Tour Highlights
- Auckland Sky Tower
- Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
- Milford Sound Cruise
- Skyline Gondola
- International Antarctic Centre
Arrive in Auckland and proceed through immigration before transferring to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, allowing you time to relax after your flight or explore the city at your own pace. Overnight at your hotel in Auckland.
Begin your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel. Later, visit the famous Sky Tower for stunning panoramic views of Auckland. With your general admission ticket – no transfers, you’ll be able to experience the city from a whole new perspective. The remainder of the day is free for you to enjoy Auckland’s vibrant city life or relax. Overnight in Auckland.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and board a comfortable coach for your transfer to Rotorua. On arrival, check into your hotel and take the rest of the evening to unwind in this thermal wonderland on own. Rotorua is known for its geothermal activity and Māori culture, so feel free to explore or relax at your leisure. Overnight in Rotorua.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast before heading out to the incredible Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. Marvel at the glowing light show created by thousands of tiny glow worms that illuminate the cave’s walls. This natural wonder is a must-see and will leave you with lasting memories. Return to Rotorua in the evening for a relaxing overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out and head to Rotorua Airport for your flight to Queenstown. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Spend the afternoon at leisure, taking in the breathtaking scenery or exploring Queenstown’s charming shops and cafes. Overnight in Queenstown.
Following breakfast, embark on a scenic Milford Sound Cruise. Navigate through the fjord’s towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls, surrounded by the untouched beauty of Fiordland National Park. This awe-inspiring experience is one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural attractions. Return to Queenstown for an overnight stay.
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel before heading out to the Skyline Gondola – General Admission (Only Entry Ticket). Ride the gondola to the top of Bob’s Peak for magnificent views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and the Remarkables Mountain Range. Afterward, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps trying out some of Queenstown’s famous adventure activities. Overnight in Queenstown.
After breakfast, check out and embark on a scenic transfer to Lake Tekapo. Known for its striking blue waters and picturesque alpine scenery, this destination offers plenty of opportunities to relax and take in the natural beauty around you. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Lake Tekapo.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before exploring the serene beauty of Lake Tekapo on own. You can visit the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd, walk along the lake’s edge, or simply soak in the Landscape. For stargazing enthusiasts, Tekapo is part of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, offering some of the clearest night skies in the world. Overnight in Lake Tekapo.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Christchurch, the largest city on New Zealand’s South Island. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and take the rest of the day to explore Christchurch on your own: Gardens, museums, or vibrant city centre. Overnight in Christchurch.
Start your day with breakfast before visiting the International Antarctic Centre, where you’ll experience the thrill of Antarctica through interactive exhibits and immersive displays. Learn about life on the frozen continent and discover its unique wildlife and history. Enjoy your evening at leisure, perhaps exploring more of Christchurch’s cultural offerings. Overnight in Christchurch.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Christchurch Airport for your flight home. End your unforgettable New Zealand adventure as you head back, with memories of stunning landscapes, cultural experiences, and new discoveries.
END OF TOUR
Includes
- New Zealand Visa Fees.
- Travel Insurance – For Trip Duration (Up to the age of 59 Years).
- 11 Nights’ accommodation in 4-star hotels.
- Daily breakfast (Except on the day of arrival).
- All airport-hotel-airport transfers are on a shared basis.
- All sightseeing tours and on a shared basis.
- Sky Tower Admission.
- Waitomo Glowworm Cave.
- Milford Cruise.
- Skyline Gondola Ride.
- International Antarctic Centre.
Excludes
- Airfares (International & Domestic)
- 5% GST and 5% TCS
- Hotel City Tax (If Any) – Payable directly at the hotel reception either during check-in or before check-out
- Additional meals and beverages that are not mentioned
- Hotel security deposits
- Early check-in and late check-out
The best time to visit New Zealand is during the shoulder seasons: late spring (April-May) and early autumn (September-October). This period offers the best balance of pleasant weather (mild to warm). Fewer crowds compared to the peak summer months (June-August). Lower prices than high season.
New Zealand’s dress code is very casual and relaxed, so the best approach for a leisure tour is to pack comfortable, versatile clothes that can be worn in layers. This is key because the weather can be unpredictable and can change rapidly (sometimes experiencing “four seasons in one day”)
Yes, you will have excellent access to Indian meals, Indian Veg Meals, and good, manageable availability for Jain meals in New Zealand, especially in and around the major cities. New Zealand has a significant Indian population, particularly in Auckland and Wellington, which has led to a thriving and diverse Indian food scene.
The processing time for a New Zealand Tourist Visa may take upto 45 days. It is strongly advised to apply for your New Zealand Visitor Visa at least 2 to 3 months before your planned travel date to account for any potential delays.
Duly filled Visa application form along with photographs as per consulate specifications, recent bank statements , return air tickets, hotel confirmations, travel itinerary etc. Our customer service associate would be more than happy to assist and guide you through the entire visa application process.
Your tour will entail easy to moderate activity levels. At JnC we believe that “Travel is in Details” and keeping this ideology in forefront, we mostly have relaxed itineraries.
Payment structure for the tour depends on the timeframe of booking, If the tour is booked with less than 30 day from tour start date, complete tour cost needs to be paid. In case the booking is done well in advance, monies can be paid in couple of installment i.e. Booking amount, First Installment and Final Instalment, Our associates will guide and help you through the entire payment process, where monies can be paid using multiple platforms like bank transfers, Debit/Credit Cards, UPI, Cheques etc.
Well It depends on multiple factors viz. tour duration, activities that you intend to experience whilst on tour, the sighseeings, meals, shopping, etc. Our travel associate would be more than happy to dicuss this in line with the itineary that has been finalised with yopu.
HOTELS ENVISAGED:
| Country/City | Hotel Name (4 Star) | No of Nights |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre by IHG or similar | 02 |
| Rotorua | Arawa Park Hotel Rotorua or similar | 02 |
| Queenstown | Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview or similar | 03 |
| Lake Tekapo | Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo or similar | 02 |
| Christchurch | Pavilions Hotel or similar | 02 |
IMPORTANT NOTES:
● The booking must be done min 45 days in advance
● No hotels have been blocked & are strictly subject to availability; in case above mentioned hotels are
not available similar hotels will be offered
● All the transfers will be on a point-to-point basis
● The quotation is based on min 2 adults travelling, if the passenger count changes, the cost will also
change.
● The cost mentioned in the quotation is based on today’s exchange rate, if the exchange rate changes the cost will also change
● The above rates for quotation reference only, room space is subject to hotel availability upon request.
● Morning and night surcharge to be applied for Airport transfer between 05:30 – 06:59 & 20:01 –
24:00.
● For Insurance claims, guests need to coordinate with the Insurance company directly
● The above rates are valid until 31 March 2026 (not valid during Christmas, New Year & Chinese New Year)
● The hotel’s standard check-in time is 3 PM, and the check-out time is 11 AM