7D6N New Zealand North South Discovery (Shared Coach Tour)

7D6N New Zealand North South Discovery (Shared Coach Tour) 

An adventure-filled NZ multi-day vacation package with bubbling mud pools and spurting geysers to magnificent vistas and majestic snow-capped mountains.

A perfect tour for those short of time that wish to experience a taste of what each island has to offer. 

Auckland - Rotorua (flight not included) - Queenstown - Milford Sound - Mt Cook - Tekapo - Christchurch

7 days / 6 nights

Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive Auckland

On arrival you will met and privately transferred to your accommodation.  

Auckland is New Zealand's largest city, set between two harbours with gentle sandy shores on the east and black sand, wild surf beaches on the west. Home to sheltered, sparkling blue waters dotted with beautiful emerald islands, we recommend getting out on the water when you are here. Overnight: Auckland

DAY 2: Auckland - Hobbiton - Rotorua

Today's coach tour takes you through lush farmland, to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set, one of New Zealand’s ‘must-see’ destinations.  See where the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies were filmed as your tour guide shares behind-the-scenes tales. You’ll see sights like Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and The Green Dragon Inn, and learn how farmland was transformed into a living, breathing piece of Middle-earth.  After exploring Hobbiton, tuck into a delicious lunch at The Green Dragon Inn before continuing on to Rotorua.  Duration: 7hrs, 45mins.  Overnight:  Rotorua

INCLUDED ACTIVITES: Hobbiton Movie Set

DAY 3: Rotorua

Rotorua is surrounded by a fascinating geothermal landscape with its unique steam vents, spouting geysers and bubbling mud pool set alongside freshwater lakes and majestic native forests. It is also a region immersed in fascinating Maori myths and legends. 

This afternoon you will be transport to Te Puia for a guided tour through the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, the Kiwi Conservation Centre and the geothermal valley.  Then enjoy a Hangi Dinner overlooking the valley and geyser, followed by a 40 minute cultural performance. The evening culminates with hot chocolate and pudding on the geyser terrace.  Duration: 4.5 hours.  Overnight: Rotorua 

DAY 4: Rotorua - Queenstown (Flight not Included)

Depart on your domestic flight to Queenstown.  (Airfare is NOT included).

Magnificent vistas and majestic mountains dominate this compact alpine resort town and with such an expansive natural physical environment it is not surprising that Queenstown has been described as the Adventure Capital of the World.  Overnight: Queenstown 

Flight Time Rotorua to Queenstown approx. 3 hours 

OPTIONAL ACTIVITES: Skyline Gondola Ride + 3 Luge, Original Onsen Exclusive Indoor Pool

DAY 5: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown

Fiordland is one of the world’s last great wildernesses.  Today's stunning tour takes you past mirror lakes and waterfalls into Milford Sound, carved by ice age glaciers and famously described as the eighth wonder of the world. On arrival, board your vessel for a cruise of the fiord surrounded by towering mountains and cliffs that plunge into the sea.  Feel the refreshing spray of a waterfall as you cruise close to sheer rock faces before returning to shore.  After a big day out, reflect on memories of a lifetime on your coach return to Queenstown. Lunch is included.  Duration:  approx. 12 hours.  Overnight: Queenstown

DAY 6: Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch

Departing Queenstown, your passionate driver guide will bring todays journey to life, sharing stories and rich background knowledge. Pass through the stunning Kawarau Gorge, fruit and wine growing region of Cromwell, following beautiful Lake Dunstan and through the dramatic Lindis Pass. Travel the vast plains of the Mackenzie district alongside magnificent turquoise blue lake framed by Aoraki Mt Cook and the spectacular Southern Alps to Mt Cook Village where you have some free time. Leaving Mt Cook it’s not hard to see why many Lord of the Rings scenes were filmed nearby. Your driver guide will point them out on the journey to Lake Tekapo where you will make a stop close to the popular Church of the Good Shepherd before continuing through the amazing countryside to Christchurch. Duration: approx. 5 hours.  Overnight: Christchurch

DAY 7: Depart Christchurch

Arrangements conclude today with a departure transfer to Christchurch Airport.

Recommendation:  Add an additional night in Queenstown and/or Mt Cook to see more. 

OPTIONAL ACTIVITES: Antarctic Centre

Included in this tour:

✅ Exclusive Meet & Greet Arrival Transfer

✅ 6 Nights Accommodation

✅ Hobbiton Movie Set Tour

✅ Te Ra Guided Experience

✅ Te Po - Indigenous Evening Experience 

✅ Milford Sound Tour with Cruise & Lunch

✅ Queenstown/Mt Cook/Christchurch Tour

✅ Airport Transfers

Pricing Period: 1 October 2024 – 30 April 2025

Standard Hotels: Single: $2,978 | Twin: $2,048 | Triple: $1,858

Superior Hotels: Single: $3,328 | Twin: $2,218 | Triple: $2,008

First Class Hotels: Single: $3,738 | Twin: $2,408 | Triple: $2,128

Option to add on breakfast $190 per person 

Pricing Period: 1 May 2025 - 30 September 2025

Standard Hotels: Single: $3,148 | Twin: $2,148

Superior Hotels: Single: $3,478 | Twin: $2,238 | Triple: $2,048 

First Class Hotels: Single: $3,978 | Twin: $2,568 | Triple: $2,128

Option to add on breakfast $210 per person