b'ClassicExplore the epic landscapes of New Zealands North and South Islands, travel on superb railways and experience the21 DAYS from 6,399ppwarm and welcoming Maori culture in incredible locations. 5,899 ppYOUR ITINERARY Paihia 21+1 AucklandDays 1-3. Flying to AucklandHamilton 2Departing from London Heathrow, we fly to Singapore and Auckland, arrivingRotoruamidday on Day 3. You are free to get to know Auckland and try local cuisine.NEW ZEALANDDays 4-5. A scenic drive to Paihia, gateway to the Bay of Islands Picton 2 WellingtonHeading to Paihia for two nights, we tour the Waitangi Treaty House. GreymouthOn Day 5, a cruise of the Bay of Islands takes us to rugged Cape Brett, Franz Josef 1 2+1 Christchurchpassing its lighthouse and the famous Hole in the Rock. Milford Sound 1 1 Twizel31 QueenstownDay 6. An encore of Aucklands offerings Te AnauReturning to Auckland, we embark on a guided sightseeing tour of the City of Sails. Enjoying incredible coastal views from Bastion Point, we continue toWHATS INCLUDED:Parnell Village before concluding at the vibrant Viaduct Harbour area.17 nights 3 & 4-Star hotel Days 7-8. Scenic and Mori experiences in Rotorua accommodation Today, we ride the Glenbrook Vintage Railway then drive to Rotorua, the Flights from London Heathrow Moris spiritual home. On Day 8, we walk in the Whakarewarewa Redwoodto Auckland via Singapore, Forest and head to the Blue and Green Lakes. After free time, a tour of TeChristchurch to London Heathrow Puia Thermal Park is followed by a traditional Hangi meal and performance invia Singaporethe Te Aronui-a-Rua meeting house. All internal flightsDays 9-10. Through the North Island on the Northern ExplorerStandard Class rail travel Boarding the Northern Explorer, we pass through Tongariro National ParkAll rail, cruise, ferry and coach to reach the coastline and then Wellington, where we spend the night. travel throughout your tour On Day 10, we tour this harbour city and its Botanic Garden. Expertise of a UK Tour Manager Days 11-15. The breathtaking national parks of the South Island from start to finishTaking the ferry across Cook Strait to the South Island port of Picton, we join Breakfast each day,the Coastal Pacific Train for a memorable rail journey to Christchurch. On 1 lunch, 4 dinners Day 12, youre free to explore Christchurch at leisure, and on Day 13, we driveA ll guided tours and excursions to Mount Cook National Park, a land of glaciers and mountains, including Newaccompanied by expert local guidesZealands highest, Aoraki. After a night in Twizel, our journey continues to Te Anau on Day 14, passing glacial summits, rivers and plunging gorges. We tour the acclaimed Fiordland National Park on Day 15, stopping at Mirror Lakes and driving through the Hollyford Valley. We take a peaceful cruise at Milford Sounda highlight of this holidaybefore continuing to Queenstown. Tour Code: NZS| per person based on2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers Days 16-17. Getting to know Queenstown together and independentlyfrom 1,750.During todays tour, we visit historic Arrowtown and the Gibbston Valley Wine2025 Departures: Cave, where we taste delicious wines before boarding the vintage steamship,JAN, FEB, MAR, SEP, OCT, NOV, DECTSS Earnslaw, to cruise across Lake Wakatipu, New Zealands longest lake. After enjoying a barbecue dinner at Colonels Homestead, we cruise back to2026 Departures * : Queenstown. Day 17 is free to visit Queenstown, its gardens or lakefront. JAN, FEB, MARDays 18-19. Discovering the impressive Southern Alps*Itinerary may differ in 2026.Driving to the Franz Josef Glacier, we admire the Southern Alps and KawarauEveryday Traveller RatedValley Gorge. Day 19 sees us visit Hokitika, New Zealands centre for jade, and then we travel inland to board the TranzAlpine train for a journey through1 2 3 4New Zealands scenic Southern Alps back to Christchurch for a night. Days 20-21. Homeward boundFor more informationAfter a free morning, your New Zealand exploration concludes as we transfer to the airport for our flight back to London via Singapore, arriving on Day 21. on dates and prices,visit greatrail.com/NZSAUSTRALASIA 51'