New Zealand · AAT Kings Guided Tour
Spirit of New Zealand with AAT Kings
21-day guided tour of New Zealand from Christchurch to Auckland, with return flights from the UK and 20 nights in twin-share accommodation.
Price shown includes local taxes which are paid at the time of booking. Tour Operator: AAT Kings/VISTA
About This New Zealand Tour
Cruise the breathtaking Milford Sound/Piopiotahi and cross the Cook Strait by ferry. Travel through the majestic Southern Alps aboard the TranzAlpine train.
Discover the charm of Napier on an Art Deco walking tour and experience Māori culture in Rotorua on this comprehensive 21-day guided journey from Christchurch to Auckland.
Tour highlights
Milford Sound & Cook Strait
Cruise the breathtaking Milford Sound/Piopiotahi and cross the Cook Strait by ferry.
TranzAlpine Train
Travel through the majestic Southern Alps aboard the TranzAlpine train.
Napier & Rotorua
Discover the charm of Napier on an Art Deco walking tour and experience Māori culture in Rotorua.
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Itinerary
21 days · Christchurch to Auckland · Various
Welcome to Christchurch
Fly from London Heathrow with Emirates (EK006 / EK412) via Dubai, arriving into Christchurch prior to 4.00pm. Hotel check-in and welcome to the Garden City.
Meals: In-flight
Christchurch – Omarama
Travel from Christchurch through the Mackenzie Country, viewing the Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo before arriving in Omarama.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Omarama – Invercargill
Head south to Invercargill with an exclusive guided tour at Transport World and a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Templeton Flax Mill.
Meals: Breakfast
Invercargill – Te Anau
Journey to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park, with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Real Country Farm Experience en route.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Day Trip
Cruise the breathtaking Milford Sound/Piopiotahi and return to Te Anau for the night.
Meals: Breakfast
Te Anau – Queenstown
Travel to Queenstown, visiting historic Arrowtown and sampling Queenstown's world-famous Fergburger.
Meals: Breakfast
Queenstown Free Time
Enjoy a full free day in Queenstown to explore the adventure capital of New Zealand.
Meals: Breakfast
Queenstown – Christchurch
Return to Christchurch, travelling through the majestic Southern Alps aboard the TranzAlpine train.
Meals: Breakfast
Christchurch – Punakaiki
Travel to Punakaiki and view the Pancake Rocks from a scenic viewpoint on the West Coast.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Punakaiki – Nelson
Journey north through native forests and along the coast to the sunny city of Nelson.
Meals: Breakfast
Nelson Free Time
Enjoy a free day in Nelson to explore its beaches, galleries and local artisan culture.
Meals: Breakfast
Nelson – Wellington
Cross the Cook Strait from Picton to Wellington by ferry and arrive in New Zealand's capital.
Meals: Breakfast
Wellington – Napier
Travel along the east coast to Napier, famous for its Art Deco architecture and vineyards.
Meals: Breakfast
Napier Sightseeing
Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience guided Art Deco walking tour in Napier.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Napier – Rotorua
Travel to Rotorua and experience the geothermal wonders and Māori culture of the region.
Meals: Breakfast
Rotorua Free Time
Enjoy a free day with a guided Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia and optional activities.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Rotorua – Auckland
Travel to Auckland with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience discovering the significance and craft of Pounamu (Jade) carving.
Meals: Breakfast
Auckland – Bay of Islands
Join an interactive All Blacks Experience in Auckland before travelling to the Bay of Islands.
Meals: Breakfast
Bay of Islands Free Time
Explore the Bay of Islands, a stunning coastal paradise with golden beaches and lush islands, with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Bay of Islands – Auckland
Return to Auckland for your final night before the journey home.
Meals: Breakfast
Farewell from Auckland
Fly from Auckland with Emirates (EK449 / EK01) via Dubai, arriving back in the UK.
Meals: In-flight
What's Included
Return flights from London Heathrow (EK)
20 nights in twin-share accommodation
20 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 7 Dinners
Small group departure
Exclusive guided tour at Transport World, Invercargill
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® – Templeton Flax Mill
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® – Real Country Farm Experience
TranzAlpine train through the Southern Alps
Cruise on Milford Sound/Piopiotahi
Cook Strait ferry, Picton to Wellington
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® – Art Deco Walking Tour, Napier
Guided Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® – Pounamu (Jade) carving
All Blacks Experience in Auckland
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® – Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Peace of Mind Guarantee
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Terms and conditions
Prices shown are per person based on 2 adults sharing a twin room. Departure 20 April 2027 from London Heathrow with Emirates. Small Group Departure package price is £8,535.00pp. Tour reference LCQB. A £150pp deposit secures your booking under our Peace of Mind Guarantee. Optional travel insurance is available from £87pp.
Flights shown: EK006 L 20APR LHR-DXB 2215, EK412 L 21APR DXB-CHC 1010, EK449 L 12MAY AKL-DXB 2030, EK01 L 13MAY DXB-LHR 0745. Day 1 flights must arrive prior to 4.00pm into Christchurch Airport.
Included highlights: exclusive guided tour at Transport World, Invercargill; MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences at the Templeton Flax Mill, Real Country Farm, guided Art Deco walking tour in Napier, Pounamu (Jade) carving, and guided tour and cultural performance at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds; visit historic Arrowtown; cruise on Milford Sound/Piopiotahi; sample Queenstown's world-famous Fergburger; view Punakaiki's Pancake Rocks; cruise the Cook Strait from Picton to Wellington; guided Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia; interactive All Blacks Experience in Auckland; explore the Bay of Islands; and view the Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo.
20 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 7 Dinners are included. All prices correct at time of print but are subject to change. Hays Travel reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions in this brochure.