Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Fiji
You'll arrive at Nadi and get driven to your resort on the Coral Coast, which takes about an hour. Once there, settle in and spend the afternoon and evening exploring the tropical surroundings at your own pace.
- Day 2
Sigatoka River and Fijian Village
This morning you'll board a custom-built safari jet boat and head up the Sigatoka River to reach an authentic Fijian village. There you'll participate in a kava ceremony, take a village tour, and have local lunch while cultural performances happen around you. By afternoon you're back at the resort with the rest of the day free to check out beaches or try local restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Fijian lunch in village)
Included Activities
- Sigatoka River jet boat cruise
- Fijian village visit
- Kava ceremony
- Traditional Fijian lunch
- Traditional Fijian singing and dancing
Landmarks Sigatoka River - Day 3
Leisure in Fiji
You set the schedule today. The resort has daily activities available, or ask your Local Host for suggestions on sightseeing, shopping, and dining. Options include the pool, kayaking or paddleboarding, watching Fijian handicraft demonstrations, or just relaxing with a sunset drink.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Swimming in pool
- Fijian handicraft demonstration
- Kayaking
- Paddleboarding
- Day 4
Fiji to Auckland
Leave your resort and head to Nadi International Airport for your flight to Auckland. Once you land, you'll meet your Tour Director and other travelers at a welcome briefing, followed by dinner this evening.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Welcome briefing and dinner
- Day 5
Auckland to Bay of Islands
Start with a sightseeing tour of Auckland that covers Queen Street, Auckland Domain park, and historic Parnell Village. Then you'll drive to the Bay of Islands, stopping at the historic Waitangi Treaty House before arriving at your resort.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Auckland sightseeing tour
- Visit to Waitangi Treaty House
Landmarks Queen Street Auckland Domain Parnell Village Waitangi Treaty House - Day 6
Bay of Islands Cruise
A cruise through the Bay of Islands takes you past the Rakamangamanga Peninsula to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock. You'll keep an eye out for dolphins, whales, and other marine life, make an island stop for beach walks or hilltop views, then have your afternoon free to relax, shop, or check out local attractions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bay of Islands sightseeing cruise
- View Hole in the Rock
- Island stop with beach access
Landmarks Hole in the Rock Cape Brett Rakamangamanga Peninsula - Day 7
Bay of Plenty to Rotorua
You'll travel through the Bay of Plenty region toward Rotorua, a geothermal hub filled with natural wonders and strong Māori culture. Tonight is free, though there's an optional authentic Māori village experience available with cultural performances and a traditional Hangi dinner cooked underground using hot stones.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Māori village visit and cultural performance
- Hangi dinner (roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones)
- Haka (traditional Māori war dance) participation
- Day 8
Rotorua Geothermal Experience
Begin with a guided tour and visit to the National Kiwi Hatchery to see conservation work in action. Then head to Te Puia to explore dramatic geysers, bubbling mud pools, and silica terraces while learning about traditional Māori geothermal cooking. Your afternoon is yours to relax in hot springs, try ziplining through forests, or take a flightseeing flight. Later, you'll have dinner with a local New Zealand family to experience local culture firsthand.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with local New Zealand family in their home)
Included Activities
- National Kiwi Hatchery guided tour and visit
- Te Puia visit
- Pohutu Geyser viewing
- Māori Arts and Craft Institute visit
- Dinner with local New Zealand family
Optional Activities
- Relax in natural hot spring
- Zipline through forest
- Floatplane flightseeing
Landmarks National Kiwi Hatchery Te Puia Pohutu Geyser Māori Arts and Craft Institute - Day 9
Rotorua to Wellington
You'll travel south through rolling farmlands, passing massive Lake Taupo along the way. Stop in historic Marton for a farm tour and farm-to-table lunch where you'll see animals and learn about New Zealand's sheep industry. After that, continue on to Wellington, the capital city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Farm-to-table lunch in Marton)
Included Activities
- Local farm visit and tour
- Farm-to-table lunch in Marton
Landmarks Lake Taupo Marton - Day 10
Wellington Sightseeing
A Wellington sightseeing tour begins with a scenic cable-car ride up to the botanic gardens, then Mount Victoria for 360-degree views of the city and harbour. You'll see the famous Beehive and Parliament buildings. Spend some time at Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand, then the afternoon is yours to explore independently.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Wellington sightseeing tour
- Cable-car ride
- Botanic gardens visit
- Mount Victoria panoramic views
- Beehive and Parliament buildings viewing
- Te Papa Museum visit
Landmarks Mount Victoria Beehive Parliament Buildings Te Papa Wellington Botanic Gardens - Day 11
Wellington to Christchurch
Fly to Christchurch on New Zealand's South Island. After landing, you'll take a sightseeing tour that highlights Christchurch's famous landmarks and spectacular gardens. Your evening is free to explore on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Christchurch sightseeing tour
- Day 12
Christchurch to Franz Josef
Board the TranzAlpine for one of the world's great train journeys. You'll travel from Christchurch through the Canterbury Plains, then climb through spectacular gorges and rivers of the Waimakariri River into the Southern Alps and Arthur's Pass National Park. By evening you'll arrive in Franz Josef, a small town at the base of Franz Josef Glacier, where you'll stay for two nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- TranzAlpine scenic train journey
Landmarks Canterbury Plains Waimakariri River Arthur's Pass National Park Southern Alps - Day 13
Franz Josef Glacier
A locally guided tour takes you through this UNESCO World Heritage area to explore the Franz Josef Glacier, including the Glacier Valley Viewpoint Walk where you'll get incredible views. Learn about the glacier's history and the legend of Ka Roimata O Hine Hukatere. Afternoon is free for optional scenic flights, helicopter tours, glacier hot pools, visiting the West Coast Wildlife Centre, or simply enjoying the scenery with a picnic.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Franz Josef Glacier locally guided tour
- Glacier Valley Viewpoint Walk
Optional Activities
- Scenic flightseeing
- Helicopter tour
- Glacier hot pools
- West Coast Wildlife Centre visit
- Picnic lunch
Landmarks Franz Josef Glacier Franz Josef Glacier Viewpoint West Coast Wildlife Centre - Day 14
Franz Josef to Queenstown
Travel along the coast and the Tasman Sea, climbing through rainforests and over Haast Pass to reach Queenstown, the Adventure Capital. Stop at a local winery for a tour and tasting of premium wines. Your evening is free to grab dinner at one of Queenstown's many restaurants or cafes and sample regional wines.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Winery visit and tasting at Gibbston Valley Winery
Landmarks Gibbston Valley Winery Tasman Sea Haast Pass - Day 15
Milford Sound and Fiordland
Head into scenic Fiordland National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with sheer rock walls rising thousands of feet, dense rainforest, towering mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. Your cruise through the fiord keeps watch for dolphins, seals, and penguins. You'll return to Queenstown in the late evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Fiordland National Park travel
- Milford Sound cruise
Landmarks Fiordland National Park Milford Sound 
- Day 16
Queenstown Leisure and Farewell
You have a full day free in one of New Zealand's prettiest towns. Tour Lord of the Rings filming locations, shop for souvenirs, or take a thrilling jetboat ride on the Dart River. This evening your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner that includes a scenic gondola ride to Bob's Peak with views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and the Remarkable Mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at Bob's Peak with views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and the Remarkable Mountains)
Included Activities
- Farewell dinner with scenic gondola ride to Bob's Peak
Optional Activities
- Lord of the Rings filming location tours
- Souvenir shopping
- Jetboat ride on Dart River
Landmarks Lake Wakatipu The Remarkable Mountains Bob's Peak Dart River - Day 17
Tour Conclusion
Your tour ends after breakfast this morning. If you want, you can extend your stay in Queenstown and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extra nights in Queenstown (available for purchase)
