Pure New Zealand (2012)

Auckland • Rotorua • Arrowtown • Franz Josef Glacier • Greymouth • Wellington
  • 14 days
  • from only:
  • $3795
  • $272 per day
    Land Tour Only
  • 16 days
  • from only:
  • $4945
  • $310 per dayIncludes international airfare and government taxes
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Learn how to customize your adventure, or view standard air routing and travel times. The choice is yours with our True Choice program.

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Customize your trip

With our True Choice Program, you can choose to stay longer before or after your trip on your own, or combine two adventures to maximize your value. Here are more ways to create the OAT adventure that’s right for you:

  • Choose our standard air routing, or work with us to select the airline and routing you prefer
  • Make your own international flight arrangements directly with the airline, applying frequent flyer miles if available
  • Stay overnight in a connecting city before or after your trip
  • Request to arrive a few days early to get a fresh start on your adventure
  • Choose to “break away” before or after your trip, spending additional days or weeks on your own
  • Extend your adventure with our optional pre- and post-trip extensions
  • Combine your choice of OAT adventures to maximize your value
  • Upgrade to business or premium economy class

The air options listed above will involve an additional fee of $100 per person for confirmed requests (as well as incremental airfare costs based on your specific choice). This service fee will be waived for Inner Circle/Sir Edmund Hillary Club members.

Or, when you make your reservation, you can choose our standard air routing, for which approximate travel times are shown below.

GATEWAY

TRAVEL TIME*

Atlanta, Seattle

22hrs

Boston

25hrs

Dallas, Denver, Minneapolis, Phoenix

21hrs

Detroit, Philadelphia

26hrs

Chicago, Newark, New York (JFK), Orlando, Portland, OR

23hrs

Washington, DC (Dulles)

24hrs

Los Angeles

14hrs

San Francisco

20hrs

* Estimated total time, including connection and layover. Actual travel time may vary.

The information above reflects approximate flight times from the gateway cities listed to Auckland, New Zealand. Routing is based on availability and subject to change. You will receive your final air itinerary approximately 14 days prior to departure.

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Inspiring new travelers to join the OAT family is a rewarding experience—both for you and your new travelers.

Share your love of travel with others and, for each referral who embarks on an OAT trip, you will earn $100 in CASH or credit. With your 4th referral departing on a 2012 departure, your reward increases to $200 in CASH or credit per person. And once you refer 8 travelers departing in either 2012 or 2013, you'll earn a FREE trip valued up to $4,500 per household—which will bring the total value of your earned rewards up to $5,600.

And you are also passing along savings to your new traveler: We'll instantly deduct $100 off the cost of their reservation when they mention your name and Customer Number while reserving.

To learn more about the benefits of our Vacation Ambassador Referral Program, please call us toll-free at 1-800-955-1925 or click here.

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Unique Accommodations

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Amora Hotel Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand

The Amora Hotel Auckland is centrally located next to Myers Park, just a short walk from the shops on Queen Street. Hotel facilities include an on-site restaurant and bar, a gym, and a heated outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Each of the 149 rooms features a TV, telephone, Internet access, kitchenette, coffee- and tea- making facilities, minibar, laundry facilities, iron and ironing board, and private bath with hair dryer.

Rydges Rotorua Exterior
Rydges Rotorua Lobby
Rydges Rotorua Lounge
Rydges Rotorua Room
Rydges Rotorua Pool

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Rydges Rotorua
Rotorua, New Zealand

Offering panoramic views of Lake Rotorua and Mokoia Island, Rydges Rotorua is located within walking distance of downtown. Guests have access to on-site amenities including a gymnasium, thermally heated rooftop pool and sauna, and laundry. The hotel features 135 rooms, each with a private balcony, refrigerator, and hair dryer.

Millbrook Resort Exterior
Millbrook Resort Lake
Millbrook Resort Room

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Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown, New Zealand

The contemporary Millbrook Resort is set on a beautiful golf course designed by famous New Zealand golfer Bob Charles. The resort offers three restaurants, a health spa, and indoor pool. Set amidst pretty country gardens, the 170 quaint and cozy rooms feature a TV, coffee- and tea-making facilities, and private bath with shower.

Distinction Hotel Fox Glacier Exterior
Distinction Hotel Fox Glacier Room

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Distinction Hotel Fox Glacier
Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Located in the small township of Fox Glacier just a short walk from the town center, the Distinction Hotel Fox Glacier offers fine mountain views. Hotel facilities include a lounge with a fireplace and an adjoining balcony that's a good spot for taking in the expansive vista. Each of the 20 rooms also has its own balcony, plus a TV, CD player, telephone, Internet access, coffee- and tea- making facilities, iron and ironing board, and private bath with hair dryer.

Ashley Hotel, Exterior
Ashley Hotel Dining
Ashley Hotel Room

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Ashley Hotel
Greymouth, New Zealand

Situated in the heart of the South Island’s scenic west coast, the Ashley Hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from the Tasman Sea. There is a restaurant on the premises, an indoor heated pool complex, and 60 rooms with a TV, refrigerator, coffee- and tea-making facilities and private bath with hair dryer.

Travelodge Wellington Exterior
Travelodge Wellington Room

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Travelodge Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand

The Travelodge Wellington sits in the commercial district, walking distance from the harbour. This modern high-rise hotel features an on-site restaurant and breakfast buffet. Your air-conditioned room includes a TV, high-speed Internet, tea- and coffee-making facilities and private bath.

Pihia Pacific Resort Pool
Pihia Pacific Resort Room
Pihia Pacific Resort Lobby

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Paihia Pacific Resort
Bay of Islands, New Zealand (pre-trip extension)

The tranquil, boutique-style Paihia Pacific Resort is just a short stroll to the ocean and a five-minute walk to Paihia’s town center. Facilities include a restaurant and bar, swimming pool, spa, and sauna. Each of the 35 rooms features direct-dial phone, TV, refrigerator, coffee- and tea-making facilities, and private bath with hair dryer.

Sea Temple Resort and Spa Pool
Sea Temple Resort and Spa Room
Sea Temple Resort and Spa Interior

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Sea Temple Resort & Spa
Port Douglas, Australia (post-trip extension)

The central feature of this contemporary coastal resort is a large, lagoon-style outdoor pool. Other amenities include a full-service day spa, fitness center, restaurant, poolside bar, and 18-hole golf course. Each of its 194 air-conditioned rooms features a minibar, balcony, safe, and private bath with Jacuzzi.