USP
New Zealand is a sovereign island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses—the North Island, and the South Island —and around 600 smaller islands. It has a total land area of 268,000 square kilometres. New Zealand is situated some 2,000 kilometres (1,200 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) south of the Pacific island areas of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long period of isolation, New Zealand developed a distinct biodiversity of animal, fungal, and plant life. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks, such as the Southern Alps, owe much to the tectonic uplift of land and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, while its most populous city is Auckland.
Highlights
No Highlights...
Highlights Deluxe
Cities : Auckland (2N) Paihia (2N) Tauranga (2N) Queenstown (3N) Wanaka (1N) Franz Josef (1) Hanmer Springs (2N) Christchurch (1N)
- 2 Nights Stay in Stamford Plaza Hotel or Similar at Auckland
- 2 Nights Stay in Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Island or Similar at Paihia
- 2 Nights Stay in Trinity Wharf Tauranga or Similar at Tauranga
- 3 Nights Stay in Aspen Hotel or Similar at Queenstown
- 1 Night Stay in Edgewater Hotel Wanaka or Similar at Wanaka
- 1 Night Stay in Scenic Hotel Franz Josef or Similar at Franz Josef
- 2 Nights Stay in The St James or Similar at Hanmer Springs
- 1 Night Stay in Ibis Christchurch or Similar at Christchurch
Self Drive Car Type : Compact Toyota Corolla with Full Compressive Insurance
Sightseeing :
- Sky Tower Entry Auckland
- Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise
- Cape Reinga – Scenic Coach Tour via Ninety Mile Beach Road on SIC
- V8 Trike Bike Tour
- Waimarino Adventure Park Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour
- Mt. Nicholas Farm Tour
- Shotover Jet Boat Ride
- Onsen Hot Pool Spa
- Avon Punting
No Highlights...
No Highlights...
Itinerary
Lotus Vacations Welcomes you to the City of Sails, Auckland!!!
For Private airport transfer: When you reach the arrival hall, turn left towards prebooked
taxi counter next to McDonalds, locate your driver carrying your name card.
You will travel to hotel in your private vehicle.
Reach Hotel and Free day for Leisure
After Breakfast , Take Rental Car and explore Auckland City Sightseeing & Evening Auckland Sky Tower.
Auckland city Sightseeing :
New Zealand’s biggest city offers a huge variety of sightseeing tours and activities thanks to its spectacular location – Auckland straddles an isthmus between two harbours, with 48 volcanic cones scattered across its skyline. The Auckland city tour is a great way to orientate yourself and explore the city. Visitors to can choose from a range of Auckland sightseeing tours all within a short distance of the central city: take a tour on the sparkling waters of the Waitemata and enjoy views of downtown Auckland, the Harbour Bridge and iconic volcanic cone of Rangitoto, which rises out of the waters of the Waitemata Harbour; or take a short ferry ride from the city and tour beautiful Waiheke island , one of New Zealand’s leading wine regions, for a relaxed wine tasting.
Auckland city boasts some of New Zealand’s best restaurants – from fine dining to a wide range of ethnic eateries, there is something for every budget; or shop till you drop on Queen Street, browse the designer offerings of the new Britomart precinct or take a trip to the historic village of Parnell for boutique buys in fashion, art and homewares. Outside the city, visit Auckland's natural attractions – take a sightseeing tour to the windswept black sand beaches and lush native bush of the West Coast just 45 minutes from Auckland city, or get up close with the diverse local marine life at the famous Kelly Tarlton’s underwater world, just five minutes from downtown
Sky Tower :
Includes: Visit to the 186 meter Main Observation Level, 182 metre Sky Lounge café and bar and 220 meter Sky Deck. Opening hours: 7 days - Sunday - Thursday 8.30am - 10.30pm; Friday & Saturday 8.30am - 11.30pm
After breakfast check out from Hotel and Transfer to Paihia.
Starting in Auckland, travel North to Paihia as you soak up New Zealand's spectacular scenery of
native forests and sub?tropical bush right to the foreshores of the beautiful Bay of Islands. Then,departing from Paihia, enjoy the famous Hole in the Rock cruise as you travel through the beautiful clear waters aboard Dolphin Seeker. Enjoy the large outdoor viewing decks as you cruise past the islands of the Bay. Enjoy the views as you cruise past the Cape Brett Lighthouse,
before arriving at the majestic Hole in the Rock. You'll be holding your breath as the skipper navigates through the narrow space, and admire the rock walls which soar above you. Take in the unique sights of Grand Cathedral Cave before heading back into the inner islands of the Bay. After the cruise, rest of the day is at lesiure.
(Auckland to Paihia: 227kms; 3hrs 10mins approx.)
[Activities /Entry / Admission fees are not included unless specified]
Cruise through the sheltered waters of the Bay of Islands on Dolphin Seeker, our purpose built dolphin and whale watching catamaran. Enjoy the large outdoor viewing decks as we cruise past the islands of the Bay. Keep a look out for common and bottlenose dolphins, whales and other marine life as we get you up close to the action from the comfort of Dolphin Seeker. Our catamaran is licensed by DOC (the Department of Conservation) for dolphin viewing. Enjoy the views as you cruise past the Cape Brett Lighthouse, before arriving at the majestic Hole in the Rock – hold your breath as the skipper navigates through the narrow space and admire the rock walls which soar above you. Take in the Grand Cathedral Cave before heading back into the sheltered waters of the Bay.
Enjoy a full breakfast in the hotel’s restaurant.
Fullers Great Sights Paihia Cape Reinga - Scenic coach tour via Ninety Mile beach - ex Paihia
A visit to New Zealand is not complete without a journey to the top of the North Island – Cape Reinga (Te Rerenga Wairua). Uncover the wild beauty of this vast and untouched region that is rich in Maori culture and tradition. This journey will take you to Cape Reinga, where according to Maori legend, spirits depart on their journey to the homeland - Hawaiki. On your way, visit the ancient Puketi Kauri Forest, with a 20 minute boardwalk past 1,000 year old Kauri trees and native bush. On arrival at Cape Reinga, stand on the northern most tip of New Zealand and watch the Pacific Ocean collide with the Tasman Sea. Ask your driver guide about planting a native tree at Cape Reinga (additional cost). Then take the opportunity to try sandboarding down the massive sand dunes on boogie boards at Te Paki Stream – try it if you dare! A fun experience that is available to all passengers. Your journey along the vast and empty Ninety Mile Beach will provide striking contrasts to the busy and populated East Coast. Feel the sand between your toes as you help your driver guide dig for shellfish (conditions permitting) on Ninety Mile Beach. This is an action packed day with opportunities to take photos or simply enjoy this unique part of New Zealand. Talk to your driver guide for more information.
Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast check out from Hotel and Transfer to Tauranga. Reach Tauranga free day for leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast Morning V8 Trike Bike City Tour.
Enjoy a beautiful private Tour in the local area in a V8 Trike bike- Summer Hills, McLaren Falls, Minden Lookout.
Evening Waimarino Adventure Park Evening Glow Worm Kayak Tour
This is a truly unique experience; while you can see glow?worms elsewhere in New Zealand, andyou can paddle a sea kayak in many places around the world, this is the only place when the two combine for a magical & truly unique experience. The tour is great fun with great refreshments,beautiful scenery, fantastic birdlife and awesome glow?worms.
Overnight at Hotel.
Check out from Tauranga Hotel. Transfer to Auckland Airport. Drop Rental Car at Auckland Airport Follow the signs for rental car drop the keys on car rental company counter.
Car rental Company office is located across the road from Auckland Domestic Airport.
Reach Queenstown Airport make your way to the rental car branch at the Airport to complete hiring formalities and pick up your rental car.
Queenstown hotel accommodation ? offers alpine ambience, stunning
scenery and spectacular views over Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables Range. Situated atop Fern Hill, Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Queenstown overlooks the adventure playground of Queenstown – a fantastic, not to be missed area to explore during your South Island, New Zealand holiday.The Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Queenstown is the highest situated accommodation in Queenstown and
offers 90 rooms and an extensive range of Queenstown hotel facilities providing guests with everything they need.
Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel and Skyline Gondola with Luge Ride.
Marvel at the stunning views as you ride the Skyline Queenstown Gondola ? the steepest cable car lift in the Southern Hemisphere! Sit back and relax as the best views in the region unfold before your eyes and the Gondola carries you 450 metres above Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu to the top of Bob's Peak. En route you will enjoy a spectacular 220 degree panorama,
with breath taking views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Walter Peak, Cecil Peak and over Queenstown. On arrival the purpose built viewing platforms and outdoor terraces provide great photo opportunities. Combine your Gondola experience with the Luge ride. The Luge is a thrilling ride for all ages and abilities. Jump on your specialised Luge cart, select your track, then take
control as you zoom down the Luge. Then catch the Luge chairlift back to the start zone and do it all over again ? once is never enough! The Scenic track is a leisurely ride with gentle gradient, easy bends, tunnels and dips. The Advanced track has a steeper gradient and is a more adventurous ride with the thrill of banked corners, tunnels, dippers and cuttings.
Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast Enjoy Southern Discoveries Mt. Nicholas Farm Tour.
Relax in tranquility on a real working farm with breathtaking views of middle earth. Hop off Spirit of Queenstown at Mt Nicholas High Country Farm for an exclusive, behind?thescenes visit to a truly authentic, family?run merino sheep farm. Mt Nicholas produces the highest quality wool for world?renowned clothing company Icebreaker. Soak in the surrounding
panoramic views in one of New Zealand’s most rugged and remote high country farms.
Join your guide on a tour of the farm, in a stunning mountain location on the lake edge Follow the journey of merino wool in a fun, interactive and hands?on environment – from mustering sheep through to the creation of Icebreaker clothing
Watch sheep being moved by the farm guide and dog Meet working animals used on the farm and learn about daily family life.
Trip duration is 3 .5 hours
Afternoon Shotover Jet Boating Ride.
Prepare yourself for the thrill and excitement of the ultimate Jet Boating experience with world famous Shotover Jet; it's a unique, breathtaking white water ride and an adrenaline rush you'll never forget! From the moment the accelerator hits the floor your adrenaline hits the roof as you speed in mere centimetres of water along the famous Shotover River and deep into the spectacular Shotover River Canyons. It's an amazing white water ride, as the Shotover Canyon walls tower over you, your expert driver puts your 'Big Red' Jet Boat through its paces and skilfully whips it past rocky outcrops, skims around crags and boulders, and speeds through the dramatic and narrow canyons. Duration: 25mins approx. A complimentary shuttle service, which departs from the ‘The Station’ Information Centre located on the corner of Camp & Shotover Streets in the heart of Queenstown up to every 15 minutes, is offered.
Evening Enjoy Onsen Hot Pool.
Onsen Hot Pools are located at 160 Arthurs Point Rd, Arthurs Point ? just 10mins from Queenstown or 13.5km from Arrowtown and there is plenty of car parking available behind 'The Barn', building. On arrival, guests take a short walk (approx. 100m) via the stairs or a gently sloping track from our carpark to the reception. At the main building your guests will be welcomed by our Onsen reception staff. They will check them in and show them to the lounge area, where they can enjoy the amazing mountain scenery, whilst they wait for their pool.
Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Wanaka. Enjoy Wanaka town.
Optional Activity : Puzzling World
We have the world’s first 3-D ‘Super Maze’, a large Puzzle Centre/Cafe, plus an incredible collection of Illusion Rooms that have to be seen to be believed.
The themes of wonder and visual trickery doesn’t just come with admission, as some of our attractions are free
Welcome to Wanaka's Wonderful World of Weirdness!
Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast , Depart Wanaka and travel the west coast to reach the scenic glacier region of Franz Josef.
Optional : Franz Josef Glacier Twenty minutes , with snow landing and one glacier ride
Sweep above Westland National Park as you explore the Franz Josef Glacier to 6000’ before landing in the snow to enjoy exceptional views of the majestic Southern Alps. (The Activity is weather dependent)
Overnight at Hotel.
Check out from Franz Josef and Drive to Hanmer Springs.
Enjoy town and evening for leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast , explore town by your own.
Enjoy Hot Pools , Quad Cycling and nature of Town.
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa :
The best place to escape, Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is an easy drive, just 90 minutes north of Christchurch.
The best place to indulge, with a range of pools including relaxing rock pools, soothing sulphur pools, an array of water jets and bubbles - at a range of temperatures.
Plus a luxurious day spa with a range of treatments, private pools, sauna and steam rooms.
The best place to act like a kid, with an activity pool, lap pool, lazy river, water slides, garden picnic areas and the Tea Kiosk Café & Grill.
Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Christchurch.
Adjacent to the new shopping heart of Christchurch, Cashell Mall. The "pop up" shopping precinct is the new vibrant heart of the city, featuring many new designer shops and modern cafes. Ibis Hotel Christchurch is very close to the famous Cathedral Square, the historic heart of the city providing easy access to the outer lying attractions and the airport.
Evening Punting on the Avon Punt Ride (30 Mins)
Experience life the way it should be – relaxed, tranquil and thoroughly enjoyable! Sink back into the velvet cushions of your boat as the Edwardian punter gently glides you down the Avon River, through the beautiful historic inner city of Christchurch. From the Park landing site, sit back and let your troubles melt away as you pass the trailing willows and leafy banks of the stunning Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
After breakfast Drive to the airport and follow the signs to leave your rental car at Christchurch airport. Drop your car keys at the car rental counter located inside the airport terminal building.
No Hotels...
-
Stamford Plaza Hotel or Similar at Auckland
2 Night(s)
-
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Island or Similar at Paihia
2 Night(s)
-
Trinity Wharf Tauranga or Similar at Tauranga
2 Night(s)
-
Aspen Hotel or Similar at Queenstown
3 Night(s)
-
Edgewater Hotel Wanaka or Similar at Wanaka
1 Night(s)
-
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef or Similar at Franz Josef
1 Night(s)
-
The St James or Similar at Hanmer Springs
2 Night(s)
-
Ibis Christchurch or Similar at Christchurch
1 Night(s)
No Hotels...
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Hotel Stay with Breakfast
- Sightseeing as per itinerary Optional activity extra cost.
- Private transfer on Day of Arrival
- Hertz Rental Car with Compressive insurance and GPS
Exclusions
- International and Domestic Airfares for and from NZ.
- Cost of travel insurance or any other insurance.
- Cost of optional activity
- Porterage at hotels, airports, tips, insurance, laundry, wines, mineral water, telephone charges and all items of personal nature and also food & drinks
- Meals if not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Toll, parking & Fuel at all destinations as well as hotels.
- Any damage for hotel rooms / coach.
- Any Bond (Hotel will require cash or credit card bond & Rental car company will require credit card bond) during stay, from client.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in 'Tour Price Includes' box
General Notes
- Hotels mentioned in the itinerary are indicative they will be subject availability at the time of booking. Same or similar hotels will be provided.
- Changes to itinerary and number of persons will require a revised quote.
- Package is NOT valid during any special event in New Zealand.
- Rooms are subject to availability at the time of confirmation
- Room Rate based on standard rooms. Supplement cost will be applicable for higher category room.
- Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
- Early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability and may be chargeable by the hotel
- The standard check-in time is 2 PM and the standard check-out time is 12 Noon for most of the hotels
- Package is based on 02 adults (As per the option) travelling together on the same flight.
- Child cost / seat is NOT included in the package.
- Package is Valid for travel between 1st Oct 2019 and 31st Mar 2020.
- Package is NOT valid for New Year, Chinese New year or for any special events in New Zealand; there will additional surcharge applicable on the top of the package.
- Package may not be applicable if hotel require minimum number of nights for certain days (Especially for the events & New Year period).
- On Self-drive option: Clients will pick up the car on arrival from the airport, hence there will be NO assistance available.
- Optional tours / activities are not included in the package (will be on additional cost).
- Self Drive: Rental car pick up & drop off time is calculated on the basis of 24 hrs, in case of delays one day extra rental will be charged.
- Client will be required to present his/her driver’s license (Indian) with driver’s photograph, Age clearly mentioned and it must be in English to the rental car company in order to claim the vehicle.
- Driver must carry a valid Credit card with enough funds(almost NZ$4,000) to pay a security bond at the time of collecting the vehicle without a valid Credit card a car can-not be hired and no refunds will be made for cancellation.
- On self drive: clients will need to carry a valid credit card with enough funds for bond (Cash bond will not be acceptable by rental car company), also need to carry valid full driving licence (should be in clear English).