Sunset over the snowy peaks of Mount Cook, South Island
Sunset over the snowy peaks of Mount Cook, South Island
Scenery in Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki & Mount Cook National Park
Scenery in Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki & Mount Cook National Park
Beautiful Train Station & Lanarch Castle Architecture, Dunedin
Beautiful Train Station & Lanarch Castle Architecture, Dunedin
Milford Sound Cruise & Mitre Peak, South Island
Milford Sound Cruise & Mitre Peak, South Island
Glow Worm Tour, Stunning Landscapes & Fun Activities in Queensland, South Island
Glow Worm Tour, Stunning Landscapes & Fun Activities in Queensland, South Island
Franz Josef Glacier, Arrowtown, Haast Pass & Punakaiki Rocks
Franz Josef Glacier, Arrowtown, Haast Pass & Punakaiki Rocks
Picton Harbour & Parliament Building and Lord of the Rings Tour in Wellington, North Island
Picton Harbour & Parliament Building and Lord of the Rings Tour in Wellington, North Island
Steaming Geysers & Traditional Maori Boats in Rotorua, North Island
Steaming Geysers & Traditional Maori Boats in Rotorua, North Island
Auckland, Agrodome Show & Beautiful Bay of Islands Scenery
Auckland, Agrodome Show & Beautiful Bay of Islands Scenery

Spirit of New Zealand

20 nights from £7,019 per person Including Flights

Overview

Taking in the best of the North Island with a more comprehensive tour of the South Island, the Spirit of New Zealand is a fully escorted 21-day tour. Offering exceptional value for money, you’ll start in Christchurch and head south to Dunedin before travelling northwards up the South Island. (AA)

Highlights:

  • Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd
  • Take a city tour of Dunedin
  • Embark on an overnight cruise of Milford Sound
  • Spend some free time in Queenstown
  • Explore the natural beauty of Franz Josef Glacier
  • Visit the seaside village of Picton before cruising Queen Charlotte Sound
  • Relax and unwind in the Bay of Islands
  • End your trip in the welcoming city of Auckland

Whats included?
  • Flights & taxes
  • Accommodation
  • Checked baggage
  • ATOL protection
  • In resort assistance & 24 hour contact centre
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Day 1

Arrive in Christchurch

When you arrive in Christchurch you’ll be transferred to your hotel, then in the evening you’ll meet your tour guide and have a welcome reception and dinner with your tour group.

Overnight: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch

Day 2

Omarama

Today you’ll board your coach and take a look around Christchurch. Later on you’ll visit Lake Tekapo and Pukaki, before enjoying a trip to the Church of the Good Shepherd. Finally you’ll take in some of the scenery in Mount Cook National Park - a scenic highlight! Opt to take a scenic flight over Mt. Cook (weather permitting).

Overnight: Heritage Gateway, Omarama

Breakfast and dinner included

Day 3

Dunedin

On day three you’ll travel down to Dunedin for a tour of the city including the stunning Railway Station.

Overnight: Kingsgate Hotel, Dunedin

Breakfast included

Day 4

Dunedin  - Invercargill

Today you'll head to Invercargill, known as the country music capital of New Zealand and a great sport for motorsport lovers.

Overnight: Kelvin Hotel

Breakfast included.

Day 5

Stewart Island

Today you will explore Stewart Island's rugged coastline, home to endemic flora and fauna including beautiful birds.

Overnight: Kelvin Hotel

Breakfast included.

Days 6-7

 

Invercargill - Queenstown

You’ll stay in Queenstown for two nights enjoying a multitude of activities including everything from wine touring, golf playing, 4WD excursion, exploring Queenstown or take a cruise acroos Lake Wakatipu and enjoy a gourmet BBQ dinner with entertainment. If you fancy something more adventurous try your hand at bungee jumping and skydiving or jet-skiing and windsurfing.

Overnight: Copthorne Hotel & Resort, Queenstown 

Two breakfasts included

Day 8

Franz Josef

Today you’ll visit the gold mining town of Arrowtown and taste some lovely stone fruits at Cromwell. Afterwards you’ll head on to three beautiful lakes: Dunstan, Hawea and Wanaka before sampling the stunning beauty of Haast Pass and the jaw-dropping Thunder Creek Falls before heading on to Franz Josef Glacier.

Overnight: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Graham Wing)

Breakfast and dinner included

Day 9

Franz Josef/Punakaiki

You’ll start today with a viewing Franz Josef Glacier, either taking a hike or an optional flight to see the scenery from above. Afterwards you’ll visit Hokitika, home to the native greenstone before seeing the Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki.

Overnight: Ocean View Retreat Punakaiki

Breakfast and dinner included

Days 10-11

Nelson

On day 10 you’ll drive through Buller Gorge and on to sunny Nelson. Here you’ll stay two nights to explore the city taking in the World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and browsing the range of craft shops and boutiques. On day 11 you can choose to visit Abel Tasman National Park or just relax in the city.

Overnight: The Rutherford Hotel

Two breakfasts included

Day 12-13

Wellington

On day 12 you’ll reach New Zealand’s capital Wellington, stopping off at Picton and cruising on the Queen Charlotte Sound along the way. Take a guided sightseeing tour before a look around Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand. Day 13 is a day at leisure where you could take a tour of Parliament, go on a Lord of the Rings movie tour or take a more relaxed approach to your day.

Overnight: Travelodge, Wellington

Two breakfasts, lunch on day 12 and dinner on day 13 included

Day 14

Napier

Today you will travel through the vineyard of the Wairarapa region and Hawke's Bay on the way to Napier. Your special packed lunch today won't only be wholesome, it will also feed a Kiwi child who may otherwise fo without, through the charity 'Eat My Lunch'. Upon arrival in Napier, take a walking tour of the Art Deco area of Napier upon arrival and learn the history of the city and understand how it was rebuilt after the famous earthquake of 1931.

Overnight: Scenic Hotel Te Panai, Napier

Breakfast included

Days 15-16

Rotorua

On day 15 you’ll travel past Lake Taupo and the Huka Falls before arriving in Rotorua. You will visit Te Puia, the Maori Arts and Crafts institute - you'll see demonstrations of wood carvings and weaving, tour the geothermal valley and hear about its importance to the Maori people. In the evening you’ll enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi feast and concert at the Tamaki Maori Village. Day 16 is a free day to epxlore Rotorua at lesiure.

Overnight: Sudima Lake Rotorua

Two breakfasts and dinner on day 15 included

Day 17

Auckland

Travel through the dairy-farming land of Waikato en route to Auckland.

Overnight: Holiday Inn Express, Auckland

Breakfast included

Days 18-19

Bay of Islands

On day 18 you’ll depart Auckland and head along the stunning Hibiscus Coast. Stop off to walk among the Kauri trees in Parry Kauri Park and then carry on to Whangarei, New Zealand’s most northerly city. Later you’ll visit Paihia in the lovely Bay of Islands and then take a scenic cruise to Cape Brett to see the famous Hole in the Rock. Day 19 is free to explore the rest of the Bay of Islands. Perhaps go sailing or take a coach trip to Cape Reinga.

Overnight: Copthorne Resort Bay of Islands, Garden Room

Two breakfasts and dinner on day 18 included

Day 20

Auckland

Drive through the lush farmland scenery on your return to Auckland. Later on join your tour group for a celebratory farewell dinner.

Overnight: Holiday Inn Express, Auckland

Breakfast and farewell dinner included

Day 21

Depart Auckland

Today, after breakfast you’ll transfer to Auckland airport for your flight home.

(Breakfast included)

  • International Flights
  • Internal travel: Coach, Cruise
  • Hotel (20 nights)
  • 20 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 8 dinners included
  • Sights and excursions as listed: Visit to the Church of the Good Shepherd; Overnight cruise on Milford Sound; Cruise through the Glow Worm Caves; Visit Franz Josef Glacier; Traditional Maori hangi feast; Visit to Bay of Islands; Maori cultural experience, cruise to the 'Hole in the Rock'.
  • Tour guide throughout, local guides
  • No single supplement, if sharing room

The following excursions are available to book - approximate prices per person in New Zealand dollars:

  • Cape Reinga Via 90-mile Beach (Bay of Islands) $160
  • Discover Kerikerl (Bay of Islands) $65
  • Darryl's Dinner Cruise (Bay of Islands) $109
  • Rainbow Springs Wildlife Park (Rotorua) $45
  • Rotorua City and Lakes Duck Tour $75
  • Hobbiton Movie Set Tour (Rotorua) $119
  • Weta Weillington $68
  • Abel Tasman Seashuttle – Discoverer Day (Nelson) $86
  • Grand Traverse Scenic Flight (Mt Cook) $395
  • Speight's Brewery Tour (Dunedin) $30
  • Monarch Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin) $154
  • Taleri Gorge Railway (Dunedin) $109
  • Larnach Castle (Dunedin) $78
  • Kiwi Birdlife Park (Queenstown) $55
  • Shotover Jet Boat Ride (Queenstown) $159
  • Canyon Scenic Tour with Jet Boat (Queenstown) $195
  • TSS Earnslaw, cruise only (Queenstown) $72
  • Haast River Safari (Franz Josef Glacier) $109
  • Helicopter Flight, Mountain Scenic Spectacular Flight 40min (Franz Josef Glacier) $490

Please note these prices are a guide only and can change at any time.

Holly Reid
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