glowworm Cave • Geothermal Wonderland
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Rotorua: Geothermal landscapes, Māori culture, ancient forests and pristine lakes

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Day 3

Step into Middle-earth at Hobbiton Movie Set. Drive to Rotorua, then walk among the towering trees of Redwood Forest.

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Day 4

Discover Rotorua’s geothermal landscapes, enjoy a Māori culture experience. In the evening, relax in the Geothermal Hot Pools at Polynesian Spa.

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Day 5

Head to Taupo to visit the scenic Lake Taupo and Huka Falls. Later, experience the magical glowworm caves before continuing to Auckland for your overnight stay.

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Meal

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Accommodation

Auckland

Day 6, 7, 8 & 9 Queenstown

Queenstown • Milford Sound •
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Queenstown: The Ultimate Adventure Capital and Alpine Escape.

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Day 6 Skyline Gondola and Lake Whakatipu

Catch a flight to Queenstown and take in spectacular alpine views from the Skyline Gondola. Continue to Lake Wakatipu for a scenic South Island experience.

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Day 7 Shotover Jet ride and Arrowtown

Experience the thrill of a Shotover Jet boat ride, explore historic Arrowtown and finish the day with a visit to the Below Zero Ice Bar.

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Day 8 Milford Sound Cruise

Travel through the spectacular landscapes of Fiordland National Park for a full-day Milford Sound experience, including a 2-hour scenic cruise beneath towering peaks and waterfalls.

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Day 9 Glenorchy • Bungy Jumping Point

Proceed to Glenorchy, renowned for its breathtaking alpine scenery, pristine landscapes, and spectacular mountain views. Continue your journey to the Kawarau Bungy Centre, home to the world’s first commercial bungy jumping site.

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Meal

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Accommodation

Queenstown

Day 10 Wanaka

Wanaka • Puzzling World • Lake Tekapo
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Wanaka: The ultimate alpine escape

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Day 10 Wanaka

Discover Wanaka and enjoy the quirky world of Puzzling World. Continue through the South Island’s spectacular lake country, including a visit to the Church of the Good Shepherd.

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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Accommodation

Wanaka

Day 11 Christchurch

Mt Cook Lookout • International Antarctic Centre
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Day 11

Travel through the alpine landscapes with a Mount Cook lookout and Lake Pukaki stop, then continue to Christchurch for a visit to the International Antarctic Centre and aquatic centre.

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Day 12 Departure

Enjoy breakfast before your departure transfer. Lunch will be provided depending on your flight time.

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Meal

Breakfast

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Accommodation

Christchurch

What’s Included

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What's included

Accomodation

On a twin-sharing basis. Accommodation will be in 4-Star or higher category hotels throughout the tour.

Transport

Travel in a small group in a comfortable vehicle.

Domestic flight

Auckland to Queenstown

Meals

Breakfast is provided in the hotel. Lunch may be packed on some touring days. We can cater to vegetarians and other dietary preferences.

Activites and sightseeing

• Sky Tower Entry • Hobbiton Movie Set • Waitomo Glowworm Caves • Māori Cultural Experience • Polynesian Spa Hot Pools • Skyline Gondola • Jet Boat Ride • Milford Sound Cruise • Puzzing world • International Antarctic Centre

What's not included

Any additional activites

Any sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary will have to be paid for locally in the respective local currency. (e.g., bungee jumping, zip-lining, skydiving, Whale Watching).

Personal expenses

Any items/things used by individuals in their respective rooms, like Drinks, Snacks, Beverages, Television channels, overflow of water from the bathroom, any room damage etc will be billed to their rooms & will have to pay before checking out. All Items of personal natures, Food & Drinks any other item not mentioned in the Itinerary are to be paid by an individual.

The Rayar Way holds no responsibility for any loss of luggage/property/passport/currency, injuries, death or theft during the tour program. The Rayar Way is arranging services like airlines, visas, hotels, sightseeing, meals, etc on behalf of its clients; Rayar Way is not responsible for services offered by its service vendors.

Any items not specifically mentioned under "inclusions"

Fixed departure dates

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Pricing

  • December 4th to 15th, 2026- NZD 6050

    *Book before 25/Oct/2026

  • January 8th to 19th, 2027- NZD 6050

    *Book before 25/Nov/2026

  • February 5th to 16th, 2027- NZD 5750

    *Book before 31/Dec/2026

  • March 4th to 15th, 2027- NZD 5750

    *Book before 31/Jan/2027

  • April 2nd to 13th, 2027- NZD 5750

    *Book before 28/Feb/2027

  • May 6th to 17th, 2027- NZD 5750

    *Book before 31/Mar/2027

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