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New Zealand 9 Nights 10 Days Tour – Auckland to Christchurch
₹2,73,360/- per person
Duration10 Days / 9 Nights
DestinationNew Zealand
Tour TypeHoneymoon | Family Trip
Best TimeDecember to March
Overview
Experience New Zealand in 10 days with a scenic journey from Auckland to Christchurch. Visit Hobbiton and Waitomo, explore Rotorua’s Māori culture, cruise Milford Sound, enjoy Queenstown’s Skyline Gondola and luge rides, experience Franz Josef Glacier by helicopter and travel aboard the TranzAlpine Scenic Train.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Auckland – Gateway to Aotearoa
Arrive in Auckland and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy leisure time before visiting the iconic Sky Tower for panoramic views of Auckland, its harbour and surrounding scenery.
Day 2
Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo & Hobbiton
Travel through the scenic Waikato region and visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Continue to the famous Hobbiton Movie Set before arriving in Rotorua.
Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3
Rotorua – Agrodome & Te Pō Māori Experience
Enjoy an interactive farm experience at Agrodome, followed by Te Pō, an immersive Māori cultural experience featuring traditional stories, songs and performances.
Meals included:Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4
Rotorua to Queenstown – Scenic Flight & Arrival
Travel to Queenstown, surrounded by Lake Wakatipu and the Southern Alps. After your hotel transfer, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Meals included:Breakfast
Day 5
Milford Sound Cruise – Fiordland Adventure
Travel from Queenstown through spectacular Fiordland landscapes to Milford Sound. Enjoy a scenic cruise surrounded by dramatic cliffs, waterfalls and alpine scenery.
Meals included:Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6
Queenstown Highlights & Skyline 3 Luge Ride
Explore Queenstown’s scenic highlights before enjoying the Skyline Gondola and three luge rides with panoramic views of the lake and mountains.
Meals included:Breakfast
Day 7
Queenstown to Franz Josef – Scenic Transfer
Travel by SIC coach through Haast Pass towards Franz Josef, passing mountains, waterfalls and lush rainforest. Arrive and relax in the glacier region.
Meals included:Breakfast
Day 8
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Experience
Enjoy a 20-minute helicopter experience over Franz Josef Glacier with a snow landing, offering spectacular views of glaciers, mountains and the Southern Alps.
Meals included:Breakfast
Day 9
Franz Josef to Christchurch by TranzAlpine Train
Travel towards Christchurch combining a scenic road transfer with the TranzAlpine scenic train journey. Arrive in Christchurch and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Meals included:Breakfast
Day 10
Farewell from Christchurch
Check out and transfer to Christchurch International Airport for your onward journey, concluding your New Zealand holiday.
Meals included:Breakfast
Inclusions
- 9 Nights Accommodation
- 9 Breakfasts
- 2 Lunches
- 1 Dinner
- Sky Tower Entry
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Agrodome Farm Show
- Te Pō Māori Experience
- Milford Sound Cruise
- Queenstown Highlights Tour
- Skyline Gondola
- 3 Luge Rides
- 20-Minute Franz Josef Helicopter Ride with Snow Landing
- TranzAlpine Scenic Train
- SIC Transfers
Exclusions
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Visa & Passport Fees
- Travel Insurance
- Vaccinations
- Personal Expenses
- Tips
- Hotel Incidentals
- Credit Card Surcharges
Cancellation Policy
30+ days before travel: 25% cancellation charges
15–29 days before travel: 50% cancellation charges
7–14 days before travel: 75% cancellation charges
Less than 7 days or no-show: 100% cancellation charges
Cancellation requests must be made in writing. The cancellation policy mentioned in the final booking quote will override this policy. Flight cancellation charges depend on the fare rules booked. Credit card convenience fees are non-refundable.
No refunds will be provided for unused services, tour curtailment, or no-shows. Any refund, if applicable, will be processed only after receiving funds from suppliers/hotels.
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FAQ
What is included in this New Zealand tour?
The package includes 9 nights accommodation, specified meals, Sky Tower, Hobbiton, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Agrodome, Te Pō, Milford Sound Cruise, Queenstown sightseeing, Skyline Gondola with 3 luge rides, Franz Josef helicopter experience and TranzAlpine Scenic Train.
Are flights included in the package?
No. International and domestic air tickets are not included.
Which destinations are covered in this itinerary?
The tour covers Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Franz Josef and Christchurch.
What is the cancellation policy for this tour?
A full refund applies more than 45 days before departure, 25% cancellation fee applies from 45–31 days, and 100% cancellation fee applies 30 days or less before departure.