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Highlights of New Zealand

Highlights of New Zealand

11 day tour from Auckland to Queenstown
Tour Operator
Cosmos
Departures
Sep 20, 2025 – Nov 28, 2026
Prices From
$3,569
Dates & Prices
Your affordable New Zealand tour begins in Auckland with a two-night stay to start exploring this fascinating country. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, including the Domain -- its park surrounding a dormant volcano. You’ll travel through the lush farmland of Rotorua, home to New Zealand’s Maori culture, bubbling geothermal sites, and the setting for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies. You’ll learn about the region’s natural wonders, agricultural and creative traditions, and the Maori culture. Your value-minded New Zealand guided vacation continues with big sights to see througho

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
ARRIVE AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand! Hotel rooms are available for immediate check-in. A pre-night is not required for early check-in.
Day 2
AUCKLAND
This morning begins with a welcome briefing to meet fellow passengers and your Tour Director. Then, enjoy a sightseeing tour, discovering firsthand why Auckland is regarded as one of the best places in the world to live. See the Domain, the city’s oldest park, developed around an extinct volcano. Highlights also include charming Parnell Village, bustling Queens Street, and the Viaduct Harbour. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining. (B)
Day 3
AUCKLAND–ROTORUA
Leave Auckland this morning and journey through lush farmland to Rotorua, home to New Zealand’s Máori culture and geothermal wonders. Our first stop is Te Puia where a guided tour allows you to see bubbling mud, pools of boiling water, and the famous Pohutu Geyser, the largest active geyser in the southern hemisphere. You’ll also have a chance to witness traditional Máori carving and weaving along with a Máori cultural performance. Then, visit Agrodome to learn more about one of the country’s major industries--sheep! This evening is at leisure. (B)
Day 4
ROTORUA
Today is free to explore more of Rotorua. You may wish to take an optional excursion to visit magical Hobbiton, the set used as the Shire in the movie trilogies, The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Other options include a zipline and canopy tour, helicopter and floatplane flights over the volcanic valley, or a relaxing soak in a natural hot spring at the Polynesian Spa. Indulge in an evening of singing, storytelling, and sizzling meats and veggies prepared on underground hot stones in true Máori fashion. Hang out with an optional Hangi dinner with a side of authentic cultural performances in

What's Included

Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinners

Hotels

Quest Auckland
First-Class

Itinerary Dates & Prices

Start Date
Sep 20, 2025
End Date
Sep 30, 2025
Our Price
$3,569
Guaranteed
Start Date
Oct 18, 2025
End Date
Oct 28, 2025
Our Price
$3,719
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Start Date
Nov 15, 2025
End Date
Nov 25, 2025
Our Price
$3,619
Guaranteed
Start Date
Jan 24, 2026
End Date
Feb 03, 2026
Our Price
$4,019
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Start Date
Feb 14, 2026
End Date
Feb 24, 2026
Our Price
$4,019
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Start Date
Mar 07, 2026
End Date
Mar 17, 2026
Our Price
$4,019
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