Kia Ora! Welcome to New Zealand!
Upon arrival, travel south to visit the
famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
Delve into the luminous realm of the
glowworms, as you glide along in a
boat under the illuminating galaxy
of these magical glowworms, a
fascinating scene reminiscent of a
starry wonderland. Continue your
journey to the geothermal wonderland
of Rotorua, the centre of Maori culture
that is renowned for its geysers, boiling
mud pools and steaming craters. Go on
a brief sightseeing tour which includes
a visit to the Rotorua Lakefront, the
historical Government Garden and
admire the majestic façade of the
Rotorua Bath House. Tonight, you will
experience a traditionally prepared
Maori Hangi (feast) followed by a
cultural performance featuring Maori
songs, chants and dance.
Make your way to Te Puia, home to the
Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
and the New Zealand Maori Arts &
Crafts Centre. Here you will witness all of
nature’s thermal wonders such as silica
terraces and the famous Pohutu Geyser.
Transfer south to Matamata for your
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour, which takes
place on a working sheep farm that was
a significant filming location for The
Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings movie
series. Continue on to Auckland, the
‘City of Sails’ and enjoy a city sights tour.
Stop to admire the view of the Auckland
Harbour & Bridge, one of the city’s most
distinctive landmarks, explore the
charming Victorian buildings at Parnell
Village and enjoy shopping at the stylish
area of Queen Street.
Spend the day at leisure. Feel free to try
a full day tour to Bay of Islands at your
own expenses, where you’ll get to cruise
via the Bay of Islands on a high speed catamaran out to the famous Hole in
the Rock in Piercy Island. Prepare for a
heart-stopping experience as you sail
through the hole, but don’t forget to
keep an eye out for dolphins as the area
is also rich in marine life.
Transfer to the Auckland airport and
depart for Christchurch on a domestic
flight. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic
view of the Southern Alps, where you’ll
be greeted with scenes of dramatic
mountains, gorges and river valleys
across the Canterbury Plain. The
journey takes you through Arthur’s
Pass, the highest and most well-known
of New Zealand’s mountain passes
characterised by deep gorges, wide
riverbeds and scree slopes.
Start your day as you gaze in
amazement at the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes, where columns
of water shoot skyward from rocks that
resemble giant stacks of hotcakes.
Continue on to Hokitika to visit a
Glassblowing Studio and a Greenstone
Centre, where you will be able to shop
for beautiful pounamu (jade). Bask in
the beautiful terrain of majestic
waterfalls, lush forest and rivers as well
as glistening white glaciers when you
arrive in Westland National Park.
Thereafter, proceed to Franz Josef
where you’ll rest for the night.
Note: The Glassblowing Studio and Greenstone
Centre will be closed on Sunday and Public Holidays.
In the event that accommodation is unavailable in
Franz Josef, we will arrange for you to stay in another
town.
Begin your day with a visit to Franz Josef
Lookout for spectacular views of the
stunning glacier. Then, journey across
the scenic Haast Pass before stopping
for some photos at the beautiful Lake
Hawea. Next, proceed to Lake Wanaka
to find 192 square kilometres of alpine
beauty, complete with rugged
mountains and far-off glaciers feeding a
beautiful expanse of water. Make sure to
snap some pictures of the iconic Lake
Wanaka Tree (the Lone Tree) before
heading to Mrs Jones Fruit Orchard for
a wide selection of fresh and dry local
fruits available all year round. Next, we
will arrive at New Zealand’s most-visited
region, Queenstown. Surrounded by
snow-capped mountain ranges and set
on the shores of the crystal-clear Lake
Wakatipu, Queenstown is the absolute
adventure paradise for thrill-seekers.
Tonight, enjoy a delectable abalone and
lobster seafood dinner at a local
restaurant.
Note: In the event that accommodation is
unavailable in Queenstown, we will arrange for
you to stay in another town.
Spend the day free at leisure to explore
Queenstown on your own. You may
wish to join an optional tour to the
gorgeous Milford Sound, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. Travel by coach
from Queenstown to Fiordland National
Park to explore this lush wilderness,
which includes a Milford Sound boat
cruise.
Kick-start the day with a visit to the
world’s first-ever commercial bungy
jump, the Kawarau Bridge Bungy
Lookout. Then travel to Arrowtown,
a charming former gold mining
settlement with restored miners’
cottages nestled below the surrounding
beautiful peaks and delightful gold
mining sites situated along the Arrow
River. Next, enjoy a scenic ride in the
iconic Skyline Gondola and admire the
exceptional views as you ride the
steepest cable car lift in the Southern
Hemisphere! You’ll be transported 450
metres above Queenstown and Lake
Wakatipu to the top of Bob's Peak,
where you can take in a spectacular
220-degree panorama with
breathtaking views of Coronet Peak, The
Remarkables mountain range, Walter
and Cecil Peak and of course,
Queenstown. Last but not least, you’ll
be in for a treat this evening as you tuck
into the most famous burger in
Queenstown – Fergburgers.
This morning, make your way to Lake
Pukaki to witness a jaw-dropping
landscape of craggy mountain peaks
and glacier-fed alpine lakes of
shimmering turquoise hues beneath
an endless blue sky. Drive past Mount
Cook National Park, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site that covers over 70,000
hectares of breathtaking glaciers,
terminal lakes, turbulent rivers and
Australasia’s tallest peak at 3,724
metres, the mighty Aoraki Mount Cook.
Next, stop by a Salmon Farm for an
opportunity to feed the salmon and
taste fresh salmon sashimi. After that,
move on to the enchanting Lake
Tekapo, a turquoise-coloured lake that
bears the same name as the township.
Pose with the iconic Dog Statue and
see the delightfully quaint Church of
the Good Shepherd by the lakeside.
Note: In the event that accommodation is
unavailable in Lake Tekapo Peppers Bluewater
Resort, we will arrange for you to stay at The Godley
Hotel or similar.
Our day begins with a stop at the
Farmers Corner Alpaca Farm, where
you will get to feed the adorable alpacas
and snap some pictures with them.
The four-hectare farm also provides the
perfect relaxing ambience to bask in the
wonders of nature. After that, proceed to
Christchurch, where you will
commence your sightseeing tour which
will cover some of Christchurch’s top
landmarks – Hagley Park, Botanic
Gardens, Mona Vale and the Cardboard
Cathedral. Continue on to Willowbank
Wildlife Reserve for an encounter with
the Big 5 of New Zealand's wildlife: the
cheeky Kea, the ancient Tuatara, the
Kaka bush parrots, the very rare Takahe
and of course the Kiwi. The reserve offers
a guaranteed kiwi viewing experience
with no glass to hinder your view!
Spend some time relaxing and exploring
the city before transferring to the airport
for your flight back home. We hope you
enjoyed your vacation with our company
and we look forward to seeing you again
on your next trip.
Note: Breakfast box will be provided for early
departure.
• A minimum group of 15 passengers is required for a
confirmed departure.
• The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and
hotels are subject to change without prior notice
in the event of unforeseen circumstances, weather
conditions and local or religious festivals. Due to
local or religious festivals, unforeseen circumstances
and weather conditions, the sequence of itinerary
may need to be changed or alternatives sites
substituted at short notice.
• In the event of discrepancies between English and
Chinese itineraries, the former prevails.
Additional activities that complement your
holidays will be at your own discretion and is
entirely optional. Optional tours & prices are
subject to change without any prior notice
and minimum group size is required to
depart.
Note
Do note that the third bed for triple room may be a "roll-away" bed.
The below chart serves a guideline and may not be applicable to all destinations.
For maximum comfort, we highly recommend a family of four to stay in two rooms.
If extra bed are not available, passengers will be put into : 1 Standard Double / Twin Room + 1 Standard Single Room
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Remarks
Prices shown are just guideline and are not guaranteed until purchase is completed.
Price shown are in SGD
Prices based on twin sharing, and does not include airport taxes and fuel surcharges, optional tours and gratitude for local guides, drivers and tour leaders, if applicable
All tours subject to group size for confirmation
Land arrangement excludes flight arrangements, optional tours and gratitude for local guides, drivers and tour leaders, if applicable
Tour fare does not include visa charges. Passengers have to ensure that they hold a valid visa to enter their destination country. Please refer to http://cibtvisas.sg for visa requirement and charges
From Rotorua’s fascinating Maori culture in North Island to the dazzling milieu of Lake Tekapo in the South, stumble across magnificent marvels of nature and surreal vistas that will leave you breathless with wonder in this epic journey to New Zealand.
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