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Signature | Cities, Seas & Culinary Indulgence

14 days
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From Auckland to Christchurch
Signature | Cities, Seas & Culinary Indulgence - Great Journeys New Zealand
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  • Explorer
  • Walking Adventure
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Sightseeing
  • Wine tasting
Operator
Great Journeys New Zealand
Group Tour
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 20
Age range 16 to 99

Places You’ll See

  • Auckland
    Auckland
  • Tongariro National Park
    Tongariro National Park
  • Wellington
    Wellington
  • Picton
    Picton
  • Christchurch
    Christchurch
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Highlights

  • Experience a tea ceremony and Signature High Tea at Zealong Tea Estate
  • Indulge in a sensory journey amidst fields of fragrant lavender
  • Immerse yourself in Maori culture with a guided tour at Te Papa Kanaki, gaining insight into New Zealand's indigenous heritage
  • Discover the iridescent beauty of paua pearls on a guided Paua Pearl Tour
  • Sip your way through Marlborough's renowned vineyards
  • Encounter playful dolphins in Kaikoura
  • Embark on two world-class scenic train journeys, traversing breathtaking landscapes while dining in Scenic Plus
  • Cross the Cook Strait on a scenic ferry journey, linking the North and South Islands

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Auckland
  2. Day 2 Auckland & Waiheke Island
  3. Day 3 Auckland to Hamilton
  4. Day 4 Hamilton
  5. Day 5 Hamilton to Tongariro National Park
  6. Day 6 Tongariro National Park & Taumarunui
  7. Day 7 Tongariro National Park to Wellington
  8. Day 8 Wellington
  9. Day 9 Wellington to Marlborough Sounds
  10. Day 10 Picton
  11. Day 11 Picton to Kaikōura
  12. Day 12 Kaikōura to Christchurch
  13. Day 13 Christchurch
  14. Day 14 Christchurch
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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Great Journeys New Zealand

Number of tours

17

Age Range

16 to 99 years old

Response time

less than 1 hour

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Dates & Availability

14 days
Signature | Cities, Seas & Culinary Indulgence
From Auckland to Christchurch

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 303986

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    New Zealand
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before June 25th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 25th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Great Journeys New Zealand. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Great Journeys New Zealand will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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