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- AAT Kings
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- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 20 - 50
- Age range 5 to 99
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Cruise on the magical waters of mystical Milford Sound
- Immerse yourself in the cultural traditions of Dunedin
- Journey past crystal clear lakes and towering mountains
- Admire the awe-inspiring beauty of Franz Josef Glacier
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Welcome to Christchurch
- Day 2 Christchurch - Franz Josef/Waiau
- Day 3 Franz Josef/Waiau - Queenstown
- Day 4 Queenstown Free Time
- Day 5 Queenstown - Te Anau
- Day 6 Te Anau - Dunedin
- Day 7 Dunedin - Omarama
- Day 8 Omarama - Christchurch
- Day 9 Christchurch - Picton
- Day 10 Picton - Wellington
- Day 11 Wellington - Rotorua
- Day 12 Rotorua Free Time
- Day 13 Rotorua - Auckland
- Day 14 Farewell from Auckland
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 50 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries

Operated by
AAT Kings
Number of tours
279
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
within 2 days
Response rate
92%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingAverage
- ItineraryAverage
- TransportGood
- AccommodationAverage
- FoodRather poor
- AAnnette· November 29th, 2019Where do we begin, the bus was brand new and very clean but we were told you can only use the toilet if it’s an emergency. We were told by law we had to wear seatbelts at all times and yet the tour director can walk up and down the bus? Our driver was great although from the back of the bus it seemed as if she were taking the corners extremely fast. On the tour itself there needs to be more continuity with meals and accommodation for what we paid. One minute we were in 4 star which apparently we needed to be thankful for and the next minute we were in 2 star? The food was buffet for breakfast and dinner for 95% of the time and about 75% of the time was disgusting. The tour director is entitled to a drink after work but I think 3 during work time is not impressive. There’s not enough time to see places when you stop, your told you have 1hr at the most to leave the coach, go to the bathroom after you find one and hope there isn’t a lineup, there usually is, find somewhere to order your lunch and eat, have a look around and get back on the bus. Your also told a time to have your bags out and have breakfast and get on the bus usually within an hour every morning. Not impressed when they turned up 20 min early to collect the bags on instruction from the tour director. Be careful if you change your mind about going on extra outings, we witnessed the tour director on several occasions become publicly frustrated with passengers who had changed their minds about going. I understand the frustration but this is something that should be spoken about in private, very uncomfortable and humiliating for the passengers. I also find it very offensive that the tour director had the ordasity to ask for gratuities for herself and the driver if passengers thought they had received exceptional service, don’t you think we have paid enough already? They are paid a wage just like we are.You need to have a different section on the bus for smokers, the smell on passengers clothes and skin after smoking was disgusting. The tour director also made derogatory comments about the Chinese “ Corrupt and Communist Country” I found this disgusting as did the other passengers.Show moreAAT Kings commented on this reviewHi Annette, thankyou for sharing your feedback. This is disappointing to hear, we are sorry to hear that your Guided Holiday didn't meet your expectations. We take feedback seriously, and would like to investigate this trip further, if you could kindly... Show moreTrip date: November 2019
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- L
Lauren
Asked on December 4th, 2018Is tipping my Travel Director or Driver Guide compulsory?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
Tipping is not compulsory in Australia or New Zealand however if you are happy with the service you received from your Travel Director or Driver Guide you can feel free to leave them a tip at your own discretion.
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Megan
Asked on December 4th, 2018How can I pay for the Optional Experiences?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
All your Optional Experiences can be organised directly with your Travel Director whilst on the tour and you can choose to either pay in either local cash or by credit card.
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Grace
Asked on December 4th, 2018What is the maximum luggage allowance?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
Due to strict Government vehicle weight restrictions you are allowed one medium size suitcase per person, with dimensions not to exceed H76cm x W46cm x D25cm. The maximum weight of all luggage must not exceed 23kg (50lbs).
You are also allowed one piece of hand luggage on-board the coach: however it must be able to fit in the overhead compartments or under the seat in front of you if required.
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Trevor
Asked on December 4th, 2018On travelling days how often do we get a break?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
On travelling days you will stop every 2 to 3 hours either at a rest stop or for sightseeing, activities or free time.
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Tyler
Asked on December 4th, 2018Can I join the tour later or finish the tour earlier?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
You can choose to join the tour at a later date or finish the tour early however, it is important to note that AAT Kings is unable to offer a discount for choosing to do as the tour is a set package with a strict itinerary.
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Valerie
Asked on December 4th, 2018Where do I meet the tour and tour manager?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
Your tour will start from a centrally located hotel on day 1 of the tour, as this hotel is subject to change it is recommended to contact our team of Travel Experts for more information once your booking is confirmed.
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David
Asked on December 4th, 2018Am I able to bring my children on this tour?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
Children are welcome on all AAT Kings tours however they are required to be a minimum age of 5 years or older. It is recommended that if you are travelling with children to consider whether the itinerary is suitable and in particular the activities involved.
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Melissa
Asked on December 4th, 2018I am travelling alone, is there a single supplement?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
If you are a single traveller you can either choose to share a room with another guest of the same gender at no extra cost or if you prefer the privacy of your own room you can pay a single supplement to upgrade to a single room. If you would like to book a single room please make sure to choose this option on the booking page or simply contact our team of Travel Experts.
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Donald
Asked on December 4th, 2018Can airport transfers be arranged?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
Arrival and departure transfers can be arranged for you once you have a confirmed booking. Please contact our team of Travel Experts if you would like a transfer added to your tour booking or for more information.
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Alexis
Asked on December 4th, 2018When will I receive my travel documents?
- AAT KingsOperator•Written December 2018
Your travel documents will be posted to you in a travel wallet which will contain your documents and luggage tags to you approximately four weeks before your departure date.
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