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Continue Your Journey
11 Day Adventure Through New Zealand's Highlights
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Multiple day tours included!
Kia Ora! Enjoy an all encompassing journey through New Zealand's top highlights including Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown.
*14 nights in the same stateroom: + $100pp (double occupancy)
*14 nights in the same stateroom: +$200pp (single occupancy)
*There are only a limited amount of staterooms available on each sailing where moving is not going to be necessary.
What's Included
- 11-day tour
- 10 nights in 3-5 Star accommodations in Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown
- Airport transfers throughout
- Select Attractions as indicated in the itinerary
- Taxes & more!
Priority Access
» Priority check-in
» Priority access to specialty restaurant reservations
» Priority line at the Guest Services desk
» Priority line at the Shore Excursions desk
» Priority access to tenders ashore in select ports
» Priority disembarkation
Premium Dining
» Expanded 24-hour room service breakfast menu
» Pinnacle Class ships: Private dining venue for breakfast and dinner with an expanded menu
» All other ships: Priority seating in the Dining Room for breakfast and dinner with an expanded menu
Exclusive Amenities
» Complimentary stateroom upgrade
» Dedicated concierge service
» Welcome glass of sparkling wine on embarkation day
» Premium bathrobes
» Club Orange keycard
» Exclusive Club Orange tote bag (one per stateroom)
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Waitomo Caves Region
Located on the North Island of New Zealand, the Waitomo region is known for its extensive cave systems, waterfalls and limestone formations.
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Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Visit a film location for Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings. Set on 14 acres, this two hour excursion is very popular with all ages!
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Mount Maunganui
Mount Maunganui, a laid-back neighbourhood on a peninsula, is famous for the extinct Mount Maunganui volcano, a sacred Maori site with hiking paths that provide views of the ocean. Pilot Bay Beach provides calm seas for paddle boarding, while the long, sandy Main Beach is well known for its surf breakers. While breakfast joints, international restaurants, and boutiques abound in the town centre, the Mount Hot Pools complex offers saltwater bathing and spa services.
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Avon River
This peaceful, scenic river winds through the Botanic Gardens and city. Punting on the Avon River is a classic Christchurch experience.
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Shotover River
This 75-kilometre long, fast flowing river winds through narrow canyons past rocky outcrops and boulders. The favourite way to experience this river is by taking a breathtaking jetboat ride through the dramatic landscape!
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Day 1: Arrive in Auckland
Welcome to New Zealand's largest city, blending harbour islands, Polynesian culture and a vibrant city centre, Auckland has been ranked amongst top in the world as a lifestyle city. Upon arrival in Auckland you will be transferred to your downtown accommodation.
Overnight: Auckland
Day 2: Auckland
Experience the best of Auckland today by using the 24 Hour Hop on Hop off Bus to visit the highlights the inner city offers before heading out to the untamed coastline of the rugged West Coast with deep black beaches and subtropical rainforests.
Overnight: Auckland
Day 3: Auckland to Rotorua
Depart to Rotorua in style on a coach tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set and discover where cinematic magic was made. Take a guided tour of the famous Hobbiton Movie Set, located inside a picturesque 1,250- acre sheep and beef farm near Matamata. Here, the village of Hobbiton was carefully created in amazing detail as a film location for the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie trilogies. During your guided tour of this amazing location, you'll see sights like Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and The Green Dragon Inn, and learn how farmland was transformed into a living, breathing piece of Middle-earth. After exploring Hobbiton, tuck into a delicious lunch at The Green Dragon Inn. Then finish the tour with a coach ride down to Rotorua.
Overnight: Rotorua
Day 4: Rotorua
Embark on a thrilling 90-minute journey through Rotorua aboard a WWII amphibious vehicle, exploring both land and water! Discover the town's rich history, from iconic landmarks like Lake Rotorua and Mokoia Island to Geothermal Sulphur Point and Government Gardens. Dive into the past at The Museum, then soak up the nostalgia at the Blue Baths. Experience Rotorua's charm like never before on this unique sightseeing adventure!
Overnight: Rotorua
Day 5: Rotorua to Wellington
Enjoy a rest day aboard a comfy coach to Wellington. Once arrived, settled into accommodation and enjoy an evening of leisure.
Overnight: Wellington
Day 6: Wellington - Picton - Christchurch
Cruise on the Interislander ferry from Wellington to Picton and then connect with the Coastal Pacific train from Picton to Christchurch.
Overnight: Christchurch
Day 7: Christchurch
Embark on a journey of elegance and discovery aboard Christchurch's beautifully restored heritage Trams, an iconic attraction in the heart of the city. Led by friendly and knowledgeable drivers, visitors traverse the evolving landscape of Christchurch, learning about its history, landmarks, and local highlights along the way. But the adventure doesn't end there. The experience is elevated with a Gondola ride, lifting passengers to almost 500 meters (1500 feet) above sea level in the comfort of four-person passenger cabins. As they ascend, they are captivated by the unique 360-degree views unfolding before them. From the bustling cityscape of Christchurch to the expansive Canterbury Plains and the tranquil beauty of Lyttleton Harbour, every moment offers a new perspective and a chance to marvel at the natural wonders of this extraordinary region.
Overnight: Christchurch
Day 8: Christchurch - Mount Cook - Queenstown
Take a sightseeing day tour to Mount Cook and see the best of the Southern Alps, the highest mountain range in Australasia.
Overnight: Queenstown
Day 9: Queenstown Highlights
Enjoy a day tour filled with local highlights including the Skippers Canyon, Arrowtown, Lakes District Museum, Bungy bridge viewing Bungy Dome, Lord of the Rings Movie movie location (Pillars of the King) and Lake Hayes.
Overnight: Queenstown
Day 10: Queenstown
Enjoy a day of leisure at your own pace to explore Queenstown. Queenstown is surrounded by world-class vineyards, so why not spend your afternoon wine tasting. Or take a trip up the Skyline Gondola and enjoy breathtaking views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and the surrounding mountains.
Overnight: Queenstown
Day 11: Queenstown Departure
Today marks the end of the journey. Transfer to the Queenstown Airport to depart home.
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