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10 Day North & South NZ Tour from Auckland w/ Flight & Activities

9 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 9 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Auckland, New Zealand

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Overview

This signature 10-day, 9-night tour offers a perfect blend of daily travel, covering the majority of top attractions in both North Island (Auckland to Rotorua) and South Island (Christchurch to Milford Sound). The tour includes transfer flight, and optional handpicked activities, hotels & departure flight, ensuring you experience the best itinerary within your limited time in NZ without the hassles of planning endless things and driving long distances on your own. The itinerary is crafted to showcase the beauty of NZ in a relaxed style within an ideal number of days.

Besides visiting many of the top attractions in NZ, enjoy the flexibility to choose your own desired activities or opt for unbelievably long list of 15-17 optional activities, ensuring a diverse experience. Enjoy the luxury of a private tour for your group, with a knowledgeable guide-driver and a vehicle exclusively for your group throughout the tour. Choose to finish at Auckland or Christchurch or Queenstown.

What's Included

  • Optional Entry Ticket: Alpaca Farm Tour & Nature Cruise Ticket at Akaroa
  • Private transportation
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Gondola with luge rides & Thrill Jet Boating Ticket at Queenstown
  • Food & Drinks (except 9 x breakfast with "With Hotels & Departure Flight" option)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
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Meeting and Pickup

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Auckland
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End point

Queenstown
New Zealand

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Options & Pricing

Start Time • Daily 8:00 AM

What To Expect

Day 1

Auckland Explore (Mount Eden, Auckland Museum, Auckland CBD, Buddhist Temple & Muriwai/Piha/Long Bay Beach)

1 Stop

Day 2

Auckland – Hobbiton – Rotorua (Tour of a Geothermally Active Place & Māori Village Experience)

2 Stops

Day 3

Rotorua Explore (Redwoods Treewalk, Farm Experience & Hot Tub OR River Rafting, Eat Street)

2 Stops

Day 4

Rotorua or Auckland – Flight to Christchurch – Christchurch(International Antarctic Centre or Punting or City Tram Ride)

3 Stops

Day 5

Christchurch-Kaikōura or Akaroa-Christchurch

4 Stops

Day 6

Christchurch–TranzAlpine Train–Otira Viaduct–Arthur’s Pass Village–Castle Hill–Lake Tekapo

5 Stops

Day 7

Lake Tekapo–Lake Pukaki–Aoraki Mt Cook (Hooker Valley and/or Tasman Glacier View Track)–Lindis Pass–Queenstown

5 Stops

Day 8

Queenstown Explore (Queenstown Gardens, Lake Wakatipu, Central Queenstown Streets, River & Skyline Queenstown)

2 Stops

Day 9

Queenstown – Milford Sound - Te Anau Glowworm Caves – Te Anau

2 Stops

Day 10

Te Anau - Queenstown (Kiwi Park or Hot Pool Soak)-Optional Flight to Auckland or Christchurch – Auckland or Christchurch

2 Stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have their own comprehensive travel insurance
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Optional Entry Ticket: Alpaca Farm Tour & Nature Cruise Ticket at Akaroa.Private transportation.Optional Entry Ticket: Gondola with luge rides & Thrill Jet Boating Ticket at Queenstown.Optional Entry Ticket: Stargazing Activity Ticket at Lake Tekapo.If any optional activity is canceled by activity provider or unavailable, alternatives provided.Optional: Std. Economy Departure Flight from Queenstown to Auckland/Christchurch.Use of charging cables & emergency rain gear.Optional Entry Ticket: TranzAlpine Train Ticket - Christchurch to Arthur's Pass.Optional: Accommodation for 9 nights in 4 to 5-star handpicked hotels with breakfast.Optional Entry Ticket: Kiwi Park or 1 hour of Hot Pool Soak Ticket at Queenstown.Optional Entry Ticket: Cruise Ticket at Milford Sound.Guide-driver exclusively for your group.Optional Entry Ticket: Māori Cultural Experience & Dinner Buffet Ticket at Rotorua.Optional Entry Ticket: International Antarctic Centre OR Punting on Avon OR Christchurch Tram Ticket.Optional Entry Ticket: Helicopter ride ticket at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.WiFi on board.Optional Entry Ticket: Glowworm Caves Tour Ticket at Te Anau.Optional Entry Ticket: Auckland War Memorial Museum Entry Ticket at Auckland.Packaged snacks & chocolates.Optional Entry Ticket: Redwoods Treewalk Daytime Ticket at Rotorua.Optional Entry Ticket: Farm Experience & Hot Tub Ticket OR River Rafting Ticket at Rotorua.Optional Entry Ticket: Hobbiton Movie Set Tour Ticket.Standard Economy Transfer Flight Ticket from Rotorua or Auckland to Christchurch.Packaged water bottles.Optional Entry Ticket: Guided Kayaking or Whale Watching Cruise Ticket at Kaikōura. The following is NOT included: Food & Drinks (except 9 x breakfast with "With Hotels & Departure Flight" option).Travel Insurance.Anything not mentioned in the inclusions. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Optional Entry Ticket: Alpaca Farm Tour & Nature Cruise Ticket at Akaroa
  • Private transportation
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Gondola with luge rides & Thrill Jet Boating Ticket at Queenstown
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Stargazing Activity Ticket at Lake Tekapo
  • If any optional activity is canceled by activity provider or unavailable, alternatives provided
  • Optional: Std. Economy Departure Flight from Queenstown to Auckland/Christchurch
  • Use of charging cables & emergency rain gear
  • Optional Entry Ticket: TranzAlpine Train Ticket - Christchurch to Arthur's Pass
  • Optional: Accommodation for 9 nights in 4 to 5-star handpicked hotels with breakfast
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Kiwi Park or 1 hour of Hot Pool Soak Ticket at Queenstown
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Cruise Ticket at Milford Sound
  • Guide-driver exclusively for your group
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Māori Cultural Experience & Dinner Buffet Ticket at Rotorua
  • Optional Entry Ticket: International Antarctic Centre OR Punting on Avon OR Christchurch Tram Ticket
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Helicopter ride ticket at Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
  • WiFi on board
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Glowworm Caves Tour Ticket at Te Anau
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Auckland War Memorial Museum Entry Ticket at Auckland
  • Packaged snacks & chocolates
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Redwoods Treewalk Daytime Ticket at Rotorua
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Farm Experience & Hot Tub Ticket OR River Rafting Ticket at Rotorua
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Hobbiton Movie Set Tour Ticket
  • Standard Economy Transfer Flight Ticket from Rotorua or Auckland to Christchurch
  • Packaged water bottles
  • Optional Entry Ticket: Guided Kayaking or Whale Watching Cruise Ticket at Kaikōura
  • Food & Drinks (except 9 x breakfast with "With Hotels & Departure Flight" option)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have their own comprehensive travel insurance
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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