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Tour · Trafalgar Tours · 6 nights

New Zealand Panorama

  • Expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Tried and trusted hotels, with porterage included
  • Must-see sightseeing and all land transport provided
From
$3,982 pp twin share
6 nights
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Departs 4 September 2026 Returns 30 March 2028
Duration6 nights
OperatorTrafalgar Tours
StyleTour
HighlightDiscover the contrasts of New Zealand's two distinct islands, from Queenstown's magnificent outdoors to Auckland's sparkling harbour, on this expertly guided journey
Meet a local farmer and experience country life. Cruise on the historic TSS Earnslaw steamship. Immerse in Maori culture and visit the National Kiwi Hatchery

Experience the contrasts of New Zealand's two distinct islands. From Queenstown's magnificent outdoors and Rotorua's geothermal wonderland to Auckland's sparkling harbour - yours to explore along a journey through this island nation.

When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
4 September 2026
Returns 30 March 2028
Returns
30 March 2028
Duration
6 nights
From pp twin share
$3,982 pp
  • 04 Sep 2026 - 10 Sep 2026
    from $5,225 pp twin share *
  • 02 Oct 2026 - 08 Oct 2026
    from $5,370 pp twin share *
  • 13 Nov 2026 - 19 Nov 2026
    from $5,370 pp twin share *
  • 04 Dec 2026 - 10 Dec 2026
    from $5,225 pp twin share *
  • 22 Jan 2027 - 28 Jan 2027
    from $5,370 pp twin share *
  • 05 Feb 2027 - 11 Feb 2027
    from $5,370 pp twin share *
  • 19 Feb 2027 - 25 Feb 2027
    from $5,370 pp twin share *
  • 12 Mar 2027 - 18 Mar 2027
    from $4,884 pp twin share *
  • 26 Mar 2027 - 01 Apr 2027
    from $5,370 pp twin share *
  • 16 Apr 2027 - 22 Apr 2027
    from $3,981.50 pp twin share *
  • 14 May 2027 - 20 May 2027
    from $3,981.50 pp twin share *
  • 02 Jul 2027 - 08 Jul 2027
    from $3,981.50 pp twin share *
  • 03 Sep 2027 - 09 Sep 2027
    from $3,981.50 pp twin share *
  • 01 Oct 2027 - 07 Oct 2027
    from $4,089.50 pp twin share *
  • 15 Oct 2027 - 21 Oct 2027
    from $4,089.50 pp twin share *
  • 12 Nov 2027 - 18 Nov 2027
    from $4,089.50 pp twin share *
  • 03 Dec 2027 - 09 Dec 2027
    from $3,981.50 pp twin share *
  • 21 Jan 2028 - 27 Jan 2028
    from $4,495 pp twin share *
  • 04 Feb 2028 - 10 Feb 2028
    from $4,495 pp twin share *
  • 18 Feb 2028 - 24 Feb 2028
    from $4,495 pp twin share *
  • 10 Mar 2028 - 16 Mar 2028
    from $4,495 pp twin share *
  • 24 Mar 2028 - 30 Mar 2028
    from $4,495 pp twin share *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Cabin grades, balcony upgrades and pre-cruise hotel options are quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Welcome to Queenstown

    Your journey to the Islands of New Zealand kicks off in Queenstown (flights to arrive prior to 4pm). The evening is free for you to enjoy one of its many lakefront restaurants and bars. Why not try some of the famous New Zealand lamb with a Pinot Noir from the local Otago wine region?

  2. 2

    Meet a Farmer at Real Country

    Get a taste of country life combined with good old fashioned southern hospitality as you meet a ‘Southern Girl’ local farmer at Real Country on this Be My Guest experience. Have demonstrations of Horse communication and Working sheep dog mustering. Try your hand at a Stock whip cracking lesson, and feed and interact with the friendly farm animals. For every guest, we donate funds to The Fairlight Foundation, Advancing Women in Agriculture. After this fun insight into the real New Zealand, you'll be ready for a scenic afternoon. Jump right in travelling to the historic gold mining heritage of Arrowtown. Learn the town’s history when in 1862 thousands flocked to Arrowtown to strike it rich in gold mining. Stroll through town admiring the dozens of buildings from the gold rush era and more recently restored historic cottages, churches, and new boutiques and shops. Don’t miss the Chinese Settlement at the edge of the Arrow River made of restored shelters and buildings originally constructed in 1868. For the next part of your adventure, it’s all aboard the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw heading across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm for a gourmet barbecue dinner, piled high with local delicacies. After dinner at this historic homestead, learn about life on the farm watching the sheep dogs in action before the scenic cruise back to your Queenstown hotel.

  3. 3

    Queenstown, It's All Yours

    Say ‘good morning’ to Queenstown with a full day of ways to play in this adventure capital. How about an Optional Experience of a thrilling, adrenalin-rush jet boat ride with Skippers Jet on an excursion through Skippers Canyon? If you’re looking for another type of adventure, consider a journey through the rainforest of World Heritage Fiordland National Park for an unforgettable cruise on heritage listed national park Milford Sound/Piopiotahi past sheer cliffs, white-capped peaks, and waterfalls. This stunning landscape showcases the beauty of New Zealand. Or tempt your taste buds on a wine tour of the Otago region renowned for Pinot Noir, and other local varieties. You’ll visit and tour three premium boutique vineyards and enjoy a wine paired platter lunch. However you explore, there’s plenty of adventure to be had and shared with your travel mates after a full day.

  4. 4

    Rotorua the Centre of Maori Culture

    With fond memories of your time in Queenstown and its surrounds, it's a change of scene today departing Queenstown and flying north to Auckland, the ‘City of Sails.’ On arrival, you'll board your coach for the drive to Rotorua, the cultural capital, where you will be immersed in Maori history and culture.

  5. 5

    Meet New Zealand's Icon

    Begin at the National Kiwi Hatchery to learn everything about New Zealand’s national bird, the kiwi, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Watch kiwi eggs being incubated, the hatching process, and newly hatched kiwi chicks. Your Local Specialist will tell you all about their kiwi bird breeding programme, 'Operation Nest Egg' and how your visit contributes to it. Today’s visit to the Maori Village of Ohinemutu, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, offers an authentic insight into one of Rotorua’s most historic Māori communities. Welcomed through the traditional Whakatau process, guests experience warm manaakitanga (hospitality) as local hosts share geothermal sites, whakapapa (ancestral) stories, and the cultural and spiritual life of the village. Highlights include a visit to St. Faith’s Church and scenic moments that support local livelihoods and the preservation of this living heritage. This evening, embark on the Te Po experience at Te Puia. Learn about Māori history and culture on this guided experience, which includes a spellbinding cultural performance in a finely carved meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua. View one of New Zealand's geothermal wonderlands, the Pohutu Geyser, followed by a dinner of hangi-inspired cuisine.

  6. 6

    Into The Woods

    Wander among the towering Californian Redwoods on the award-winning Redwoods Treewalk, crossing a series of suspended bridges high above the forest floor, then join a guided tour eco-cave experience where thousands of glowworms illuminate the darkness in a mesmerising natural display. On arrival in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland), enjoy a city sights tour including views of the Auckland Domain, and Auckland War Memorial Museum, the charming streets of Parnell, and the city’s twin harbours. This evening, share the stories of your New Zealand Panorama tour at dinner with your Travel Director and companions at The Grill, celebrating Aotearoa's culinary treasures.

  7. 7

    Depart Auckland

    Savour your last morning of your New Zealand tour over a delicious breakfast with your travel mates. Then bid farewell as you are transferred to the Auckland Airport for your onward flight (flights to depart anytime).

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver.
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted.
  • Porterage where hotels provide this service.
  • Must-see sightseeing.
  • All land transport shown.
  • All transfers shown.
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

  • Horizon by SkyCity
  • Millennium
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 7 days and 6 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 04 Sep 2026 and 30 Mar 2028, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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