Choose from five world class airlines to begin your journey.Whichever airline you choose there’s no extra cost: Air New Zealand, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, QANTAS.
Choose from seven outbound stopovers. Whichever destination you choose there’s no extra cost: Singapore, Dubai*, Los Angeles**, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, San Francisco**, Bangkok.
Arrive into your selected stopover destination for a three night stay - all included in your holiday price. You will be transferred to your hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure. Flights operate overnight to Asia and Dubai. Los Angeles and San Francisco flights arrive on day 1.
Meals: On board full breakfast and complimentary bar service
* Dubai: Regional airport departure times vary. Please call for details.
** Los Angeles/San Francisco: On day 1 you arrive at your destination where you will be transferred to your hotel. On day 2 you will have a city orientation tour in San Francisco or an attraction pass in Los Angeles. Days 3 & 4 include free time to explore. On the afternoon of day 4 we transfer you back to the airport for your flight to Auckland. On the flight we cross the international dateline, therefore you arrive on day 6 and follow the tour on day 6 as detailed. USA stopovers do not include breakfast.
Welcome to New Zealand! On arrival you will be met at the airport by your Scenic Tours Representative and transferred* to your hotel. Tonight meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers at our welcome briefing followed by dinner.
Two Night Stay: Auckland
Meals: Dinner
Today is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE day where you choose what you would like to do from the following inclusions: (1) Sail on an America’s Cup yacht - no experience necessary; or (2) Explore beautiful Waiheke Island; or (3) Cruise in search of dolphins and whales on a high speed catamaran; or (4) Visit Waitakere Ranges, walk in the rainforest and along the west coast’s black sand beaches; or (5) Cruise Auckland Harbour including morning tea; or (6) Discover Auckland on a morning sightseeing tour; or (7) Enjoy Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter & Underwater World; or (8) Visit Sky Tower, New Zealand’s tallest man made structure. Your Scenic FreeChoice activity in Auckland must be pre-booked.
Meals: Breakfast
This morning head north, driving along the picturesque Hibiscus Coast to Matakohe where you will tour the fascinating Kauri Pioneer Museum. Learn about the history of the Kauri tree before continuing to Waipoua Forest. At the mighty Tane Mahuta tree meet your local guides who will entertain you with stories and legends of the Maori culture of this region. Continue to Omapere and our accommodation on the shores of Hokianga Harbour. Tonight enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner at the hotel.
Overnight Stay: Omapere
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today meet your knowledgeable Maori guide who will delight you with stories about the history of the Bay of Islands, before you visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, where in 1840 the founding document of New Zealand as a nation was signed. This afternoon cruise across the Bay of Islands to Cape Brett Lighthouse and through the famous Hole in the Rock (weather permitting).
Two Night Stay: Bay of Islands
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Unique, Boutique & Luxury - Why not upgrade your accommodation to spend two nights at the Bay of Islands Lodge?
Today is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE day where you choose what you would like to do from the following inclusions: (1)‘On the Edge’, the ultimate day sailing in the bay; or (2) A scenic lunch cruise around the beautiful bays; or (3) A cruise and tour of historic Russell and Pompallier; or (4) Full day Cape Reinga Tour to the country’s northernmost tip; or (5) Cruise and swim with dolphins (weather permitting); or (6) Play golf at Waitangi Golf Club; or (7) Enjoy a Perfect Day cruise to the Poor Knight Islands; or (8) Try your hand at fishing in the bay.
Meals: Breakfast
Today, travel to Whangarei and Warkworth before returning to Auckland. Tonight is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining evening where you choose your meal from the following inclusions: (1) A delicious buffet dinner in Eight; or (2) Fine Italian cuisine in Barolo Restaurant (limited availability).
Overnight Stay: Auckland
Meals: Breakfast, Highlight Dinner
This morning journey south to Longlands Homestead, a working dairy farm, for a tour by the farm host followed by a home cooked roast lamb lunch. Continue to the resort in Rotorua.
Two Night Stay: Rotorua
Meals: Breakfast, Highlight Lunch
Unique, Boutique & Luxury - Why not upgrade your accommodation to spend two nights at the Hamurana Country Estate or Treetops Lodge & Estate
Today is an Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity day where you choose what you would like to do at no extra cost. Choose from: (1) Enjoy the Agrodome Sheep Show and then see the rare Kiwi at Rainbow Springs; or (2) an amphibious duck tour of Rotorua’s city and lakes; or (3) enjoy a tour of Te Puia Thermal Reserve and the Maori and Crafts Institute; or (4) relax in the geothermal pools of the Polynesian Day Spa; or (5) take a thrilling 4WD safari adventure; or (6) visit the unique Buried Village; or (7) visit Rotorua Museum; or (8) Whakrewarewa Village Tour. Tonight is an Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining evening. Choose from: (1) Tamaki Village Hangi and Cultural Show; or (2) dinner at the Atlas Café and Restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Highlight Dinner
This morning tour Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and then visit Huka Falls, Wairakei Steam Valley and enjoy some leisure time at Lake Taupo. Continue to the quaint coastal township of Napier. Tonight is a highlight as you tour an award winning Hawkes Bay winery. Your tour finishes with wine tasting and a private dinner in the winery’s restaurant.
Two Night Stay: Napier
Meals: Breakfast, Highlight Dinner
Today is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE day where you choose what you would like to do from the following inclusions: (1) Learn about the Art Deco character of the town; (2) Visit one of the largest gannet colonies; or (3) Enjoy a guided tour of the local wineries.
Meals: Breakfast
This morning depart Napier and head south to Wellington, the nation’s charming capital. Relax and enjoy the stunning views over the harbour from your room.
Two Night Stay: Wellington
Meals: Breakfast
Included today is your pass on the Hop On - Hop Off bus, which visits the main sights of Wellington. Included in your pass is entry to Te Papa, New Zealand’s national museum. Relax and explore the city at your own pace.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included this morning is your cruise across Marlborough Sounds to New Zealand’s South Island. SCENIC ENRICH onboard you will have exclusive access to the Kaitaki Plus Premier lounge including breakfast. The afternoon is free to explore Nelson, known for its beaches, boutique wineries and community of working artists.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE day where you choose what you would like to do from the following inclusions: (1)A scenic cruise along the coast of the Abel Tasman National Park; or (2) A tour of Nelson’s vineyards with wine and gourmet tastings; or (3) The fascinating World of Wearable Arts and the Collectable Car Gallery; or (4) A guided walking tour of Nelson.
Meals: Breakfast
Today drive along the spectacular east coast of the South Island. Included in your tour todayis a stop at Kaikoura to see the seal colony. Continue south to Ashburton.
Overnight Stay: Ashburton
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included in today’s touring is an unforgettable journey through the magnificent Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine railway. Disembark at Arthur’s Pass and continue to Hokitika and then stop and view awesome Franz Josef Glacier, a stunning landscape hewn by ice and a living remnant of the last Ice Age. Tonight settle into your accommodation in the charming little village of Franz Josef at the luxurious Te Waonui Forest Retreat. This lodge style hotel has been built to respect and preserve the surrounding rainforest and is at the cutting edge of sustainable, luxury accommodation. This evening enjoy dinner at the Retreat.
Two Night Special Stay: Franz Josef
Meals: Breakfast
Today is an Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity day - choose from (1) relax in the Glacier hot pools; or (2) take a guided walking tour to the terminal face of the glacier; or (3) watch the exciting Flowing West - the Glacier Movie; or (4) visit the West Coast wildlife centre to see the unique brown kiwi.
Meals: Breakfast, Highlight Dinner
A highlight today is your Included exhilarating jet boat ride on the mighty Haast River in Mount Aspiring National Park. Included is a stop to visit picturesque Lake Wanaka before continuing to Queenstown.
Three Night Stay: Queenstown
Meals: Breakfast
Unique, Boutique & Luxury - Why not upgrade your accommodation to spend three nights at the Evergreen Lodge?
Today is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE day where you choose what you would like to do from the following inclusions: (1) A tour of local country gardens followed by morning tea; or (2) An indulgent therapeutic massage or foot revitalisation; or (3) Enjoy a guided tour of local wineries with lunch; or (4) Take an exhilarating ride through Shotover Canyon in a jet boat; or (5) See the beautiful scenery of the Southern Lakes region on a 4WD tour; or (6) Enjoy a scenic guided tour to historic Skippers Canyon; or (7) Relax onboard the legendary Million Dollar Cruise. Tonight is a SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining evening - choose from the following inclusions: (1) Cruise Lake Wakatipu onboard the TSS Earnslaw historic steamship then dine at Walter Peak station; or (2) Ride the gondola to dine at Skyline Restaurant; or (3) Dine at Threesixty Restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Highlight Dinenr
Nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by the majestic peaks of the Southern Alps, Queenstown was named because it was ‘fit for Queen Victoria’. Today Queenstown is recognised as New Zealand’s premier visitor destination and we give you an extra day to explore at your own pace.
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy the beauty of the Fiordland National Park. Includedtoday is an unforgettable cruise on Milford Sound, the most accessible of Fiordland’s magnificent glacier-carved fiords. Tonight stay in the heart of the village of Te Anau at your modern hotel. Tonight is an Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE Dining evening. Choose from: (1) a delicious buffet dinner at Hilights Restaurant; or (2) a casual café style dinner at Bailiez Café; or (3) authentic Japanese cuisine.
Overnight Stay: Te Anau
Meals: Breakfast, Highlight Dinner
Milford Sound Upgrade**: Why not upgrade to an overnight stay on Milford Sound? Cruise the fiord onboard the Milford Mariner before anchoring for the night. Supplement of £125 pp (Apr - Oct) and £215pp (Nov - Mar), single supplement available on request.
**Please note that this option is not escorted by a Scenic Tour Director and you will travel seperately from the main party and miss the Te Anau Glowworm Caves on day 27.
Enjoy an Included cruise across Lake Te Anau to the western side of the lake. Here you’ll explore a mysterious underground world of rushing water before drifting in silent darkness beneath the luminous shimmer of thousands of glowworms at Te Anau Glowworm Caves. Continue to Dunedin, a university city of Scottish heritage and New Zealand’s oldest city.
Two Night Stay: Dunedin
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Home Stay - Alternatively we offer you the opportunity to experience the warmth and hospitality of a local family during an overnight Home Stay. Home Stays are included at no extra cost but must be pre-booked.
Today is an Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity day - choose from: (1) a guided tour of Larnach Castle and it’s magnificent gardens; (2) a trip to see the famous Yellow-eyed penguins; or (3) visit the Albatross Centre and see these magnificent birds in a natural habitat; or (4) Visit Orokonui Eco Sanctuary and encounter New Zealand’s native flora and fauna in a protected and natural environment; or (5) a guided tour of Speight’s Brewery.
Meals: Breakfast
Included this morning is the historic Seasider train taking you on one of the mostspectacular rail journeys in the world along the coastal cliffs of the Otago region. Reboard the coach and Included is a stop at the Moeraki Boulders before continuing north before reaching our hotel with views of picturesque glacier-fed Lake Tekapo.
Two Night Stay: Lake Tekapo
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
A highlight today is your Included visit to Mount Cook National Park to view the spectacular peaks (weather dependent), glaciers and permanent snow fields. SCENIC ENRICH Included is entry into the fascinating Sir Edmund Hilary Centre. This afternoon visit the Church of the Good Shepherd situated on Lake Tekapo's edge. SCENIC ENRICH Tonight enjoy a private cocktail party and farewell dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Your tour concludes this morning and you’ll be transferred* to the airport for your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Alternatively why not extend your holiday in New Zealand, visit family and friends or arrange a stopover on the way back?
Welcome home!
*Check transfer entitlements with your travel agent. For passengers who have already received documentation - refer to your booking summary.
Brochure: IS/AUNZ/GBP1112
Tour code: DULI.9