New Zealand Essential Explorer
New Zealand · 7N/8D · luxury
From ₹1,59,999 per person
Discover the very best of New Zealand in this perfectly balanced itinerary that covers the country’s most iconic highlights across both the North and South Islands. Designed at a comfortable pace, this itinerary is ideal for first-time visitors looking for a complete New Zealand experience.
Highlights
- Auckland city tour
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves visit
- Rotorua geothermal parks
- Milford Sound fjord cruise
- Scenic viewpoints in Queenstown
- Cultural insights into Maori traditions
- Comfortable hotel stays
- Personalized assistance throughout
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Auckland – Hotel Check-In
Location: Auckland
Arrival at Auckland International Airport. Meet and greet by our local representative and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure.
Stay: Hotel in Auckland
Day 2: Auckland City Tour
Location: Auckland
After breakfast, proceed for a half-day guided city tour of Auckland. Visit key attractions including the Auckland Harbour Bridge, Mission Bay, and enjoy panoramic views from Mount Eden.
Stay: Hotel in Auckland
Day 3: Auckland – Waitomo – Rotorua
Location: Waitomo, Rotorua
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed by road towards Rotorua. En route, visit the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Check in to your hotel in Rotorua and relax.
Stay: Hotel in Rotorua
Day 4: Rotorua Sightseeing – Fly/Transfer to Queenstown
Location: Rotorua, Queenstown
After breakfast, proceed for Rotorua sightseeing. Later, transfer to the airport for your onward journey to Queenstown. Meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.
Stay: Hotel in Queenstown
Day 5: Queenstown City Tour & Lake Wakatipu
Location: Queenstown
After breakfast, proceed for a relaxed city orientation tour of Queenstown. The rest of the day is free for leisure or optional adventure activities.
Stay: Hotel in Queenstown
Day 6: Milford Sound Full Day Tour
Location: Milford Sound, Queenstown
After early breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Milford Sound. Enjoy a scenic cruise on Milford Sound.
Stay: Hotel in Queenstown
Day 7: Queenstown – Day Free at Leisure
Location: Queenstown
After breakfast, the day is free at leisure. You can choose from a range of optional activities or simply relax.
Stay: Hotel in Queenstown
Day 8: Departure from Queenstown
Location: Queenstown
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and enjoy a private transfer to Queenstown Airport for your onward journey.
What's included
- 7 nights accommodation in well-located 4 ★ hotels with daily breakfast
- Private airport arrival and departure transfers as per itinerary
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves guided tour on shared basis
- Rotorua geothermal and Maori cultural sightseeing tour on shared basis
- Half-day Auckland city tour on shared basis
- Milford Sound full-day tour with scenic cruise from Queenstown on shared basis
- Queenstown city orientation tour and lake viewpoints
- All intercity transfers and sightseeing by comfortable vehicles as per itinerary
- Services of English-speaking local guides during tours
- All applicable hotel taxes and local service charges
What's not included
- International airfare to and from New Zealand
- Any domestic flights (if applicable)
- New Zealand visa charges
- Lunches and dinners unless specifically mentioned
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, shopping, beverages, and phone calls
- Optional activities such as skydiving, bungee jumping, jet boating, helicopter rides, etc.
- Travel insurance
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions