Itinerary
- Day 1
Sydney
You'll land in Sydney and head to your hotel to get settled in. After checking in, the afternoon and evening are free to rest up from your flight. Your local host is on hand if you need suggestions for where to eat or what to see around the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 2
Sydney
This morning includes a guided tour with photo stops at the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. From there, you'll travel to Bondi Beach, one of Sydney's well-known beaches where you can spend time on the sand or grab lunch at one of the nearby cafés. The rest of your day is open for wandering around the area on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour with photo stop at Opera House
- Guided sightseeing tour with photo stop at Harbour Bridge
- Visit to Bondi Beach
Optional Activities
- Cruise on Sydney Harbour
- Visit to Taronga Zoo
- Shopping at Darling Harbour
- Sydney Tower visit
- Behind-the-scenes tour of Sydney Opera House
Landmarks Sydney Opera House Sydney Harbour Bridge Bondi Beach Taronga Zoo Darling Harbour Sydney Tower - Day 3
Sydney
You have the whole day to explore Sydney at your own pace. Walk through neighborhoods, hit up galleries, check out markets, or just find a spot to relax. There's plenty to do depending on what interests you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge
- The Rocks Pub Tour
- Shopping for souvenirs
- Explore restaurants of Barangaroo
- Ferry to Manly Beach
Landmarks Sydney Harbour Bridge The Rocks Barangaroo Manly Beach - Day 4
Sydney to Auckland
You'll fly from Sydney to Auckland today. After arriving and getting to your accommodation, the rest of the day is yours to start getting familiar with the city. Maybe wander around the harbor area or grab dinner somewhere local.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 5
Auckland
A guided tour takes you through Auckland's main sights including bustling Queen Street, Auckland Domain (the city's oldest park), and Parnell Village with its historic charm. After the tour wraps up, you have time to explore more of the city on your own or head back to your hotel to rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour
- Queen Street
- Auckland Domain
- Parnell Village
Optional Activities
- Sky Tower visit for 360-degree views
- Ferry to Waiheke Island
Landmarks Queen Street Auckland Domain Parnell Village Sky Tower Waiheke Island - Day 6
Rotorua
You'll take a motorcoach south toward Waitomo for a boat trip through the glowworm caves, which is quite something to see. Then it's on to the Hobbiton movie set where you can walk around the sets from The Lord of the Rings films. After that, you'll continue south to Rotorua, arriving in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Boat trip through Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Hobbiton movie set tour
Landmarks Waitomo Glowworm Caves Hobbiton Movie Set 
- Day 7
Rotorua
This guided day includes stops at the National Kiwi Hatchery at Agrodome where you'll learn about New Zealand's sheep farming, and Te Puia where you can see geothermal features and hot springs. By afternoon, you're free to relax back at your hotel or do more exploring around Rotorua.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- The National Kiwi Hatchery (Agrodome) visit
- Agrodome sheep industry experience
- Te Puia geothermal site visit
Optional Activities
- Māori cultural performance and Hangi dinner
- Polynesian Spa therapeutic pools
- Redwoods treetop walk
- Helicopter tour
Landmarks Agrodome Te Puia Polynesian Spa Redwoods Visitor Centre - Day 8
Rotorua to Wellington
You'll fly to Wellington, New Zealand's capital, today. After settling into your accommodation, the rest of the day is open for you to wander around and get a feel for the city. There are good restaurants and bars if you want to grab dinner somewhere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 9
Wellington
Your morning is spent on a guided tour covering the famous Beehive and Parliament buildings, views from Mount Victoria, and the Botanical Gardens. You'll also drive along the rugged coastline to see hidden bays and beaches. After lunch, the afternoon and evening are yours to do what you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided morning sightseeing tour
- Beehive and Parliament buildings
- Mount Victoria scenic views
- Wellington Botanical Gardens
- Wellington coastline drive
Optional Activities
- Te Papa Museum of New Zealand visit
- Wellington cable car ride
- Cuba Street dining
- Weta Workshop behind-the-scenes tour
- Wellington hiking trails
Landmarks Beehive New Zealand Parliament Mount Victoria Wellington Botanical Gardens Te Papa Wellington Cable Car Cuba Street Weta Workshop - Day 10
Wellington to Christchurch
You'll fly to Christchurch on the South Island today. Included with your stay is a tram pass so you can hop on and off at different stops around the city. The commentary from the tram driver gives you info about the attractions as you travel, and you can get off whenever something catches your eye.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Christchurch tram pass for one calendar day
- Day 11
Akaroa
You'll travel to Akaroa, a small town with colonial architecture and a really nice harbor setting. Spend a few hours walking around, checking out galleries and cafés. Then you'll take a nature cruise on the harbor where you might see fur seals, white-flippered penguins, and dolphins. You'll get back to Christchurch in the late afternoon with the evening free.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Akaroa village exploration
- Nature cruise on Akaroa Harbour
Landmarks Akaroa Akaroa Harbour - Day 12
Christchurch to Queenstown
You'll fly to Queenstown today, known for adventure activities. After you arrive and get to your hotel, the day is yours to settle in. Take a walk along the lake in the evening if you want to catch the sunset, or check out the shops and restaurants nearby. Your local host has ideas if you need suggestions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 13
Milford Sound
You'll take a full-day motorcoach trip to Milford Sound. The drive goes along Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, then through Eglinton Valley past Mirror Lakes and through Homer Tunnel. Once you reach Milford Sound, you'll join a cruise to see waterfalls, dolphins, penguins, and dramatic scenery. You'll return to Queenstown late this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Motorcoach journey along Lake Wakatipu
- Mirror Lakes viewing
- Eglinton Valley passage
- Homer Tunnel passage
- Cleddau Valley viewing
- Milford Sound cruise
Landmarks Lake Wakatipu Te Anau Fiordland National Park Mirror Lakes Eglinton Valley Homer Tunnel Cleddau Valley Milford Sound 
- Day 14
Queenstown
Today is completely free in Queenstown. You can do as much or as little as you want. Some people go on adventure activities, others relax by the lake or explore the town. It's really up to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Scenic bike riding excursion
- Helicopter flight over Remarkables Mountains
- Round of golf
- Local wine tasting
- Spa treatment
Landmarks Remarkables Mountains - Day 15
Queenstown
You have a full day to explore this pretty New Zealand town at whatever pace suits you. There are plenty of activities available depending on your interests, whether that's outdoor adventures, shopping, dining, or just taking it easy.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Jet boat ride on the Dart River
- Local winery visit and wine tasting
- Historic steamship across Lake Wakatipu
- Shopping for souvenirs
- The Lord of the Rings trilogy filming locations
Landmarks Dart River Lake Wakatipu - Day 16
Queenstown
Your trip ends with breakfast this morning before you head home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
