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With the soft sand under your feet. You can take some time to enjoy the soothing sounds of the ocean. This is a perfect spot to relax, unwind and appreciate the surroundings. Arrive in Tutukaka tonight – a coastal city known for its scenic views, world-famous beaches and coastline (rated one of the top three coastlines in the world by National Geographic Traveller!). Included Activities: -<description>Matapouri Beach - Visit</description> -<description>Whangarei Falls - Visit</description>","lat":"-36.84846","lng":"174.763332"},{"title":"Day 3: Tutukaka / Paihia","name":"Tutukaka / Paihia","description":"After breakfast this morning, you’ll set sail on a full-day cruise to the Poor Knights Islands. As a total Marine Reserve, the islands boast 11-million-year-old volcanic origins, featuring some pretty memorable drop-offs, walls, caves, arches and tunnels both above and below the water. The rich biodiversity includes plant, animal and fish life unique to the area, so if you’re a wildlife buff this might be the highlight of your trip! Your day will be filled with sightseeing, kayaking, exploring caves, snorkelling, swimming, spotting sea mammals and learning the history of the islands. The highlight of the day is a visit to the world's largest sea cave – Rikoriko Cave, only accessible by boat. Finish your day with a scenic drive to Paihia, where you’ll spend the night. Included Activities: -<description>Tutukaka - Poor Knights Islands Day Cruise</description>","lat":"-35.280668","lng":"174.091035"},{"title":"Day 4: Paihia","name":"Paihia","description":"Today is a free day in Paihia – this coastal town is known as the gateway to the popular dive sites and sandy beaches of the bay. With more than 140 sub-tropical islands dotted around the coastline, there’s plenty to see and do here! Maybe hit the water and explore the many coves and beaches or take a cruise through the natural rock archway. Explore the ocean floor on a scuba mission or maybe set sail in search of local dolphins. If you’re looking for a hit of adrenaline, why not consider going skydiving? Your leader will have the inside scoop on optional activities and the best places to refuel for lunch and dinner. 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Arrive back in Auckland in the late afternoon and check into your hotel. You’ll have another welcome meeting tonight at 6 pm, then the rest of the evening is yours to do as you please – you might like to take a dip into Auckland’s nightlife. Included Activities: -<description>Waitangi - Treaty Grounds</description>","lat":"-35.280668","lng":"174.091035"},{"title":"Day 8: Waitomo / Rotorua","name":"Waitomo / Rotorua","description":"This morning’s adventure takes you underground during an optional visit to the Waitomo Caves, a subterranean system of caverns and passageways illuminated by thousands of ethereal glow worms. You may like to join a walking tour to hear the story of the caves’ history, geology and connection to Maori mythology. If you’d rather stay on the surface, the Ruakuri Forest walk is a must, cutting through dense rainforest and taking in views of verdant gorges and limestone arches. Tucked into the rolling green hills of Matamata you’ll find Hobbiton, the set where part of the Lord of the Rings films were shot. On a fully guided tour of the set you will see Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and even enjoy a drink at the Green Dragon Inn. Continue your journey towards Rotorua, known for its Maori heritage, hotbed of geothermal activity and distinctive sulphur smell (you’ll get used to it!). To get your first look at Rotorua’s impressive scenery, take a treetop walk through an ancient redwood forest over a network of suspension bridges, reaching 12 metres at the highest point. 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Here you’ll enjoy a hangi dinner, a traditional meal cooked underground, giving it a delicious earthy flavour. You’ll also experience a soul-stirring haka performance. Included Activities: -<description>Rotorua - Pohutu Geyser</description> -<description>Rotorua - Hangi Dinner & Haka Dance</description> Optional Activities: -<description>Rotorua - Skyline Gondola Rotorua</description> -<description>Rotorua - Mount Tarawera Crater Hike</description> -<description>Rotorua - Forest Ziplining - from</description> -<description>Rotorua - Whitewater Rafting</description> -<description>Rotorua - ZORB - from</description>","lat":"-38.136848","lng":"176.249746"},{"title":"Day 10: Taupo","name":"Taupo","description":"Take in the sights before heading south to Taupo. Rotorua’s Polynesian Spa is the perfect place to unwind, or head to Kuirau Park to walk through a landscape of hissing natural hot pools. If your morning activities have inspired an appetite, the town is chock full of tempting cafes and bakeries serving up local favourites. Say goodbye to Rotorua and get on the road once more, heading to Taupo. Stop at the thundering Huka Falls during the drive before arriving in Taupo, set on the shores of the mighty Lake Taupo, New Zealand’s largest lake. We’ll spend two nights here, the perfect base to explore Taupo and Tongariro National Park. Included Activities: -<description>Taupo - Huka Falls</description> Optional Activities: -<description>Taupo - Skydiving</description>","lat":"-38.685692","lng":"176.07021"},{"title":"Day 11: Taupo","name":"Taupo","description":"A volcanic eruption 70,000 years ago created the magnificent Lake Taupo, which now hosts visitors from around New Zealand and the world, keen to both relax and get their blood pumping with the adventure sports and hikes on offer. With a free day here, you’ll have plenty to choose from. If you’re a keen hiker, you may like to complete the Tongariro Crossing, New Zealand’s most famous day hike. At 19.4km long, the path takes you around a volcano, past lakes, craters and bush. A variety of guided or unguided options are available, but a good level of fitness and appropriate gear for all types of weather are a must for anyone considering tackling the crossing today. There are shorter hikes in the park available or, for the thrill seekers, you might like to go skydiving or bungy jumping. Optional Activities: -<description>Tongariro National Park - Tongariro Crossing (Unguided, Transport to/from Trail Head only) - from</description>","lat":"-38.685692","lng":"176.07021"},{"title":"Day 12: Wellington","name":"Wellington","description":"Wellington is calling – leave Taupo behind and drive on to New Zealand’s trendy and attractive capital city. Strung between staggering green hills and a delightful harbour, Wellington holds onto a small-town charm despite its capital status. The city is known for its creative and artistic endeavours, making it a real joy to explore. Arrive in the afternoon, your leader will give you a brief introduction to the city before you are free to explore as you wish. You may like to head up Mt Victoria for a view that will help you appreciate Wellington in all its glory. The rest of the evening is yours to explore the capital. With a booming food scene, be sure to ask your leader for some wonderful restaurant recommendations.","lat":"-41.28646","lng":"174.776236"},{"title":"Day 13: Wellington","name":"Wellington","description":"Today is all about getting to know windy Wellington, a charming place even on its most blustery days! Kick the day off with an orientation tour with your leader, checking out the bays, central Wellington, the Botanic Gardens and the Parliament Buildings. Next up it's a visit to Zealandia, a groundbreaking conservation project that has successfully reintroduced over 20 species of native wildlife into this area, some of which were previously absent from mainland New Zealand for over 100 years. Pay a visit to Weta Workshop, the special effects studio used by Peter Jackson for the Lord of the Rings trilogy. While here you’ll have the chance to take an optional tour around the studio to find out how the team here create film magic. This afternoon, you may like to check out Wellington’s most famous cultural attraction, Te Papa Museum. Displaying an intriguing combination of New Zealand’s history and cultural heritage woven with cutting edge technology and interactive displays, there’s something here to entertain everyone. If you’d rather spend the afternoon outdoors, a tour of Kapiti Island offers the chance to spot an abundance of rare and beautiful birds. 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Stop by and sample their goods while learning what makes Marlborough wine so renowned. Continue your journey south, eventually arriving in Kaikoura where you will stop for the night. This seaside town is known for its abundance of marine wildlife. This evening perhaps head out for a crayfish dinner – it’s a real specialty here! Included Activities: -<description>Marlborough - Wine Tasting</description>","lat":"-41.28646","lng":"174.776236"},{"title":"Day 15: Christchurch","name":"Christchurch","description":"Embrace a free morning to enjoy all Kaikoura has to offer. Kaikoura is famously one of the world’s top spots for whale watching, so perhaps take advantage of your time here and head out on a boat trip in search of humpbacks, orcas and sperm whales. Regroup and check out a colony of native fur seals, then depart Kaikoura and travel down to Christchurch, the South Island’s biggest city. Perhaps head out for dinner, or rest up for an exciting day ahead tomorrow. A meeting will take place at your hotel tomorrow morning to welcome any travellers joining you for the next leg of your journey.","lat":"-43.532054","lng":"172.636225"},{"title":"Day 16: Christchurch / Lake Tekapo / Ohau","name":"Christchurch / Lake Tekapo / Ohau","description":"Christchurch is not just a pretty city – it’s also remarkably resilient. After a devastating earthquake destroyed much of the downtown area in 2011, the city has begun to rebuild in innovative and creative ways. Head out with your leader this morning to see this for yourself. Stop by the Christchurch Cathedral, which stood as a symbol of the city before collapsing in the earthquake, and has now been replaced with an architecturally striking and quake-proof structure made out of cardboard. After a morning of exploring, say goodbye to Christchurch and drive inland to Lake Tekapo. An eye-catching combination of purple lupins, turquoise waters and snow-dusted peaks makes this one of the most photo-worthy spots in the country. The Church of the Good Shepherd sits on the shores of the lakes and attracts couples from all over the world shooting their wedding pictures. It’s easy to see why – backdrops don’t get much better than this! Continue to Lake Ohau where you’ll spend the night. Included Activities: -<description>Lake Tekapo - Mt John Lookout</description>","lat":"-44.230219","lng":"169.852082"},{"title":"Day 17: Mackenzie Country / Queenstown","name":"Mackenzie Country / Queenstown","description":"Hit the road this morning for a journey to remember – watch out the window as you pass the sprawling grasslands of the Mackenzie Basin and showstopping peaks of the Southern Alps. Your drive will be broken up with plenty of scenic stops, including a visit to Kawarau Gorge, a popular spot for bungy jumping. If you’re feeling adventurous, get involved and jump off the suspension bridge crossing the gorge, or just stand back and watch brave jumpers take the plunge. Continue on to Queenstown, known as the adventure capital of the world, and rightfully so! Aside from its high-adrenaline attractions, Queenstown has a booming culinary scene, produces some of the world's best wine and boasts unbelievable scenery at every turn. Optional Activities: -<description>Queenstown - Walter Peak Lake Cruise with Gourmet Dinner</description> -<description>Queenstown - Kawarau Bridge Bungy</description>","lat":"-45.030151","lng":"168.661514"},{"title":"Day 18: Queenstown","name":"Queenstown","description":"The day is all yours to discover the varied delights of Queenstown. There are loads of options to get your heartrate up, whether you fancy shooting down the river on a jet boat, river kayaking, flying above the town in a gondola or a 4WD adventure through landscapes of Lord of the Rings fame. If you’d like to take things a little slower, perhaps head to the Gibbston Valley to taste wines only topped by the inspiring scenery. A walk around the stunning Lake Wakatipu will give you a good dose of fresh air and epic views. There’s no shortage of dining options to tempt your tastebuds – if you’re willing to wait, a famous Fergburger is hard to beat! Optional Activities: -<description>Queenstown - Lord of the Rings 4WD Tour</description> -<description>Queenstown - Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise</description> -<description>Queenstown - Skyline Gondola</description> -<description>Queenstown - Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly Day Trip</description> -<description>Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Fly Day Trip</description> -<description>Queenstown - Milford Sound Coach-Cruise-Coach Day Trip</description> -<description>Queenstown - Time Tripper</description> -<description>Queenstown - Shotover River Jet Boat Ride</description>","lat":"-45.030151","lng":"168.661514"},{"title":"Day 19: Queenstown / Wanaka","name":"Queenstown / Wanaka","description":"Take the chance this morning to cross off any Queenstown activities you didn’t have time for yesterday – be sure to speak to your leader for tips on the best way to spend a morning here. In the afternoon, get back on the road for a seriously scenic 1-hour drive to Wanaka through the Crown Range Mountains. Stop off along the way in Arrowtown, a little goldrush town with big personality. Take a walk along the tree-lined high street where historic buildings nod to the town’s glory days. Arrive in Wanaka in the afternoon and embrace the vibe of this laidback and beautiful town. With Lake Wanaka as its glittering centrepiece and dramatic mountains as its backdrop, the town is undoubtedly one of New Zealand’s most bewitching. This afternoon you may like to head out on a hike or just stretch out on the shores of the lake and take it all in. Optional Activities: -<description>Queenstown - Shotover River Jet Boat Ride</description> -<description>Queenstown - Time Tripper</description> -<description>Queenstown - Skyline Gondola</description>","lat":"-44.696887","lng":"169.131426"},{"title":"Day 20: Wanaka","name":"Wanaka","description":"Visit the beautiful Mou Waho Island today. Accessible only by boat from Wanaka and famous for being home to an (unnamed) island, in a lake (Arethusa Pool), on an island (Mou Waho), in a lake (Lake Wanaka), on an island (the South Island) in the ocean (the Pacific). Sounds complicated, but once you are there it will all make sense! Enjoy a walk through this fascinating scenery and learn more about this predator-free reserve with a natural glacial-formed lake at its summit. Your afternoon is free to explore Wanaka and surrounds. No visit to Wanaka would be complete without seeing #thatwanakatree. Springing up from the waters of Lake Wanaka, this sloping willow is one of the most photographed trees in the world. There's no shortage of excellent hiking routes in the region if you'd like to get out and explore on foot, or you may prefer to hire a bike and hit the cycling trails. Included Activities: -<description>Wanaka - Mou Waho Island Cruise & Guided Nature Walk</description> Optional Activities: -<description>Wanaka - Waterfall Climbing - from</description> -<description>Wanaka - Skydiving - from</description>","lat":"-44.696887","lng":"169.131426"},{"title":"Day 21: Wanaka / Franz Josef","name":"Wanaka / Franz Josef","description":"Enjoy a morning at leisure in Wanaka before getting back on the road and making tracks for Franz Josef. This is another incredible drive that you're going to want to have your camera ready for. Depending on the weather, stop off at either Lake Hawea or Lake Wanaka, both boasting incredible lookout points. Along the way, your leader will pause at some off the beaten track spots to snap some pictures and stretch your legs. Arrive into Franz Josef in the early evening and perhaps head out to one of the town’s cosy pubs for dinner.","lat":"-43.387329","lng":"170.183288"},{"title":"Day 22: Franz Josef","name":"Franz Josef","description":"Rise and shine – you’re in one of the most beautiful places in the world, and there's so much to discover here. Known for the dazzling Franz Josef glacier and awe-inspiring views of Mt Cook, this is natural beauty on the biggest scale. The region also has a cultural history that’s every bit as captivating as its natural wonders. Only found in the South Island of New Zealand, pounamu (greenstone) is an important part of Maori culture. Today you’ll pay a visit to a local gallery where you’ll have the chance to carve your own pounamu pendant while learning about its spiritual and cultural significance. If you’d like to get up close and personal with Franz Josef Glacier in the afternoon, you can arrange for a helicopter to drop you in for a hike. You may prefer to sit back and unwind in local hot springs, or head out kayaking on an icy blue glacial lake. Your leader will be on hand to help make arrangements. Included Activities: -<description>Franz Josef - Greenstone Pendant Carving</description> Optional Activities: -<description>Franz Josef - Glacier Lake Kayaking</description> -<description>Franz Josef - Skydiving - from</description> -<description>Franz Josef - Franz Josef Glacier Valley Walk - Free</description> -<description>Franz Josef - Glacier Heli Hike</description> -<description>Franz Josef - Heli Experience with Snow Landing</description>","lat":"-43.387329","lng":"170.183288"},{"title":"Day 23: Hokitika / Greymouth / Christchurch","name":"Hokitika / Greymouth / Christchurch","description":"Begin the journey up the west coast – this is the rainiest part of New Zealand, resulting in greenery and lush rainforests like nowhere else in the country. Stop off in the lovely little town of Hokitika where a visit to a pounamu factory will give you the chance to pick up any last souvenirs of gifts. If time allows, there may be the chance to check out the National Kiwi Centre – the nocturnal house here gives visitors the opportunity to see how these delightful birds behave at night. The next stretch of your journey may just be the most magnificent – hop aboard the TranzAlpine train back to Christchurch, widely believed to be one of the top train journeys in the world. Cross through the Southern Alps via Arthur’s Pass and travel past the rushing blue waters of the Waimakariri River and endless native beech forest. Arrive in Christchurch in the evening. Included Activities: -<description>Greymouth - Tranz Alpine Train Journey</description> -<description>Hokitika - Mountain Jade Greenstone Factory</description>","lat":"-43.532054","lng":"172.636225"},{"title":"Day 24: Christchurch","name":"Christchurch","description":"Your South Island adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you’d like to spend some more time in Christchurch, just get in touch ahead of time and we’d be happy to arrange additional accommodation (subject to availability). ","lat":"-43.532054","lng":"172.636225"}]