South (6 Days) + North Island (6 Days) Tour of New Zealand ❤ Includes Capital City Wellington
Christchurch, Oamaru, Little Blue Penguins, Milford Sound Cruise, South Island's 5 Lakes, Lake Tekapo, Auckland, Hobbiton, New Plymouth, Mount Taranaki, Wellington, Napier, Taupo, Rotorua, Waitomo Glowworm Caves (Departs every Monday)
Itinerary
Price: $4087 NZD per person Twin Share Price per Person (NZD): Adult: $4,087 Child (12–4 years, sharing with one adult): $3,688 Child (12–4 years, sharing with two adults): $3,289 Child (4–2 years): $2,891 Infant under 2 without bed (seat only, no other services included): $1,730 Single Supplement: $1,150/person * Tour Highlights * Christchurch – The most classically British city in the South Pacific Oamaru – A coastal town full of Victorian charm Little Blue Penguins – Watch the smallest penguins in the world return home from sea Milford Sound Cruise – Enjoy a buffet meal onboard while marveling at dramatic fjords carved by ancient glaciers South Island’s Five Famous Lakes – Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, Lake Wakatipu, Lake Te Anau, Lake Mirror Lake Tekapo – "The place to sleep under the stars" in Māori, known for the world’s most beautiful night skies Auckland – The City of Sails and a stunning harbour city Hobbiton Movie Set – Filming location for "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" New Plymouth – Artsy coastal capital of the North Island’s west coast and ranked the world’s most livable small city Mount Taranaki – A spectacular cone-shaped volcano, the “Mount Fuji of Oceania” and a trending travel spot Wellington – Explore New Zealand’s capital and ride the Wellington Cable Car Napier – Discover New Zealand’s wine country and vineyards Taupo – Visit Lake Taupo and the powerful Huka Falls Rotorua – A geothermal wonderland and the cultural heart of the Māori people Waitomo Glowworm Caves – Marvel at glowing worms in magical limestone caves * Sample Itinerary * Day 1: Christchurch – Lake Tekapo (3 hrs, 230 km) Hotel: Boutique Lakeside Lodge Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Chinese (for morning arrivals) Dinner: Salmon buffet Day 2: Lake Tekapo – Mount Cook (1 hr 30 min, 105 km) – Queenstown (3 hrs 30 min, 263 km) Hotel: Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park or similar Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Own expense Dinner: Roast lamb and seafood rice Day 3: Queenstown Hotel: Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park or similar Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Own expense Dinner: Own expense Day 4: Queenstown – Milford Sound (optional, 4 hrs 15 min, 290 km) – Te Anau (2 hrs, 120 km) Hotel: Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau or similar Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Cruise buffet Dinner: Chinese Day 5: Te Anau – Dunedin (3 hrs 45 min, 295 km) – Oamaru (1 hr 45 min, 120 km) Hotel: Heritage Court Motor Lodge Oamaru or similar Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Chinese Dinner: Māori stone grill buffet Day 6: Oamaru – Christchurch (3 hrs 30 min, 255 km) / Auckland (own flight) We recommend booking flights from Christchurch departing after 3:30 PM Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Own expense Day 7: Auckland – Hobbiton – Rotorua Meet at Sky Tower between 7–8 AM; pick-up available from Auckland airport hotels Hotel: Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua or similar (4-star) Lunch: Western buffet Dinner: Chinese Day 8: Rotorua – Taupo – Napier Hotel: Quality Inn Napier or similar (4-star) Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Own expense Dinner: Own expense Day 9: Napier – Wellington Hotel: Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay or similar (4-star) Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Own expense Dinner: Chinese Day 10: Wellington – Palmerston North Hotel: Copthorne Hotel Palmerston North or similar (4-star) Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Dim sum Dinner: Own expense Day 11: Palmerston North – New Plymouth Hotel: Plymouth International Hotel or similar (4-star) Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: Own expense Dinner: Chinese Day 12: New Plymouth – Waitomo Glowworm Caves – Auckland Breakfast: Western at hotel Lunch: BBQ buffet Please note: itinerary is for reference only and may be adjusted by the tour guide depending on conditions. The travel agency reserves the right to adjust the tour sequence as necessary. Inclusions 1. 3–4 star hotel accommodations with daily buffet breakfast 2. Meals as listed in the itinerary (Chinese meals: 6 people – 6 dishes 1 soup; 7 people – 7 dishes 1 soup; 8+ people – 8 dishes 1 soup) 3. Transport: 12–25 seat vehicle with Chinese-speaking driver-guide (daily working hours 10 hrs; overtime $150 NZD cash to be paid to the guide) 4. Entrance tickets for 5 main attractions: Hobbiton, Wellington Cable Car, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Milford Sound Cruise, Penguin Reserve 5. Note: Additional holiday surcharge of NZD$130/person may apply for Christmas, New Year, and Spring Festival periods. Please check with your sales agent or the booking calendar. Exclusions 1. Guide gratuities (recommended NZD$6/person/day) 2. Meals not listed, airfare, visa fees, optional activities 3. Additional expenses caused by weather, hotel issues, or other uncontrollable factors 4. Strongly recommended to purchase travel insurance
Policies & Reminders
Special Reminders: 1. Prices may change based on hotel availability, special events, or public holidays. Final confirmed price will apply. 2. Triple rooms in NZ typically have one large bed and one small bed or cot. If three separate beds are needed, please inform us in advance. If the hotel can't confirm, guests may need to switch rooms and pay extra fees. 3. It is strongly recommended to purchase travel and personal insurance. The agency is not liable for any costs arising from failure to do so. *Cancellation Policy:* - 50% deposit required on confirmation, balance due 21 days before departure. - Cancellations: - 30-15 days before: 30% of the tour fee is non-refundable. - 14-8 days before: 50% of the tour fee is non-refundable. - 7 days before: No refunds for cancellations or changes. - If a guest cannot travel due to COVID-19, refunds follow the above terms. - The agency is not responsible for missed meetings with the guide. - Itinerary adjustments may occur due to local conditions (weather, flights, etc.). - If hotels are fully booked, the agency may substitute with equal-rated hotels. *Booking Notes:* Special Reminder: Prices may change based on availability or public holidays. Final confirmed price will apply. Smoking is prohibited in rooms and balconies, with fines starting at 500 NZD. Guests are responsible for fines and may face legal action for non-payment. For motion sickness, bring medication and a vomit bag. Terms & Restrictions: Itinerary may adjust due to weather or force majeure. If attractions are unavailable, refunds or alternatives of equal value will be offered. Shopping during free time is the guest’s responsibility. Insurance: Travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover unexpected costs. If waived, guests are responsible for any related fees. If disrupted by force majeure (weather, war, strikes, etc.), refunds will follow the agreement, but other services are subject to provider policies. No refunds for voluntary withdrawals. The agency is only responsible for listed services, not unforeseen incidents. All prices listed as NZD or $ are in New Zealand Dollars. All terms, conditions, and descriptions are governed by New Zealand laws. All text, images, logos, and icons are the agency’s intellectual property and protected by law. *Refer to the most recent itinerary for updates.*
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