Travelmarvel New Zealand Getaway

Bay of Islands Cruise
Cruise through the Bay of Islands, setting off from the Cape Brett Peninsula and perhaps getting the chance to sail through the unique ‘Hole in the Rock’

Waitomo’s glowworm caves
Enter the caves below the Waitomo hills to see the cavern lit up with hundreds of glowworms, unique to New Zealand

Cruise the Cook Strait
Cross the North to South Island on the scenic Interislander ferry

TranzAlpine Train
Travel to Arthur’s pass on the world-famous TranzAlpine train.

Skyline Gondola
Take the Skyline Gondola to the top of Bob’s Peak, offering you breath-taking vies to Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables

• 14nts in premium accommodation
• Selected meals: 14 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 7 dinners
• Premium coach travel
• TranzAlpine Train journey
• Maori Cultural Evening
• Service of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and experienced driver

Day 1: Arrive in Auckland
Having made your way to Auckland, meet your group and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or start exploring independently.
Sudima Auckland City

Day 2: Auckland – Bay of Islands
Travel north today heading towards the Bay of Islands. On the way, stop to admire the ancient Kauri Tree. On arrival at the aby of Islands, you’ll set off on a cruise for the chance to encounter sea-life. Depending on the conditions, you may even get the chance to sail through the ‘Hole in the Rock’. Back on land, enjoy a delicious Welcome Dinner, showcasing local cuisine.
Breakfast & Dinner | Copthorne Hotel and Resort

Day 3: Bay of Islands
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the 144 islands that make up the bay. Your Tour Director will be on hand to make suggestions to make the region.
Breakfast | Copthorne Hotel and Resort

Day 4: Bay of Islands – Auckland
Spend a relaxing morning in the Bay before travelling back to Auckland. The rest of the day is at leisure and you may like to try one of the ‘Enhance your Journey’ experiences on offer
Breakfast & Dinner | Sudima Auckland City

Day 5: Waitomo and Rotorua
This morning, leave Auckland and travel south to Waitomo. Here you’ll venture into the caves, where you’ll get to see the caverns lit up by hundreds of glowworms. After this, continue to Rotorua. Visit Te Puia and its Māori cultural centre before heading to the Whakarewarewa Valley, an active geothermal area where you can watch the geysers. End the day with a unique evening of Māori culture and cuisine. Take a guided tour through the geothermal valley and meet the kiwis at the new Kiwi Conservation Centre. Experience a Haka pōwhiri (cultural welcome) and dance performances before sharing a traditional meal cooked in earth ovens known as Hāngi.
Breakfast & Dinner | Sudima Lake Rotorua

Day 6: Rotorua
Today, continue your sightseeing with a visit to the Agrodome, where you’ll meet the animals and learn about life in rural New Zealand. Alternatively, you can partake in today’s ‘Enhance your Journey’ experience.
Breakfast | Sudima Lake Rotorua

Day 7: Tuapō & Wellington
Head down the Thermal Explorer Highway to Wellington today, stopping en-route to visit Lake Tuapō and Huka Falls.
Breakfast | Novotel Wellington

Day 8: To the South Island
This morning, board the Interislander Ferry and make the scenic crossing over the Cook Strait. On arrival in Picton, continue to Christchurch
Breakfast & Dinner | Hotel Elms Christchurch

Day 9: TranzAlpine Train
Leaving Christchurch, you’ll travel on the iconic TranzAlpine Train through the heart of the Southern Alps, enjoying breath-taking views of gorges, alpine rivers and beech forests. After disembarking the train, take a scenic drive to your hotel in Fox Glacier
Breakfast & Dinner | Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier

Day 10: Fox Glacier – Queensland
Today, drive across Haast Pass to reach Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital. On arrival, check into your room, where you’ll enjoy sublime views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables Mountains. Your hotel is just a short stroll from the centre so you can make the most of your free time.
Breakfast | Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Day 11: Queenstown
This morning, ride the Skyline Gondola to the top of Bob’s Peak to admire the views of the surrounding area. Then, enjoy lunch at the famous Fergburger restaurant. The rest of the day is free to spend at leisure, or you can choose one of the ‘Enhance your Journey’ experiences available.
Breakfast & lunch | Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Day 12: Milford Sound
Drive along the shores of Lake Wakatipu this morning to the Fiordlands National Park. Here you’ll head to Milford Sound, where you’ll board a cruise along the full length of the sounds, admiring the natural wonders around you. Head back ashore and continue to Te Anau
Breakfast & Dinner | Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Day 13: Te Anau – Dunedin
Travel through Southland’s rugged landscapes to Dunedin, a city celebrated as New Zealand’s wildlife capital, home to sea lions, fur seals, rare penguins, and the world’s only mainland-breeding albatross colony.
Breakfast | Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Day 14: Mount Cook and Lake Tekapō
Leaving Dunedin, see the Moeraki Boulders and visit the town of Oamaru. From here, continue to Mount Cook National Park, where you’ll stop to admire views of Mount Cook itself. Travel onwards to Pepper Bluewater Resort on the shores of Lake Tekapō. Here you’ll enjoy a farewell dinner at Rakinui restaurant, with locally inspired dished prepared by world-class chefs.
Breakfast & Dinner | Peppers Bluewater Resort

Day 15: Departure
Drive past Lake Pukaki before stopping to admire the Church of the Good Sheperd. Continue to Christchurch where your journey ends.

Discover more in hand-picked destinations with these optional select experiences that provide further opportunity to pursue your special interests. Enhance Your Journey experiences are at an additional cost to your tour price.

Auckland (Day 4)

• All Blacks Experiences
• Wētā Workshop Unleashed

Rotorua (Day 6)

• Hobbiton Movie Set and Farm Tour

Queenstown (Day 11)

• Million Dollar Cruise
• Shotover Jet Boat Ride
• TSS Earnslaw Cruise & dinner