Best of New Zealand

Ruggedly beautiful Auckland, thermal Rotorua & the Maori, cosmopolitan Queenstown, Dunedin & Christchurch; optional extension to Tahiti

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Style
Small Group Tour
Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout
DeparturesGroup Size24 travelers max
ThemesHistory & Culture, Nature & Wildlife
What to Expect
Small groups guaranteed not to exceed 24 passengers. This moderately-paced, partially escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness.
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Package includes

  • Flights
  • Coach
  • Transfers
  • Hotel
  • Meals
  • Guides
  • Round-trip flights from Los Angeles on Air Tahiti Nui including fuel surcharges and taxes & fees
  • All intra-New Zealand flights & ground transportation
  • Deluxe & first class hotels with private bath
  • 15 meals: 9 buffet breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
  • Comprehensive touring program including entrance fees
  • Special opportunity to visit a local farm and enjoy afternoon tea
  • Scenic Train journey from Pukerangi to Dunedin with included picnic lunch
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guides and local tour guides

Optional add-ons

  • Optional post tour extension to Tahiti

Why you'll love it

  • Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Dunedin, Christchurch, Maori Hangi event, Spinning demonstration, Milford Sound cruise

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