The Ultimate North Island Experience
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The Ultimate North Island Experience

Discover the best of New Zealand on this adventure-filled 7-day Seat in Coach journey, designed for travellers who are short on time but want to experience the highlights of both the North and South Islands. Begin in Auckland before travelling through lush farmland to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set and continuing to Rotorua, where geothermal landscapes and fascinating Māori culture await. Enjoy the Te Ra Guided Experience and Te Po Indigenous Evening Experience with a traditional Hangi dinner. Continue to Queenstown, the Adventure Capital of the World, and embark on a spectacular Milford Sound tour with cruise and lunch. Complete your journey with a scenic drive through Kawarau Gorge, Cromwell, Lindis Pass, Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo before arriving in Christchurch

  • 7 Days · 6 Nights
  • 1 country · 4 cities
  • Tailor Made Tour
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Starting from1,69,291/ person
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// The journey, curated for you

Tour highlights

Every detail privately arranged, so you need only turn up and be there for it.

  • Transfers
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Sightseeing
  • Support
  • Visa Assistance
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  • Explore Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, set between two beautiful harbours.

  • Visit the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set and discover the magical world of Middle earth.

  • Experience Rotorua's fascinating geothermal landscapes.

  • Enjoy the Te Ra Guided Experience at Te Puia.

  • Experience the Te Po Indigenous Evening Experience with Hangi dinner and cultural performance.

  • Discover Queenstown, famously known as the Adventure Capital of the World.

  • Enjoy a full-day Milford Sound tour with scenic cruise and lunch.

  • Travel through Kawarau Gorge, Cromwell and the dramatic Lindis Pass.

  • Visit Mt Cook Village and admire the spectacular Southern Alps.

  • Stop at the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd beside Lake Tekapo.

  • Experience the diverse landscapes of New Zealand across both islands

// 6 nights, 4 cities

Your route

Auckland to Christchurch: 4 cities, one seamless journey.

  1. Auckland1
    1 night

    Auckland

  2. Rotorua2
    2 nights

    Rotorua

  3. Queenstown3
    2 nights

    Queenstown

  4. Christchurch4
    1 night

    Christchurch

// The full picture, day by day

Day by day

7 unhurried days — tap any day to see its hotel, meals and sights beside you.

  1. Welcome to New Zealand! Upon arrival in Auckland, meet your representative and enjoy your private transfer to the accommodation. Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, is beautifully positioned between two harbours, with sparkling blue waters, emerald islands and beautiful sandy shores. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure or choose from the optional activities available in the city

    Standard Room
    airport transfers (SIC)
    No meals included
// Included, privately

Everything taken care of

  • Private Meet & Greet Arrival Transfer at Auckland Airport.

  • 06 Nights Accommodation as per the confirmed itinerary.

  • Auckland to Rotorua Scenic Journey through the beautiful countryside.

  • Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour, including Hobbit Holes, The Mill and The Green Dragon Inn.

  • Te Ra Guided Experience at Te Puia, covering the Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, Kiwi Conservation Centre and geothermal valley.

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What’s not included

  • All personal expenses like tips, laundry, telephone calls/fax, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, etc.

  • Entrance fees at all monuments and sightseeing spots (not mentioned in the inclusions)

  • Meals (until specified in the day-wise program)

  • Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary or stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks, and/or any factors beyond control

  • Tips and gratuities (until specified)

// Private journey · your dates

Available dates & prices

This journey is tailored with one of our specialists. Browse the dates below, then talk to an expert to confirm your trip.

This journey is tailor-made, so it runs on your dates, not ours — pick the day you'd like to set off.

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The policies

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Payment Schedule — International Tours

  • 35% advance (non-refundable) payable at the time of booking

  • 75% of total tour cost payable 60 days prior to departure

  • 100% of total tour cost payable 45 days prior to departure

Airfare Payment

  • 100% of airfare must be paid at the time of booking

  • Airfare is quoted at proposal stage and is subject to change at actual ticketing

  • If air tickets are part of the package, they are billed separately from the land component

  • Specific cancellation terms for airfare will be shared at the time of ticket issuance

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Payments must only be made via:

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Cox & Kings does NOT accept payments via:

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Cox & Kings bears no liability for payments made through unauthorised channels. All official communications come only from email addresses ending with @coxandkings.com

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Dear Cox & Kings, My wife and I recently returned from our tour of New Zealand, and I am writing to express our sincere appreciation for the excellent service provided. From the logistics and transfers to the selection of accommodations, everything was seamless. We were particularly impressed by how well the trip was paced, allowing us to truly enjoy the the country without any stress. Thank you for making our trip so memorable. We will certainly recommend your services to our friends and family. They had also arranged a car for me; it was excellent. They verified my details and handed over the car in just 10 minutes!

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