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New Zealnd Tour
- Tour includes Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, and Queenstown with scenic and cultural experiences.
- Explore natural landscapes, Maori culture, lakes, and adventure activities.
- Enjoy guided tours, leisure time, and iconic destinations across New Zealand.
A Relaxed Yet Comprehensive Luxury Tour of New Zealand's Best Destinations
Is your time limited? No problem. This journey is also a great option for custom travel to Europe extensions. Our whirlwind tour of New Zealand provides plenty of time to visit the country's best sites while still feeling relaxed and traveling at a comfortable pace. We've done all the hard work and you'll just sit back and enjoy a variety of guided tours and exciting excursions in this country known not only for its natural beauty but also its adventure activities. Travelers wishing to extend their journey can pair this with our luxury tours in New Zealand and Australia for a complete South Pacific experience.
Auckland: New Zealand's Vibrant Yachting Capital and Most Livable City
First, begin your custom travel journey with a flight to Auckland where you'll be treated to the sites of New Zealand's most populous urban area. Continuously ranked as one of the world's most livable cities, Auckland straddles a volcanic field, making its terrain extra interesting. A true melting pot with a particularly large Polynesian and British population, Auckland is the yachting capital of the Southern Hemisphere. On your private tour of the city, visit the SkyTower, see the set of The Lord of the Rings, and explore Auckland's eclectic neighborhoods. Set aside some time for shopping, visit a theme park, or take in one of the city's many natural attractions.
Rotorua and Taupo: Maori Culture, Geothermal Wonders, and Scenic Lakes
Next, continue your custom travel experience as you head to Rotorua where you'll experience New Zealand's rural side. Immerse yourself in Maori culture, visit an area farm, check out the geysers and thermal springs, or take a walk around one of the area's 16 stunning lakes. After your time in Rotorua, continue to Taupo for an overnight stay. Taupo sits on the shore of a large lake, where you can enjoy a leisurely cruise or visit one of many hot springs, suitable for bathing.
Queenstown: Adventure Capital of the World with Wine, History, and Thrilling Activities
After a relaxing stay in Taupo, depart for the city of Queenstown, situated on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. On a luxury tour of the area you'll visit the wine country and hear about the area's gold mining history. Of course, you'll experience Queenstown's wild side as well, with an optional jet boat tour, helicopter excursion, ziplining, canyoning, or even a bungee jump or hot air balloon ride. During your free time, explore Queenstown's vibrant culinary scene or shop in the downtown retail district. Those wishing to continue the adventure across the Tasman Sea can also explore our Australia tours for more Pacific highlights.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Zealand Luxury Tours
What cities are included in the luxury New Zealand tour?
The 7-day luxury tour of New Zealand includes Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, and Queenstown. Each destination offers unique experiences, from urban culture and volcanic landscapes to Maori traditions and world-class adventure activities.
What adventure activities are available in Queenstown on the tour?
Queenstown offers optional adventure activities including jet boat tours, helicopter excursions, ziplining, canyoning, bungee jumping, and hot air balloon rides. You can also enjoy the local culinary scene, wine country visits, and shopping in the downtown retail district.
Is the New Zealand tour suitable for travelers combining it with a European trip?
Yes. The New Zealand tour is designed as an excellent extension option for travelers already on a custom travel to Europe itinerary. Destination Europe can arrange a seamless combined journey tailored to your schedule and preferences.
What cultural experiences are offered in Rotorua on the luxury tour?
In Rotorua, you can immerse yourself in authentic Maori culture, visit a working farm, explore geysers and thermal springs, and walk around one of the region's 16 stunning lakes. It is one of the most culturally rich stops on the New Zealand itinerary.
How is the pace of the New Zealand luxury tour managed?
Despite being a comprehensive 7-day itinerary covering multiple cities and experiences, the tour is carefully paced to feel relaxed and comfortable. Guided tours are balanced with generous leisure time so travelers can explore independently and recharge between activities.
Tour Overview
7 days featuring Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, and Queenstown
- Day 1 = Arrive in Auckland and enjoy a half-day urban tour
- Day 2 = Transfer to Taupo with a stop in Rotorua to see the sights
- Day 3 = Free time in Taupo followed by a deluxe river cruise
- Day 4 = Depart by air for Queenstown, enjoy a city tour
- Days 5 - 6 = Choose your favorite adventure activities and enjoy free time for shopping or wine tasting
- Day 7 = Depart for home
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Travel Insurance
Destination Europe has adopted the policy of always recommending travel insurance to protect your travel investment. Given recent world events, unexpected and unforeseen occurrences, we highly recommend travel insurance to all of our clients. Our insurance provider is Travelex.
Plan My TripAirfare
We can offer round trip international airfare from any city in the United States. Please note that we can only offer published fares and do not have the capabilities to hold specific fares or flights for longer than five days. Also, we do not offer airfare as a single item - it must be included with a travel package.
Plan My TripRail Travel & Passes
Interested in including rail travel in your journey, we offer a wide range of rail passes, transportation cards, night train reservations, premier seat reservations, point-to-point tickets and more. Please contact us at info@destinationeuropeonline.com or fill our Travel Request form and provide the necessary information.
Plan My TripHotels
We work with a large range of hotels and properties all over Europe. Ranging from budget friendly hotels, to first class luxury hotels. We also work with select B&Bs and Inns, rentals, Villas, Castles, and unique style properties (think glamping, tents, ice hotel, etc). With our Virtuoso connections, additional amenities at select hotels are included.
Plan My TripExperiences
The experiences and activities that we build are endless. From private drivers and private guides, to small group experiences. City tours, day trips, boat charters, hot air balloons, food and wine, culinary experiences, hiking & biking, history tours, photography tours, garden and estate tours, and special occasions are just some of what we can offer.
Plan My TripRiver Cruises
Europe offers an array of River Cruise options from the Douro River in Portugal, to Normandy and the South of France along the Seine and Rhone Rivers, to Rhine and Danube Rivers meandering through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Hungary, and Romania. We can help you navigate all options best suited for you or group.
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