New Zealand Kiwi Magic

Go to the North or South Island...that is the question. Kiwi Magic allows you to do both! Explore the Glow-Worm Grotto of the North Island and continue to Rotorua for a surreal hot springs and Maori experience. Visit Christchurch, the most English city in New Zealand, complete with its own River Avon. From beautiful Queenstown travel to spectacular Milford Sound.


  • Day 1: Depart USA En Route

    Depart on your flight to Auckland.

  • Day 2: International Date Line En Route

    Lose one day crossing the International Dateline.

  • Day 3: Arrive Auckland Park Hyatt

    Transfer to the Park Hyatt, pre-registered for immediate check-in. Afternoon tour of Auckland, New Zealand's largest city built around more than 60 volcanoes and seemingly surrounded by water. Auckland is well-endowed with parks and reserves. Parnell Village is a delightful redevelopment of an older area of the city. The War Memorial Museum houses the world's largest collection of Maori artifacts.

  • Day 4: Auckland Park Hyatt

    Morning at leisure. Drive to the Waitakere Ranges and take a nature hike under the lush forest canopy. Travel to the black sand beaches of the West Coast for dramatic coastal vistas from high cliffs. The highlight is a walk along the surf line where your guide shows you New Zealand's shore life. (B)

  • Day 5: Rotorua Solitaire Lodge

    Drive through Ngaruawahia, home of the Maori Queen, to Waitomo and tour the incredible Glow-Worm Grotto. Take a silent boat ride on an underground river into a cavern spangled with radiant blue-green lights of thousands of tiny glow-worms. Continue via densely forested Mamaku Hills to Rotorua, known for its hot springs and as the center of Maori culture. (B)

  • Day 6: Rotorua Solitaire Lodge

    At Wai-o-tapu Thermal Wonderland see geysers, mud pools, mineral terraces, colorful pools, and steaming volcanic lakes. Have the opportunity to join a descendant of the Tuhourangi people and be taken on a journey to experience their unique lifestyle and history. Learn aspects of M?ori culture first hand, experience M?ori kai (food), see how their families live amongst the bubbling hot pools, then experience seeing the ‘sleeping giant’ Mount Tarawera and enjoy bathing in the geothermal waters. (B,L)

  • Day 7: Christchurch The George Hotel

    Fly to Christchurch on the South Island, a charming English-style city with its own River Avon. Visit Cathedral Square, the Town Hall and Hagley Park. Dinner is on board the charming Christchurch Tramcar. (B)

  • Day 8: Christchurch The George Hotel

    Get ready for your TranzAlpine Adventure! Cross the picturesque Canterbury Plains to the foothills of the Southern Alps to board the TranzAlpine train for Arthur's Pass, where you will explore the area by guided hike and enjoy a scenic lunch (B,L)

  • Day 9: Queenstown Matakauri Lodge

    Full-day overland drive to Queenstown - the MOST scenic roadtrip in New Zealand across the Mackenzie High Country with majestic Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki and Mt Cook. Upon arrival check-in to hotel and enjoy facilities. Rest of day at leisure. (B)

  • Day 10: Queenstown Matakauri Lodge

    Full day of exploration. Wander through the historic cobblestoned streets of Arrowtown, a township with a vivid history. Experience a spectacular drive along the shores of Lake Wakatipu towards Glenorchy, recently recognized as ‘one of the most beautiful drives in the world. After lunch, embark on the exhilarating Dart River jet boat venturing deep into the world-renowned Mount Aspiring National Park. Disembark and your guide will talk you through the region’s rich history and Maori legends and wander amongst ancient beech forests. On the way back to Queenstown, take a leisurely stroll around beautiful and historic Bob’s Cove (B,L)

  • Day 11: Queenstown Matakauri Lodge

    Drive along the eastern shore of Lake Wakatipu to Lake Te Anau and into spectacular Milford Sound. Take a fjord cruise to see native forests and sheer cliffs rising more than 2000 feet. Gigantic waterfalls tumble from mountain lakes and mile-high Mitre Peak soar s above you. Fly to Queenstown (weather permitting) with incredible views of precipitous mountains and Suther land Falls. (B,L)

  • Day 12: Queenstown Matakauri Lodge

    The day is free for optional activities: (B)
    • Skipper s & Beyond – Adventure Sightseeing & Gold Panning
    • Over the Top Helicopters
    • Hiking on pristine nature trails

  • Day 13: Depart En Route

    Fly to Christchurch and connect with your return flight home. (B)


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