Spectacular Nature to Sparkling Cityscapes New Zealand Tour

Urupukapuka Island, Bay of Islands.

What to expect on this itinerary

Every day on this opulent 17-day retreat of New Zealand will provide you with limitless opportunities to discover the country at your own pace and in your own way. Resplendent experiences abound across the hypnotizing destinations of New Zealand, and you will be continuously blown away as you explore the idyllic landscapes and cultural nuances that sweep from Keri Keri to Auckland. The choices will be entirely yours!

Countries Visited

New Zealand

Places Visited

Keri Keri, Taupo, Waitomo, Napier, Nelson, Abel Tasman National Park, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Blanket Bay, Auckland

Suggested Duration

17 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Keri Keri - Arrive at the Bay of Islands

Your journey in New Zealand will begin in the city of Keri Keri on the banks of the breathtaking Bay of Islands. After a short flight from Auckland, you will transfer to your luxurious accommodation on its own private ridgeline of the bewildering bay. Views of snow-capped mountains, turquoise water, and rolling pastures will all officially welcome you to this spellbinding destination.

What's Included:

Transfer
Accommodation
Day 2

Keri Keri - Marine Moments in the Bay

Day 3

Keri Keri - More Marvelous Scenes to Explore

Day 4

Taupo - Beneath the Silver Streams of Huka Falls

Day 5

Taupo - Gorgeous Geothermal Spectacles

Day 6

Taupo - Glowing Caves and Thermal Pools

Day 7

Napier - Between Flourishing Vineyards

Day 8

Napier - Delectable Vintages and Delightful Valleys

Day 9

Abel Tasman National Park - A Tasteful Arrival

Day 10

Abel Tasman National Park - Postcard-Perfect Memories

Day 11

Abel Tasman National Park - Slow Living on Golden Shores

Day 12

Queenstown - Adventurous Spirits and History Buffs

Day 13

Queenstown - Mind-Blowing Landscape Views

Day 14

Blanket Bay - Absolute Peace and Quiet

Day 15

Blanket Bay - Remote Journeys in a Rich Landscape

Day 16

Auckland - Fine Dining in a Humming City

Day 17

Auckland - Departure

Trip Highlights

  • Admire the remarkable marine spectacles and marine life sightings when snorkeling among the Bay of Islands
  • Stroll through the forested landscapes of Kauri and Puketi and unravel the history that veils the old-world town of Russell
  • Station yourself beneath the pounding streams of Huka Falls, one of New Zealand’s largest waterfalls
  • Embark on adventures across the geothermal landscapes of Taupo and Rotorua, where you can kayak across  Acacia Bay or traverse the Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland
  • Allow the marvelous scenes of glow worms or moments enjoyed in thermal pools near Lake Rotoiti to seduce you
  • Satiate your desires for fine wine at the premier wine estates on New Zealand’s coveted Napier vineyards
  • Chart the glistening water that surrounds Abel Tasman National Park to castaway coves and golden beaches
  • Witness the mesmerizing scenery that blankets Abel Tasman National Park from a unique vantage point when hovering over it in a biplane
  • Witness the summits that surround Queenstown on a zip-line or uncover the rich ancestry of Arrowtown on a peaceful history tour
  • Capture the unrivaled vistas of Milford Sound by flying above in a plane and cruising past in a boat
  • Race across the Dart River between towering rocky canyons on a jet boat cruise from Queenstown
  • Indulge in remote excursions across the isolated slice of mountainous paradise of Blanket Bay on tranquil walks across the peaks or through the beech forests

Starting Price

$19,400 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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