New Zealand: 9-Day Private Tour with 14-16 Activities

9-Day New Zealand Guided Private Tour from Queenstown to Auckland

This 9-day, 8-night private tour covers top attractions across New Zealand’s South and North Islands, ideal for travelers seeking a relaxed and comprehensive experience.

Highlights

• Explore Auckland, Hobbiton Movie Set, a Māori village, Rotorua, and Christchurch
• Visit Kaikōura or Akaroa, Arthur's Pass, Lake Tekapo, Aoraki Mt Cook, and Queenstown
• Cruise Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound and tour Te Anau Glowworm Caves
• Enjoy stress-free travel without long drives or planning hassles

Description

This signature tour combines daily travel with luxury accommodations and optional activities, allowing you to experience New Zealand’s highlights without driving or complex planning. The itinerary begins in Queenstown and concludes in Auckland, featuring private transport and a knowledgeable guide-driver exclusive to your group.

You can customize the tour with a variety of renowned activities, from scenic flights to cultural tours, ensuring a diverse and meaningful journey within 9 days.

Itinerary

• Day 1: Queenstown – Cruise Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound – Te Anau Glowworm Caves Tour – Overnight in Te Anau
• Day 2: Te Anau – Explore Queenstown (Gardens, Lake Wakatipu, jet boating, gondola with luge rides)
• Day 3: Travel via Lindis Pass and Lake Pukaki to Aoraki Mount Cook (optional scenic helicopter ride, Hooker Valley Track, Tasman Glacier View), then to Lake Tekapo for stargazing in the International Dark Sky Reserve
• Day 4: Lake Tekapo – Castle Hill – Arthur's Pass National Park – TranzAlpine Scenic Train to Christchurch
• Day 5: Christchurch – Choose Kaikōura (kayaking or whale watching) or Akaroa (nature cruise and alpaca farm visit) – Return to Christchurch
• Day 6: Christchurch – Choose International Antarctic Centre, punting on Avon River, or tram sightseeing – Flight to Auckland – Drive to Rotorua
• Day 7: Rotorua exploration (Agrodome, Polynesian Spa or river rafting, geothermal sites, Māori cultural experience with traditional Hangi feast)
• Day 8: Redwoods Treewalk – Hobbiton Movie Set Tour – Auckland
• Day 9: Auckland sightseeing (Mount Eden, Auckland Museum, CBD, Buddhist Temple, One Tree Hill, beach visit) – Tour concludes in Auckland

Includes

• Private transportation with WiFi onboard
• Packaged water, snacks, and chocolates
• Use of charging cables and rain gear
• Guide-driver exclusively for your group
• Standard economy transfer flight from Christchurch to Auckland
• Optional entry tickets for 14–16 attractions and activities, including Auckland Museum, Hobbiton, Māori cultural experiences, Redwoods Treewalk, Agrodome, river rafting, Antarctic Centre, Akaroa nature cruise, Kaikōura kayaking or whale watching, TranzAlpine train, Lake Tekapo stargazing, scenic helicopter flight, Milford Sound cruise, glowworm caves, gondola, jet boating, and luge rides. Alternative activities offered if cancellations occur.
• Optional 8 nights accommodation in 4- to 5-star hotels with breakfast (subject to availability and season)

Excludes

• Meals and drinks, except breakfasts included with accommodation option
• Travel insurance
• Any items not listed in inclusions

Important Information

• Travelers must have comprehensive travel insurance
• Supplier will contact you after booking to confirm preferences
• With the 'With Tickets' option, activities can be swapped for others such as skydiving, wine tasting, golf, horse trekking, scenic flights, dolphin swimming, glacier hiking, spa treatments, ziplining, etc. Subject to availability, extra costs, and scheduling

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and your travel insurance details.