New Zealand Delights
07 Nights / 08 Days
Christchurch - Queenstown - Auckland / Hamilton - Rotorua - Auckland / Hamilton
Day 1 : Christchurch
Welcome aboard Thomas Cook’s “New Zealand Delights” tour.
Bon voyage! Today, you are off on your exciting tour of New Zealand. Embark on your overnight flight to the vast island which has so much for you to explore, whether you want nature, wildlife, cityscapes, islands, rainforest or reef. It is a heaven of natural beauty, relaxation, adventure, wonderful sights and great shopping.
Overnight onboard the flight.
Welcome to New Zealand. Arrive into Christchurch – the Garden city and enjoy a Panoramic City tour.
On arrival at Christchurch airport, you will be greeted by your friendly and experienced Thomas Cook Tour Manager/ Local Representative outside the baggage hall. Proceed for a brief panoramic city sights tours featuring CBD, Container mall and view of the cardboard cathedral. Later check into your hotel. Tonight a delicious Indian dinner awaits you at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Ibis or Similar, in Christchurch.
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Day 2 : Queenstown
Proceed to Queenstown – adventure capital of the world . Today move onto Queenstown on the most scenic route.
After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to one of the most scenic regions of this beautiful country. Journey across Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo. Visit the Sheep Dog Monument and Church of the Good Shepherd. Today lunch will be on your own arrangement. Now move onto Lake Pukaki lookout point to view Mt Cook from a distance. Cross Lindis Pass to Queenstown. On arrival into Queenstown check in at the hotel. Tonight Indian dinner awaits you at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Heartland (3*) or Copthorne Lakefront (3*) similar in Queenstown.
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Today we set out for the most spectacular cruise to the Milford Sound.
After an American breakfast, depart from Queenstown and travel via Te Anau through the awe inspiring Homer Tunnel and the stunning glacier-carved Eglington Valley, to Arrive at Milford Sound. Enjoy an unforgettable journey onboard the Milford Sound cruise, which sails right up to the mouth of the Tasman Sea (weather permitting). Enjoy lunch on board the cruise. Journey into the untouched paradise of Milford Sound and explore the natural wonders and history surrounding these deep fjords. Return to Queenstown. Later tonight Indian dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Heartland or similar in Queenstown.
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Today experience the Gondola ride that gives you the best view of this city.
After an American breakfast at the hotel; today get ready to experience the famous Arrow town, A J Hackett Bungy Jump Site and the Gondola ride, also a fast convenient access to the best views in the region, which is reputed to be the steepest lift in the Southern Hemisphere. A chance to do a Shotover Jet boat on the Shotover River. Experience adrenaline-fueled fun as the jet boat skims the water’s surface at high speed and fishtails into 360- degree spins OR you have a chance to experience adventure activities like Sky Diving (Weather Permitting) & Bungy Jumping (43 Mtrs). Enjoy Indian dinner at a local restaurant. Later tonight, enjoy an Indian dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Heartland or similar in Queenstown.
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Welcome to Auckland - “The city of Sails”. Enjoy a city tour of this beautiful, pristine city and also enjoy a bird’s eye view of Auckland city from the Sky Tower observatory deck.
After an American breakfast, check out and proceed to the airport to board your flight to Auckland. On arrival get set for a day of fun as we take you for a city tour of Auckland featuring Harbour Bridge and waterfront drive. Check into your hotel. Later in the evening, enjoy a bird’s eye view of Auckland city from the Sky Tower observatory deck. Tonight Indian dinner awaits you at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Scenic Hotel or similar in Auckland/Hamilton.
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Proceed to Rotorua – “The Thermal city”, Enroute visit Hamilton Gardens. Visit Te Puia Thermal Reserves
After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out and continue your journey to Rotorua via Hamilton and visit the Hamilton Gardens. Enjoy guided Tour of Te Puia Thermal Reserves on arrival in Rotorua, via the beautiful Cambridge. Tonight Indian dinner awaits you at a local restaurant. Later, check into the hotel.
Overnight at Hotel Ibis or similar in Rotorua.
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See the sheep shearing show at Agrodome. Later proceed to Waitomo caves on the way to Auckland.
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Agrodome which will give you a chance to see through the eyes of a true New Zealand farmer. Witness the Agrodome Sheep Shearing Show an exciting and informative insight into the world of New Zealand agriculture, featuring different breeds of sheep, sheep shearing, cow milking, lamb feeding and dog demonstrations. Next we drive towards Auckland. Enroute visit the Waitomo Caves in the lush Waikato region. Marvel at Mother Nature’s light display, as you glide silently through the starry wonderland caves of Glow-worm situated underground along the Waitomo River and gaze in silence at the myriad of glow-worm lights that make up the Glow-worm Grotto. As you enter this galaxy of tiny living lights, you will immediately experience a serene ambience and be fascinated and intrigued by tiny glow-worms that light your way. Later enjoy an Indian Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Scenic Hotel or similar in Auckland/Hamilton.
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Return home with wonderful memories of your holiday.
This morning after an American breakfast / Boxed Breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport, where your memorable Thomas Cook tour comes to an end. Do spare a few minutes to fill in the feedback form and hand it over to your Tour Manager. Your valued suggestions will be most appreciated. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your “New Zealand Delights” tour.
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