Heart-warming Queenstown Tour Package for 10 Days 9 Nights

On arrival in Christchurch, ‘The Garden City’, you will be met by our local representative and privately transferred to your hotel. Check in at the hotel by 1400hrs (Early check-in is subject to availability). The rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight in CHRISTCHURCH. At leisure OVERNIGHT: Southern Sun Cape Sun (Standard Room) 4 Star 3 x night(s) WEBSITE: www.tsogosun.com MEALS: None

Buffet Breakfast at the hotel Check out of the hotel as you are transferred to Christchurch Railway Station – Seat In Coach Transfer Board TranzAlpine train from Christchurch to Greymouth Depart Christchurch on the Tranz Alpine train and travel beside the Waimakariri River, through the Southern Alps and onto the alpine village of Arthur’s Pass before arriving in Greymouth. Upon arrival at Greymouth Station SEAT IN COACH PASSENGERS: Travel by Seat in Coach around the south along the rugged West Coast to the glacier region of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers SELF DRIVE PASSENGERS: Pick up Self Drive Car as per the car selection and drive south along the Scenic West Coast. Maybe take a stop at Hokitika to see greenstone carvers and glass blowers at work. Continue through the former gold mining townships of Ross and Harihari. It is a short journey from here to the glacier region of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers SELF DRIVE CAR INCLUSIONS: Drive Unlimited KM, Loss Damage Waiver and Airport Fee; Transmission: Automatic. Features: 4 doors, Power Steering, Radio/CD, Air-conditioning, Airbags. Overnight in GLACIER REGION.

Buffet Breakfast at the hotel Today morning enjoy Heliservices Twin Glacier with snow landing 30mins Discover the wonders of both the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers with this scenic flight. Take advantage of the terrific photo opportunities of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman while landed on the snow. The rest of the day is free to explore the region. Overnight in GLACIER REGION

Buffet Breakfast at the hotel Check out of the hotel SEAT IN COACH PASSENGERS: Depart Glacier Region today by seat in coach through spectacular mountain ranges, native forests and lakes to Haast Pass, gateway to World Heritage Westland National Park. Follow the shores of Lakes Hawea and Wanaka to Queenstown. SELF DRIVE PASSENGERS: Depart Glacier Region and drive down the West Coast past spectacular mountain ranges, native forests and lakes to the Haast Pass, gateway to World Heritage Westland National Park. Travel into the Makarora Valley past Lake Hawea and Wanaka to the Kawarau Gorge. Follow its shores to the resort town of Queenstown. Overnight in QUEENSTOWN

Buffet Breakfast at the hotel Today enjoy full day excursion of Milford Sound SEAT IN COACH PASSENGERS: Travel by seat in coach to Lumsden, and onward to Lake Te Anau and travel through the breath taking man made Homer Tunnel to reach Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on this world famous fiord, dominated by Mitre Peak and the cascading Bowen Falls. Return to Queenstown. SELF DRIVE PASSENGERS: Follow the southern arm of Lake Wakatipu to Lumsden, and onward to Lake Te Anau. Enter the Eglinton Valley and travel through the breath taking man made Homer Tunnel to reach Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on this world famous fiord, dominated by Mitre Peak and the cascading Bowen Falls. Driver back to Queenstown the same route. Overnight in QUEENSTOWN.

Buffet Breakfast at the hotel The day is free to explore the endless optional attractions available. Queenstown offers bungy jumping, jetboating, white water rafting, gondola rides and much more. Optional activities not included in the tour price. Overnight in QUEENSTOWN. The day is free to explore the endless optional attractions available. Queenstown offers bungy jumping, jetboating, white water rafting, gondola rides and much more. Optional activities not included in the tour price. Overnight in QUEENSTOWN.

Buffet Breakfast at the hotel Check out of the hotel SEAT IN COACH PASSENGERS: Transfer from Hotel to Queenstown Airport SELF DRIVE PASSENGERS: Drive and Return your rental vehicle to Queenstown Airport Fly: Queenstown/Rotorua (flight cost not included) On arrival at Rotorua Airport SEAT IN COACH PASSENGERS: Transfer from Rotorua Airport to Hotel SELF DRIVE PASSENGERS: Collect your rental car and make your way to your Hotel. In the evening enjoy Te Po (Indigenous Evening Experience), enjoy an authentic Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert Overnight in ROTORUA.

Buffet Breakfast at the hotel Enjoy full day tour of Rotorua Sights SEAT IN COACH PASSENGERS: Start this morning with a sightseeing tour around three of Rotorua's iconic visitor attractions. Te Puia, a place of Maori culture, Explore Rainbow Springs Nature Park, which showcases native flora and fauna. Then see NZ's agricultural industry in action with a sheep shearing display and sheep dog trials at the Agrodome. Following lunch (own expense) the Hobbiton Movie Set coach will take you on a scenic drive across the Kaimai Ranges to the picturesque 1,250 acre farm near Matamata where scenes from the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies were filmed. Upon completion of the Movie Set tour you will be transferred to Rotorua by the Hobbiton Movie Set coach to Rotorua where the tour concludes SELF DRIVE PASSENGERS: Drive and visit Agrodome Farm Show : Visit the Agrodome for a New Zealand farm show featuring sheep dog demonstrations, cow milking and an introduction to the stars of our sheep industry. Rainbow Springs All Inclusive Park Entry : Visit the Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park where hundreds of brown and rainbow trout can be seen swimming in the crystal clear spring waters. Walk along a level bush walk with many varieties of native ferns and view the resident bird life in the natural surroundings. The Big Splash ride is included. Te Ra (Day Pass) - Guided Tour 90mins : Today visit Te Puia Geothermal Reserve to view the boiling mudpools and cascading Pohutu geyser and see local Maori carvers in action. Drive north to Matamata (1hr drive), the town’s main attraction comes from the film industry after the Alexander brothers farm became the Shire in Peter Jackson Lord of the Rings movie trilogy. Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour : Discover Middle-earth on a picturesque private farmland. Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film trilogy in a two-hour guided tour. Travel back to Rotorua its recommend to travel via the corrugated town of Tirau. Overnight in ROTORUA

Buffet Breakfast at the hotel Check out and travel to Auckland via Waitomo SEAT IN COACH PASSENGERS: Travel over the forested Mamuku Hills to reach Waitomo. Enjoy a guided tour of the world famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves including an underground boat ride (weather permitting) viewing thousands of glowworms lighting up the cave walls and roof. On completion continue through the fertile Waikato area to reach Auckland. SELF DRIVE PASSENGERS: Travel over the forested Mamaku Ranges to reach Waitomo. Enjoy a guided tour of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Continue through the fertile Waikato area to reach Auckland. Overnight in AUCKLAND.

Buffet Breakfast at the hotel SEAT IN COACH PASSENGERS: Transfer Hotel to Airport Seat in Coach SELF DRIVE PASSENGERS: Return your rental vehicle to Auckland Airport and check in for your departure flight.