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Spirit of New Zealand - Small Group

21-Day Tour of Auckland, Rotorua, Christchurch & Milford Sound

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When do you want to travel?

Travel & Accommodation

21 days, 1 country and 13 cities

20 nights accommodation

Meals

20 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 7 Dinners

Activity Level

Balanced

Itinerary

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The best of the North and South Islands

Discover the spirit of New Zealand, thoughtfully paced with six two-night stays. Cruise Milford Sound or Piopiotahi, cross Cook Strait by ferry and travel through the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine. Enjoy a private visit to Transport World, walk Napier’s Art Deco streets and connect with Māori culture in Rotorua, with coastal Punakaiki, vibrant Nelson and the Bay of Islands along the way. This trip is accompanied by a Travel Director and Driver.

Trip map

Spirit Of New Zealand Guided Tour Map

Day By Day Itinerary

21-day itinerary from Christchurch to Auckland visiting 1 Country and 13 Cities.

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About this trip

Sightseeing highlights

Explore Transport World Invercargill, Art Deco Napier on a walking tour, Bay of Islands, & Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Discover Maori culture at Te Puia Rotorua, craft of Pounamu (Jade) carving, & the All Blacks Experience

Visit Templeton Flax Mill, Real Country Farm, & historic Arrowtown

View Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, & Church of the Good Shepherd Tekapo

Scenic Cruise on Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, & Cook Strait from North to South Island

What's included?

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

Porterage where hotels provide this service

Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Must-see sightseeing

All land transport shown. All transfers shown
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Optional Experiences and free time

This trip is operated by our Australia and New Zealand Specialists at AAT Kings.

Frequently asked questions

You'll make a positive impact to people, planet and wildlife on this tour

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Feel good (and do good) travel

It feels good to do good. These sustainable travel experiences help you meet inspiring people, support local communities, and make amazing memories that last a lifetime.​

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Sustainable development

Our sustainable experiences help advance 11 of the United Nations SDGs and make the world that little bit better.

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Unique to TTC

Under our sustainability strategy, we've committed to have at least one MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on every single one of our tours.

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