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Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys

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From Auckland to Queenstown
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Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys - National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures
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Plan your adventure:
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Explorer
  • Christmas & New Year
Platinum Operator
National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
Age range 12 to 99

Places You’ll See

  • Auckland
    Auckland
  • Rotorua
    Rotorua
  • Christchurch
    Christchurch
  • Queenstown
    Queenstown
  • Fiordland National Park
    Fiordland National Park
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Highlights

  • Explore Auckland and sail its harbor
  • Sample wines on Waiheke Island
  • See glowworms in Waitomo Caves
  • Experience Maori culture and hangi lunch
  • Ride the TranzAlpine train through the Alps

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Auckland
  2. Day 2 Auckland (1B)
  3. Day 3 Auckland/Rotorua (1B)
  4. Day 4 Rotorua (1B, 1L)
  5. Day 5 Rotorua/Christchurch (1B)
  6. Day 6 Christchurch (1B, 1L)
  7. Day 7 Christchurch/Lake Tekapo (1B)
  8. Day 8 Lake Tekapo (1B)
  9. Day 9 Lake Tekapo/Queenstown (1B)
  10. Day 10 Queenstown (1B, 1L)
  11. Day 11 Queenstown (1B)
  12. Day 12 Queenstown (1B)
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • CityLife Auckland

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2

  • Millennium Rotorua

    Hotel
    Days 3, 4

  • Distinction Christchurch Hotel

    Hotel
    Days 5, 6

  • Woolshed Suites

    Hotel
    Days 7, 8

  • Novotel Queenstown Hotel

    Hotel
    Days 9, 10, 11

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National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures

4.5
(288 reviews)
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Number of tours

85

Age Range

12 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

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  • Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys reviewer 1
    · January 11th, 2024
    The Guides for individual tours were knowledgeable and helpful, Our overall tour guide worked hard to make sure everyone had a good time. The hotels were all of a good standard
    Trip date: December 2023
  • EW
    · May 26th, 2023
    Greg Bray, our CEO, was knowledgeable fun to be with and skilled at making necessary adjustments when needed. We had a great experience all the way around.
    Trip date: May 2023
  • KO
    · November 7th, 2022
    The tour itself was excellent. I was very frustrated however by the minimal communication. It was very difficult to get information prior to the tour, and the response time did not meet your commitments. Even during the tour, we were often in the dark about what to expect.
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    Trip date: October 2022
  • PB
    · March 9th, 2020
    great trip and tour of NZ
    Trip date: February 2020
  • DB
    · December 31st, 2019
    The trip fulfilled my expectations; a good...
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    Trip date: December 2019
  • MG
    · November 16th, 2019
    The beauty of the the country and the tour...
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    Trip date: November 2019
  • AN
    · October 21st, 2019
    This was an excellent tour with a very...
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    Trip date: September 2019
  • AA
    · October 8th, 2019
    Tour was a nice mix of beautiful landscape and...
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    Trip date: September 2019

Dates & Availability

12 days
Journeys: Discover New Zealand National Geographic Journeys
From Auckland to Queenstown

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • How do I handle payment for my trip?

      Payments can typically be made online through the booking portal or via other accepted methods as specified during booking.

      July 29, 2024
    • Are flights included in the tour package?

      Internal airfare during the tour is included, while international flights need to be arranged separately.

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    • Is there a single supplement fee if a solo traveler wants a private room?

      Yes, a single supplement fee applies for travelers wishing to have their own room during the tour.

      July 29, 2024
    • What should I do if I need to cancel my booking?

      Cancellation policies will apply based on the timing of your cancellation, and you could retain your deposit for future tours.

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    • How do refunds work for cancellations?

      Refund amounts depend on how close to the tour date you cancel, with certain non-refundable deposits at various intervals.

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    • What activities are included in the itinerary?

      The included activities are detailed in the itinerary, covering various highlights of the destinations visited.

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    • Is insurance required for the tour?

      Insurance that covers medical expenses, emergency evacuation, and repatriation is required for all travelers.

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    • What should I do if I have a medical emergency during the tour?

      Emergency contacts will be provided, and you should have emergency medical coverage as part of your travel insurance.

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    • Are there accommodations available before the tour begins?

      Yes, you can book pre-tour accommodations at designated hotels or hostels, depending on availability.

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    • Can we customize the tour to end at a different location?

      The tour is pre-packaged with set endpoints, but you may need to arrange additional transport for any changes.

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      • For any tour departing before June 1st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 1st, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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