New Zealand North and South Island 12 Days

10 cities | 24 attraction(s) | total distance 2774 km
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This trip is a 12-day tour of New Zealand's North and South Islands, including sights and activities in Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington, Picton, Christchurch, Greymouth, Franz Josef Glacier, Queenstown and Milford Sound. The itinerary covers New Zealand's natural landscapes, cultural heritage and activity experiences, including visiting museums, watching fireflies, experiencing Maori culture, hiking glaciers and enjoying scenic boat rides, etc., allowing travelers to experience the full range of New Zealand's unique landscapes and charms. The itinerary is carefully designed to provide travelers with rich experiences and unforgettable memories.
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Day1: Auckland

3 attraction(s) · 8 km
Visit Auckland by climbing the Sky Tower for a panoramic view, followed by Queen Street for a shopping and dining experience, and finally visit the Auckland War Memorial Museum to learn about New Zealand's history and culture.
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Day2: Waitomo District

1 attraction(s) · 0 km
You will travel to the city of Auckland on New Zealand's North Island to visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves for a magnificent view of glowworms and the magic of nature.
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Day3: Waitomo District > Rotorua

4 attraction(s) · 124 km
This tour will travel to Lake Rotorua to enjoy the lake and mountains, experience the Maori culture at the Maori Cultural Village, watch a Maori performance, and visit the Royal Aegaton Farm to get up close and personal with the animals.
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104 km
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11 km
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Day4: Taupo

2 attraction(s) · 20 km
This itinerary from Rotorua to Taupo includes a visit to the spectacular Huka Falls and a tour of Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest, where you can experience a variety of water activities.
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20 km
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Day5: Wellington

3 attraction(s) · 3 km
This Wellington tour will take you to explore the Wellington Parliament House to appreciate its architectural style and political atmosphere; visit the Wellington Botanic Gardens to appreciate the beauty of various plants; and visit the National Museum of New Zealand to gain a deeper understanding of New Zealand's history and culture.
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Day6: Wellington > Picton

3 attraction(s) · 110 km
This tour is a journey from Wellington to Picton and will take you across the Cook Strait by ferry to enjoy the scenery of the channel.
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65 km
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45 km

Day7: Christchurch

2 attraction(s) · 1 km
In Picton, you can visit the Marlborough Riding Trail and Picton Harbor, while in Christchurch, you can visit the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and the Arts Center for nature and art.
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Day8: Greymouth

1 attraction(s) · 0 km
This tour takes you to Christchurch and Greymouth, where you can visit the Orange Peel Chapel and the Traditional New Zealand Cultural Village, then head to Greymouth Beach for sun and sand, and finally Pancake Rocks for some peculiar geology.

Day9: South Island

1 attraction(s) · 0 km
This tour explores the Franz Josef Glacier on foot in Greymouth, with up-close views of the glacier.
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Day10: South Island > Queenstown

3 attraction(s) · 215 km
This tour includes a visit to Franz Josef Glacier and Queenstown attractions such as Queenstown Gardens and Queenstown Sky Tram for beautiful natural scenery and townscape.
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214 km
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Day11: Queenstown > South Island

2 attraction(s) · 75 km
From Queenstown, take a cruise to Milford Sound for breathtaking views.

Day12: Queenstown > Auckland

2 attraction(s) · 1043 km
From Auckland, travel to Lake Tekapo and enjoy the beautiful scenery by the lake before heading to Rotorua to experience the hot springs and geothermal wonders. Then visit Tooroma and explore the local culture. Finally, arrive at Queenstown to end your enjoyable journey back to Auckland. May you have a pleasant journey!
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