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New Zealand Magic (17 Days)

17 days
From Christchurch to Auckland
4.7
3 traveler reviews

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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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
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Highlights

  • Cruise on the magical waters of mystical Milford Sound
  • Journey past crystal clear lakes and towering mountains
  • Admire the awe-inspiring beauty of Franz Josef Glacier
  • Enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi dinner and performance

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Christchurch
  2. Day 2 Christchurch - Franz Josef/Waiau
  3. Day 3 Franz Josef/Waiau - Queenstown
  4. Day 4 Queenstown Free Time
  5. Day 5 Queenstown - Te Anau
  6. Day 6 Te Anau - Dunedin
  7. Day 7 Dunedin - Omarama
  8. Day 8 Omarama - Christchurch
  9. Day 9 Christchurch - Picton
  10. Day 10 Picton - Wellington
  11. Day 11 Wellington - Rotorua
  12. Day 12 Rotorua Free Time
  13. Day 13 Rotorua - Auckland
  14. Day 14 Auckland - Bay of Islands
  15. Day 15 Bay of Islands Free Time
  16. Day 16 Bay of Islands - Auckland
  17. Day 17 Farewell from Auckland
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar 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

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

AAT Kings

Number of tours

278

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

92%

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Cancellation Policy

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Travel Insurance

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.7
  • 4.3
  • JC
    · May 18th, 2024
    Tour was good, driver and guide excellent, but the hotel in Auckland was lacking.
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    Trip date: February 2024
  • RS
    · December 12th, 2019
    AAT King’s service was very good, it’s worth for the money to spend. Tour guide was very good, Sarah. The driver was careful and strict for our safety.
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    AAT Kings commented on this review
    Hi Rosmijati, thanks so much for sharing your wonderful feedback. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time discovering New Zealand with AAT Kings. We hope we can welcome you on board again in the future.
    Trip date: November 2019
  • BS
    · October 17th, 2019
    Gina was a great tour guide....knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She made everyone on the tour feel special. I will cherish my memories of New Zealand and Gina.
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    AAT Kings commented on this review
    Hi Barbara, thankyou for your feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your holiday with us, and that Gina was such an important part of your experience. We hope to see you again soon on another AAT Kings holiday!
    Trip date: September 2019

Dates & Availability

17 days
New Zealand Magic (17 Days)
From Christchurch to Auckland

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What our customers ask about this tour

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  • S

    Sheila

    Asked on November 22nd, 2023

    I am 73, in reasonable shape. But I use a small portable mobility scooter on walks due to a spatial disorientation syndrome. 15 kg. It folds flat and is easy to transport. Will go on all terrain except for gravel. I require a hotel room without stairs. Can you accommodate me on this trip?

    Accommodation
    Tour Details
    Travel Support
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten November 2023

      Thank you for reaching out! We will need to confirm with our operations team to see if we can accommodate this request. Are you planning on travelling with someone that can assist you?

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    Tim

    Asked on December 5th, 2022

    We need help to find a package to go from Christchurch to Queenstown, Milford Sound, Te Anau, Dunedin, Oamaru, Lake Tekapo, and returning to Christchurch. We want to know about the cost, including hotel and meals.

    Accommodation
    Meals
    Price / Availability
    Tour Details
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten December 2022

      We have shorter duration tours. We offer a 10-day itinerary, Contrasts of New Zealand. We also have a few 14-day itineraries; New Zealand Vista, New Zealand Marvel. We do not currently offer any 12 day itineraries.

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    Antonio

    Asked on April 21st, 2022

    Are hotels 3 star? 4 star? Is there opportunity to visit Lord of the Rings filming locations? We do not eat pork. Is this an issue (e.g. at the BBQ)?

    Accommodation
    Meals
    Tour Details
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten April 2022

      All hotels are 3-4* accommodation. This tour visits many locations that were shot for the Lord of the Rings movies. If you are asking specifically about Hobbiton, the tour does not allow for time for this excursion. If you are interested in Hobbiton, we recommend booking an extra night in Auckland and booking the excursion separately on that last day of the tour. For not eating pork, this won't be an issue. The tour can cater to dietary requirements.

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    Georgia

    Asked on December 4th, 2018

    Do I need to advise you if I have any mobility issues or a serious medical condition?

    Travel Support
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten December 2018

      Its essential you advise our team of Travel Experts at the time of booking if you have any mobility issues or serious medical conditions, so that we can ensure, as much as possible, your needs are met on your tour. Unfortunately due to space considerations on this tour it is not possible to accommodate motorised scooters and non-collapsible wheelchairs.

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    Kenneth

    Asked on December 4th, 2018

    Do you cater for special dietary requirements?

    Meals
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten December 2018

      If you have a special dietary requirement such as gluten-free, vegetarian etc please advise our team of Travel Experts at the time of booking to ensure the tour operator can do their best to accommodate your request.

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    Tracy

    Asked on December 4th, 2018

    When will I receive my travel documents?

    Tour Details
    Travel Support
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten 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.

  • E

    Ellen

    Asked on December 4th, 2018

    Can airport transfers be arranged?

    Flights / Transfers
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten 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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    Tammy

    Asked on December 4th, 2018

    I am travelling alone, is there a single supplement?

    Single supplement
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten 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.

  • L

    Leah

    Asked on December 4th, 2018

    Am I able to bring my children on this tour?

    Age Range
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten 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.

  • B

    Belinda

    Asked on December 4th, 2018

    Where do I meet the tour and tour manager?

    Tour Details
    • AAT KingsOperatorWritten 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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Good to Know

Tour ID: 137145

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    New Zealand Dollar
    New Zealand
  • Plugs & Adapters

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    New Zealand
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before August 17th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 17th, 2025, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with AAT Kings. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and AAT Kings will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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  • Cancellation Policy
  • Accessibility
    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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