Trip at a Glance

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New Zealand is a thrilling microcosm of the natural world—a land where wild rivers and glaciers flow through rain forests to the sea, pristine lakes and pastoral forests hug volcanic slopes, and snowcapped peaks pierce the sky. There’s no better way to experience this magnificent beauty than in the pure open air—and OAT helps you do just that.

We’ll immerse ourselves in this magnificent setting from North Island to South, as we discover treasures as distinct as they are unforgettable. On this comprehensive itinerary, we’ll enjoy a harbor cruise in Auckland, the “City of Sails” … view the thermal geysers of Rotorua, home to the Maori people for more than 1,000 years … ascend the slopes of a volcanic mountain by overland vehicle … admire Milford Sound from the deck of a boat … hike to the foot of a glacier … and so much more.

Along the way, we’ll experience firsthand the Kiwi spirit of adventure that springs from this mighty landscape, as only small group travel allows. Plus, explore more of this supremely picturesque country on an optional pre-trip extension—and add Australia to your discoveries on a post-trip stay.

Summary Itinerary

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• 1   Fly non-stop Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand
  
• 2 Fly non-stop Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand
  
• 3-4  Arrive Auckland : Mercure Hotel Windsor
  Meals: 1B, 1D
• 5 Overland to Rotorua : Quality Geyserland Hotel
  Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
• 6 Ascend Mt. Tarawera : Quality Geyserland Hotel
  Meals: 1B
• 7-8  Fly to Queenstown/Discover Arrowtown/Milford Sound : Millbrook Resort
  Meals: 2B, 1L
• 9 Arrowtown, New Zealand : Millbrook Resort
  Meals: 1B
• 10 Arrowtown/Franz Josef, New Zealand : Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
  Meals: 1B, 1D
• 11-12  Explore Franz Josef Glacier/Overland to Greymouth : Ashley Hotel
  Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D
• 13-15  Overland to Christchurch/Explore Akaroa : Paihia Pacific Resort
  Meals: 3B, 1L, 1D
• 16 Fly to U.S. or begin your post-trip extension to Australia's Great Barrier Reef & Sydney
  Meals: 1B

Itinerary subject to change. Alternate itineraries may be available.

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What's Included?

• Roundtrip international airfare from Los Angeles
• Internal air transfer within New Zealand
• Accommodations
• 22 meals

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