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New Zealand Journey
12 days, Auckland to Queenstown
Immerse yourself in New Zealand’s stunning landscapes and multicultural heritage, travelling by plane, train, van, boat, and cable car through the North and South Islands. Discover magnificent fjords, ethereal glowworm caves, and snowcapped peaks; visit picturesque vineyards, explore vibrant cities and get to know "The Land of the Long White Cloud".
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: National Geographic Journeys
Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
12 days - Auckland to Queenstown
From$36269HKD
was
$40299
Valid on
Aug 11 2024
Trip Code: ONENG
Special Offers
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Promo Code G24SDQ010NZE01
See how your trip uplifts communities
In a number of impactful ways, your adventure directly benefits the local people and places we visit.
In New Zealand even a nondescript cut in the woods can lead somewhere extraordinary. That magnetic pull to see what’s around the next bend, whether sparkling glacier or primeval forest, is my favorite thing about the country…” —Carrie Miller, “Cinematic Gold: Drive New Zealand,” National Geographic Traveler, June/July, 2015
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Itinerary Notes
Please note that due to seasonal weather the itinerary in Doubtful Sound varies from winter to summer months. The winter itinerary runs from approx mid-May to early Sept. The remaining departures will follow the summer itinerary.
There are new Health & Safety Protocols for National Geographic Journeys tours. Please see here for full details and up-to-date requirements as they may change.
What's Included
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Waiheke Island Wineries, Waiheke Island
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: A day at Kohutapu, Rotorua
- Waitomo Caves tour
- Scenic TranzAlpine train
- Ride the Queenstown gondola
- Wilderness day cruise (winter) or overnight cruise (summer) in Fiordland National Park
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (10 nts), cruise boat (1 nt, seasonal).
Meals
11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Allow USD380-495 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private vehicle, plane, train, boat, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
Auckland Sailing: America's Cup Experience (Pre Tour) - From $959.00
As part of the boat crew, you'll work together with your teammates to sail around Auckland's Waitemata Harbour in this competitive yacht. Either take the helm and participate or sit back and enjoy the spectacle - the choice is yours.
My Own Room - From $22129.00
If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.