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Transportation:
As outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and transfers to/from all intra-vacation flights (intra-vacation flights not included)
American breakfast daily; 3 lunches; 1 dinner
Day 1
Welcome to Sydney. The remainder of your day is at leisure
Day 2
Enjoy a morning guided sightseeing tour that includes an Opera House and Harbour Bridge photo stop. Visit stunning Bondi Beach, considered the most beautiful beach in Sydney by many. The afternoon is at your leisure
BreakfastDay 3
Enjoy a full day at leisure in this vibrant city. Choose from our selection of optional excursions, including a cruise on Sydney Harbour and a climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge
BreakfastDay 4
Today, fly to Auckland. The rest of the day is at your leisure
BreakfastDay 5
Enjoy a morning guided sightseeing tour of the city, followed by a cruise on Waitemata Harbour for spectacular views of Auckland and its surroundings. The remainder of the day is at your leisure
BreakfastDay 6
Today, travel via motorcoach south to visit the Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. Afterward, visit Waitomo, where you will take a boat trip through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Continue on to Rotorua
BreakfastLunchDay 7
This morning, enjoy guided sightseeing with visits to Te Puia, Rainbow Springs Nature Park, and the Agrodome. This afternoon, explore this geothermal wonderland on your own. This evening, you may choose to join our optional Maori cultural performance and Hangi dinner (roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones)
BreakfastDay 8
Fly to Wellington, capital of New Zealand
BreakfastDay 9
Your guided morning sightseeing tour takes you to see the famous Beehive and Parliament buildings as well as scenic views from the top of Mount Victoria. Take in the beauty of the Wellington Botanical Gardens, then drive around the rugged Wellington coastline, discovering hidden bays and some of Wellington’s most popular beaches. During your free time today, you may want to visit Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand, where interactive displays tell the story of the country’s great heritage and natural wonders
BreakfastDay 10
Today, fly to Christchurch on New Zealand’s South Island
BreakfastDay 11
Today, travel to Akaroa, a former French and British settlement where you will have some time to explore the charming village with its colonial architecture, galleries, and cafés. Afterward, take a nature cruise on Akaroa Harbour for a chance to see some of the native wildlife, including New Zealand fur seals, the white-flippered blue penguin, and the Hector’s dolphin, one of the smallest and rarest in the world. Return to Christchurch in the late afternoon
BreakfastDay 12
Travel south by motorcoach via the Canterbury Plains to the shores of turquoise-blue Lake Tekapo, where the Southern Alps provide the backdrop for a stunning photo. Continue on to Mount Cook National Park. After lunch at your hotel, you will have time to explore this alpine wonderland
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 13
Enjoy the morning at leisure to further explore the area. In the afternoon, travel via motorcoach past Lake Pukaki and rugged Mackenzie Basin to Omarama, where you will make a comfort stop. Continue on to Queenstown, the “Adventure Capital of the World.”
BreakfastLunchDay 14
Enjoy a full-day excursion to Milford Sound. First, travel by motorcoach along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park. Marvel at the Mirror Lakes as you pass through Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel, emerge into Cleddau Valley and join your Milford Sound cruise for an unforgettable experience. Be on the lookout for wildlife such as dolphins and penguins, and enjoy the breathtaking waterfalls and scenery. Return to Queenstown late this evening
BreakfastDay 15
Enjoy a full day at leisure in one of New Zealand’s prettiest towns. Perhaps choose an optional jet boat ride, visit a local winery, or tour some of the sights used to film The Lord of the Rings trilogy
BreakfastDay 16
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning
BreakfastDay 17
SYDNEY
Day 18
SYDNEY
Day 19
SYDNEY
Day 20
SYDNEY–AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Day 21
AUCKLAND
Day 22
AUCKLAND–HOBBITON–WAITOMO–ROTORUA
Day 23
ROTORUA
Day 24
ROTORUA–WELLINGTON
Day 25
WELLINGTON
Day 26
WELLINGTON–CHRISTCHURCH
Day 27
CHRISTCHURCH. EXCURSION TO AKAROA
Day 28
CHRISTCHURCH–MOUNT COOK NATIONAL PARK
Day 29
MOUNT COOK NATIONAL PARK–QUEENSTOWN
Day 30
QUEENSTOWN. EXCURSION TO MILFORD SOUND
Day 31
QUEENSTOWN
Day 32
QUEENSTOWN
Day 33
Breakfast
Day 34
Breakfast
Day 35
Breakfast
Day 36
Breakfast
Day 37
BreakfastLunch
Day 38
Breakfast
Day 39
Breakfast
Day 40
Breakfast
Day 41
Breakfast
Day 42
Breakfast
Day 43
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 44
BreakfastLunch
Day 45
Breakfast
Day 46
Breakfast
Day 47
Breakfast
Day 48 SYDNEY.
Welcome to Sydney. The remainder of your day is at leisure
Day 49 SYDNEY.
Enjoy a morning guided sightseeing tour that includes an Opera House and Harbour Bridge photo stop. Visit stunning Bondi Beach, considered the most beautiful beach in Sydney by many. The afternoon is at your leisure
BreakfastDay 50 SYDNEY.
Enjoy a full day at leisure in this vibrant city. Choose from our selection of optional excursions, including a cruise on Sydney Harbour and a climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge
BreakfastDay 51 SYDNEY–AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND.
Today, fly to Auckland. The rest of the day is at your leisure
BreakfastDay 52 AUCKLAND.
Enjoy a morning guided sightseeing tour of the city, followed by a cruise on Waitemata Harbour for spectacular views of Auckland and its surroundings. The remainder of the day is at your leisure
BreakfastDay 53 AUCKLAND–HOBBITON–WAITOMO–ROTORUA.
Today, travel via motorcoach south to visit the Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. Afterward, visit Waitomo, where you will take a boat trip through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Continue on to Rotorua
BreakfastLunchDay 54 ROTORUA.
This morning, enjoy guided sightseeing with visits to Te Puia, Rainbow Springs Nature Park, and the Agrodome. This afternoon, explore this geothermal wonderland on your own. This evening, you may choose to join our optional Maori cultural performance and Hangi dinner (roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones)
BreakfastDay 55 ROTORUA–WELLINGTON.
Fly to Wellington, capital of New Zealand
BreakfastDay 56 WELLINGTON.
Your guided morning sightseeing tour takes you to see the famous Beehive and Parliament buildings as well as scenic views from the top of Mount Victoria. Take in the beauty of the Wellington Botanical Gardens, then drive around the rugged Wellington coastline, discovering hidden bays and some of Wellington’s most popular beaches. During your free time today, you may want to visit Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand, where interactive displays tell the story of the country’s great heritage and natural wonders
BreakfastDay 57 WELLINGTON–CHRISTCHURCH.
Today, fly to Christchurch on New Zealand’s South Island
BreakfastDay 58 CHRISTCHURCH. EXCURSION TO AKAROA.
Today, travel to Akaroa, a former French and British settlement where you will have some time to explore the charming village with its colonial architecture, galleries, and cafés. Afterward, take a nature cruise on Akaroa Harbour for a chance to see some of the native wildlife, including New Zealand fur seals, the white-flippered blue penguin, and the Hector’s dolphin, one of the smallest and rarest in the world. Return to Christchurch in the late afternoon
BreakfastDay 59 CHRISTCHURCH–MOUNT COOK NATIONAL PARK.
Travel south by motorcoach via the Canterbury Plains to the shores of turquoise-blue Lake Tekapo, where the Southern Alps provide the backdrop for a stunning photo. Continue on to Mount Cook National Park. After lunch at your hotel, you will have time to explore this alpine wonderland
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 60 MOUNT COOK NATIONAL PARK–QUEENSTOWN.
Enjoy the morning at leisure to further explore the area. In the afternoon, travel via motorcoach past Lake Pukaki and rugged Mackenzie Basin to Omarama, where you will make a comfort stop. Continue on to Queenstown, the “Adventure Capital of the World.”
BreakfastLunchDay 61 QUEENSTOWN. EXCURSION TO MILFORD SOUND.
Enjoy a full-day excursion to Milford Sound. First, travel by motorcoach along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park. Marvel at the Mirror Lakes as you pass through Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel, emerge into Cleddau Valley and join your Milford Sound cruise for an unforgettable experience. Be on the lookout for wildlife such as dolphins and penguins, and enjoy the breathtaking waterfalls and scenery. Return to Queenstown late this evening
BreakfastDay 62 QUEENSTOWN.
Enjoy a full day at leisure in one of New Zealand’s prettiest towns. Perhaps choose an optional jet boat ride, visit a local winery, or tour some of the sights used to film The Lord of the Rings trilogy
BreakfastDay 63 QUEENSTOWN.
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Vibe Hotel Sydney
Moderate First-Class
111 Goulburn Street Sydney NSW Australia
Perfectly positioned in the heart of downtown Sydney, Vibe Hotel Sydney features 191 spacious and well-equipped guestrooms, rooftop pool, sauna, gym, restaurant, bar, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Sir Stamford at Circular Quay
Deluxe
93 Macquarie Street Sydney NSW Australia
Conveniently located in downtown Sydney steps from Sydney Harbour, Sir Stamford at Circular Quay is an elegant, European style hotel featuring eight open fire places, one of Australia's largest private collections of fine art, and 18th Century Louis XV and Georgian antique furniture. The hotel offers an on-site restaurant and bar, high tea, fitness center, outdoor heated pool, sundeck, and sauna.
Rydges World Square
First-Class
389 Pitt Street Sydney NSW Australia
Feel right at home when checking into Rydges World Square and enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. After a great day of sightseeing, wine and dine in their Italian & Mediterranean-inspired Sphere Restaurant or relax while sipping a cocktail at the Cidery Bar and Kitchen with a great outside deck overlooking the World Square area. The hotel features coin-operated, self-service laundry.
Travelodge Wynyard
Moderate First-Class
7-9 York Street Sydney NSW Australia
The Travelodge Wynyard is ideally located adjacent to the Wynyard railway station and is a stones throw away from many major Sydney attractions including The Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and the historical The Rocks area. The hotel features a restaurant, lounge, room service, fitness center, concierge service, internet access, and coin-operated, self-service laundry.
Stamford Plaza Auckland
Moderate Deluxe
22 - 26 Albert Street Auckland New Zealand
With its extensive hotel facilities and amenities, Stamford Plaza Auckland is one of the city's premier accommodation choices. The hotel features a fully equipped recreation center, multiple bars and restaurants, pool, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Adina Auckland Britomart
Moderate First-Class
2 Tapora Street Auckland New Zealand
Situated in downtown Auckland, Adina Auckland Britomart is only minutes away from the City's best offerings. The hotel features a fitness center, on-site restaurant and bar, apartment-style guestrooms with laundry available, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Prince's Gate Hotel
First-Class
1057 Arawa Street Rotorua New Zealand
Built originally in 1897, Prince's Gate Hotel celebrates its historic roots with classical decor and furnishings. Situated in the heart of Rotorua, the historic Prince's Gate Hotel offers a range of facilities to ensure a comfortable stay including two dining venues, on-site bar, live entertainment, thermal pools, and sauna.
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Superior First-Class
Hinemaru Street Rotorua New Zealand
Next to mystical Lake Rotorua and just a brief stroll from the city center, Millennium Hotel Rotorua is an eco-friendly hotel. Perhaps its most unique feature is that its heating is provided by harnessing the hotel's natural geothermal resource. The hotel's amenities include a heated pool, spa, two restaurants, a lounge, and room service.
Park Hotel Lambton Quay
Moderate First-Class
101 The Terrace Wellington New Zealand
Centrally located, Park Hotel Lambton Quay is nestled between the bustling Terrace and Midland Park. The hotel is contemporary styled and features an on-site restaurant and bar, comfortable guestrooms, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Dry cleaning, as well as complimentary self-service laundry, is available.
Rydges Wellington
Superior First-Class
75 Featherston Street Wellington New Zealand
The Rydges Wellington is in close proximity to Wellington's city center and harbor. The hotel blends modern amenities with timeless comfort. Guests can dine at the restaurant/bar, or maintain their workout regime at the lap pool, spa, sauna and cardio room (guest access to offsite gym). Guests can also stay connected with work or home with Wi-Fi access from anywhere in the hotel.
Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch
First-Class
166 Gloucester St Christchurch New Zealand
Stay at the centrally located Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch and find yourself just a block from Cathedral Square and in a great location to explore the city and its revitalization. At the end of the day, enjoy a pre-dinner drink in the chic Junction bar, sample contemporary cuisine featuring the best in-season ingredients from around the region at the Straits Cafe, or hit the gym and sauna.
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
30 Latimer Square Christchurch New Zealand
The Rydges Latimer Christchurch overlooks scenic Latimer Square, in the heart of the city. Guests are invited to enjoy the restaurant/bar, sauna and fitness center, and free unlimited WIFI throughout the hotel.
The Hermitage
Moderate First-Class
Mount Cook National Park Mount Cook New Zealand
A haven for adventurous travelers for more than a century, the world renowned Hermitage Hotel in the heart of Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a complete year-round alpine retreat. The hotel features self-service coin-operated laundry, outdoor tennis court, and a selection of on-site bars and restaurants.
Scenic Suites Queenstown
Superior First-Class
27 Stanley St Queenstown New Zealand
Take in the picturesque beauty of Queenstown from this apartment-style hotel complex. Dine at the Hillside Brasserie or Lobby Bar, or after a day of sightseeing, book a service at the Amaia Luxury Spa, which is sure to leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated for your next day's adventure.
Copthorne Hotel & Resort Queenstown Lakefront
First-Class
Corner Frankton Rd & Adelaide St Queenstown New Zealand
Within a tranquil, garden setting, the Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront blends superior facilities and comfort with friendly, personal service and offers panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu and surrounding mountain peaks. The resort is a short stroll from the town center, and minutes from Queenstown's key tourist attractions and adventure activities. After a great day of sightseeing, relax at the Impressions Cocktail Bar and Impressions Restaurant with views over the lake and mountains or take a dip in the two spa pools. Wireless broadband internet access is available in all public areas (fee may apply). The hotel also features coin-operated, self-service laundry.
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Superior First-Class
Cnr. Frankton Rd & Stanley St Queenstown New Zealand
The Millennium Hotel Queenstown features contemporary city-inspired design throughout the hotel. Guests have a variety of amenities to choose from including a fitness room, sauna, spa, bar and restaurant. Dry cleaning, as well as coin-operated self-service laundry, is available.