14 nights accommodation in tourist class hotels with private facilities, touring by modern air-conditioned and restroom-equipped coach, expert services of your Coach Captain, arrival and departure transfers, Maori Hangi (feast) and entertaining Cultural performance, Lake Taupo and thunderous Huka Falls, cruise through Cook Strait crossing between the North and South island, admission Fees To: Matakohe Kauri Museum, Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Rainbow Springs flora and fauna, Rainbow farmshow(subject to road conditions), Homestay Option in Rotorua, exclusive - overnight on Milford Sound aboard the Milford Mariner, Mount Cook National Park and mighty Southern Alps.

Day 1. Arrive Auckland. On arrival you will be met and transferred to the hotel Remainder of day at leisure. Kingsgate Hotel Parnell.

Day 2. Auckland to Rotorua. Travel south to the Coromandel Ranges then continue to the thermal wonderland of Rotorua. Tonight enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and cultural performance. Kingsgate Hotel D

Day 3. Rotorua sightseeing. Today, experience the attractions of Rotorua. Visit Rainbow Springs Nature Park to view some of New Zealand's unique wildlife. Enjoy an entertaining farm show, visit Te Puia and take a tour of Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve to view steaming mud pools and geysers. Kingsgate Hotel or Country Stay option

Day 4. Rotorua to Wanganui. Travel through the heart of the North Island, past some of the largest beech forests in the Southern Hemisphere. See Huka Falls and Lake Taupo, then follow the Whanganui River to your overnight stay. Collegiate Hotel

Day 5. Wanganui to Picton. This morning we journey to New Zealand's capital city, Wellington. There is time available to explore before we join our cruise to the South Island. Sail across Cook Strait and through the breathtaking natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds to Picton. Beachcomber Hotel

Day 6. Picton to Hari Hari. We journey along the West Coast to Punakaiki and view spectacular 'pancake stacks' of soft and hard rock created by the pounding of the Tasman Sea. We travel along the coast to Hokitika and take the opportunity to see Pounamu (Jade) being carved into beautiful jewelry. Continue to the small farming community of Hari Hari for the evening. Hari Hari Inn

Day 7. Hari Hari to Wanaka. This morning we travel into the World Heritage-listed area of Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand. Here you will have the opportunity to take an optional flight over this magnificent region (own expense, weather permitting). Continue through Haast Pass, over New Zealand's largest mountain range, the Southern Alps to the beautiful lakeside township of Wanaka. Mount Aspiring Hotel

Day 8. Wanaka to Queenstown. Today we travel to historic Arrowtown, established after gold was discovered in the Arrow River in 1862. Continue south to enjoy magnificent views of Lake Wakatipu, as we arrive in Queenstown. Gold Ridge Hotel

Day 9. Queenstown at leisure. Today is at leisure to explore the endless array of activities and excursions available in this alpine resort town.

Day 10. Queenstown to Milford Sound. This morning we travel into Fiordland National Park and journey to Milford Sound to board the Milford Mariner for your overnight cruise. Sail the full length of this deep fiord (weather permitting). Our onboard Nature Guide will explain the history, flora and fauna of the region as we cruise past sheer cliffs, waterfalls and towering mountains. Milford Mariner

Day 11. Milford Sound to Invercargill. This morning wake to the unbelievable sights of Milford Sound and enjoy breakfast surrounded by the silent majesty of this area. Departing from Milford Sound we journey across to New Zealand's southern-most city, Invercargill. Kelvin Hotel

Day 12. Invercargill to Dunedin. Today we travel via the small town of Gore as we head to Dunedin, the city renowned as the 'Edinburgh of the South' since the Scottish settled here in 1848. Pacific Park Hotel

Day 13. Dunedin to Lake Ohau. Departing Dunedin we journey along the East Coast to historical Oamaru before entering Mount Cook National Park, a World Heritage-listed area. Continue to the pretty lakeside settlement of Lake Ohau for your overnight stay. Lake Ohau Lodge

Day 14. Lake Ohau to Christchurch. This morning we journey to Lake Tekapo, to visit the tiny Church of the Good Shepherd. Leave the High Country and travel through Burkes Pass to the 'Garden City' of Christchurch and enjoy a brief city sights tour. Holiday Inn on Avon

Day 15. Christchurch to Wellington. Enjoy a spectacular journey along the East Coast and the rugged Kaikoura coastline to the sea side port of Picton. Here we join the Interislander Ferry and depart the South Island. Cruise through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds and across Cook Strait to Wellington, New Zealand's capital city. Bay Plaza Hotel

Day 16. Wellington to Napier. Departing from Wellington this morning we head north to the scenic Hawkes Bay region. This is one of the main wine making areas in New Zealand and well known for its orchards and vineyards. This afternoon is at leisure in Napier, which houses a unique collection of 'Art Deco' architecture. Tennyson Inn

Day 17. Napier to Auckland. Today we journey north and visit the town of Taupo, built on the shores of tranquil Lake Taupo, the water-filled crater of an ancient volcano. See spectacular Huka Falls, at the mouth of the mighty Waikato River and visit 'Craters of the Moon', a fascinating landscape consisting of steaming craters and boiling mud pits. Continue through lush Waikato farmland to Auckland, the 'City of Sails'. Kingsgate Hotel Parnell

Day 18. Auckland to your next stop. At leisure until you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.