EXPERIENCE
NEW ZEALAND
Glacier Southern Lakes
TRAVEL
Experience New Zealand Travel Limited Plimmer Towers Wellington, New Zealand Ph: +64 4 473 4470 •
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New Zealand WHEN IT’S ONCE IN A LIFE TIME
New w Zealand is made up of two main islands and a home to many smaller ones, the islands have a spectacular range of breathtaking scenery, from magnificent beaches, rugged coastlines, rolling hills and farmland to lakes, rivers and glaciers... the list goes on. We are a destination that suits those seeking peace, rejuvenation and relaxation as well as being a playground for thrill seekers and adventurers.
Miles Holden
About us and what makes us DIFFERENT? The team at Experience New Zealand Travel has been carefully matchmaking travelers with wonderful New Zealand experiences for more than 12 years. We are passionate about our clients’ entire journey, from dream, to experience, to memory. Whatever your chosen mode of travel, our goal is always the same - to provide you with a truly memorable New Zealand travel experience.
Julian Apse
We are a small team, located in Wellington, made up of born and raised New Zealanders (or as we like to call ourselves, Kiwis!). With our firsthand knowledge we can recommend authentic and unique experiences that you may not have considered before. Our team have travelled extensively around our beautiful country, personally trying out many of the products we use. Therefore you can be assured you are receiving the best information on accommodations, activities and New Zealand in general.
Self-drive ITINERARIES
Fraser Clements
With easy to follow roads, there’s nothing easier than renting a car or motorhome and heading off on your own personalised adventure. There are limitless options for routes and activities but to give you some ideas, the Experience New Zealand Travel team have put together a selection of example itineraries. Self-drive itineraries offer flexibility to mix and match with different locations, activities and accommodation to the experiences you are looking for. NZONE
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HONEYMOON package
Glacier Southern Lakes
Day 1 WAIHEKE ISLAND Arrive into Auckland and be met by a representative of Elite Tour Connections. You will be transferred to Fullers Ferry Warf where you will catch the ferry over to Waiheke Island.
Day 2 WAIHEKE ISLAND Today is a day of leisure for you. Taste some wine at Waiheke’s many vineyards, visit the island’s galleries and meet some local artists or explore the amazing beaches.
Day 3 TAUPO This morning you will return to Auckland from Waiheke Island, pick up your rental car and drive to Taupo.
Day 4 TAUPO Today is a day of leisure for you. Taupo has an abundance of outdoor activities such as fishing, sky diving, mountain biking or simply taking a stroll around the lake.
Day 5 TAUPO You will be picked up from your accommodation for your full day tour of Rotorua with Elite Tours.
Day 6 CHRISTCHURCH Take a domestic flight from Taupo down to Christchurch.
Day 7 CHRISTCHURCH Visit the town of Akaroa where you will enjoy an incredible experience, swimming with some of the world’s smallest, friendliest and rarest dolphins.
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Day 8 HOKITIKA Head to the West Coast of the South Island where you will spend the night at Hokitika. You will drive through Arthur’s Pass, a magnificent national park. w
Day 9 FRANZ JOSEF Today you will drive south from Hokitika to Franz Josef Glacier.
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Day 10 WANAKA In the morning you will join an informative guided tour of Fox Glacier which will take 3 hours. In the afternoon you will take a leisurely drive to Wanaka.
Day 11 WANAKA Today you will experience a romantic getaway so sit back and relax with a chilled bottle of Central Otago’s finest bubbly and canapés.
Day 12 QUEENSTOWN
chris Sisarich
You will drive down to Queenstown which is the adventure capital of New Zealand.
Day 13 QUEENSTOWN Visit one of the most spectacular areas in New Zealand, Milford Sound. You will board a scenic flight before taking a leisurely cruise to get closer to the dramatic landscapes.
Day 14 QUEENSTOWN Enjoy a relaxed day of fine cuisine, good company, and sampling premium wines and local cheeses on one of Queenstown’s best wine tours.
David Wall
Day 15 DEPART NEW ZEALAND After you have checked out of your hotel, you will return your rental vehicle and depart New Zealand.
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FAMILY FUN package
Fraser Clements
DAY 1 AUCKLAND Arrive into Auckland and pick up your rental vehicle before driving to your accommodation for your first night in New Zealand.
Day 2: ROTORUA Head south to Rotorua via Matamata where you will enjoy a farm and movie set tour at Hobbiton. Why not try a traditional hangi meal in the evening followed by a cultural performance.
Day 3: ROTORUA This geothermal playground has so much to offer. You will be spoilt for choice! Visit Te Puia to experience the Maori culture and view the boiling mud before making your way to Rainbow Springs.
Day 4: ROTORUA Today is a day of leisure for you. Rotorua has an abundance of family fun activities such as rafting, mountain biking, canopy tours or simply taking a stroll around the geothermal wonderlands.
Day 5: QUEENSTOWN Take a domestic flight from Rotorua to Queenstown
Day 6: QUEENSTOWN Start the day with a very relaxing flight to Milford Sound where you will take a spectacular cruise and view Milford Sound’s nature and wildlife.
Day 7: QUEENSTOWN Ride up the Gondola to the top of the Skyline for magnificent views of Lake Wakatipu and race down a winding downhill track on a 3-wheel, gravity based luge cart.
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Day 8: MOUNT COOK Continue north today and make your way to New Zealand’s highest peak, Mount Cook.
Day 9: MOUNT COOK
w the “Sir Edmond Hilary Alpine Visit Centre” and explore the icebergs on Lake Tasman with Glacier Explorers. Julian Apse
Day 10: CHRISTCHURCH Today you will drive through the very picturesque Lake Tekapo before arriving into Christchurch for your last evening.
Day 11: DEPART NEW ZEALAND After you check out from your accommodation, you will return your rental vehicle and depart New Zealand
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ADVENTURE package
Julian Apse
Day 1: CHRISTCHURCH Arrive into Christchurch and pick up your rental vehicle before driving to your accommodation for your first night in New Zealand.
Day 2: KAIKOURA Drive up the coast towards Kaikoura which is situated between Christchurch and Picton. Keep a look out for New Zealand fur seals.
Day 3: KAIKOURA While in Kaikoura, you will have an opportunity to view whales and take a dive with some Dolphins, seeing the magnificent mammals up close.
Day 4: GREYMOUTH Today, take a scenic route from Kaikoura across to Greymouth. Don’t forget to take time to stop in Arthur’s Pass itself for an opportunity to do some short walks.
Day 5: FOX GLACIER In the morning you will enjoy an expedition style caving, exploring an amazing cave before continue south to Fox Glacier.
Day 6: FOX GLACIER Start the day with an exciting helicopter trip up to the beautiful Fox Glacier. After, drive 20mins to Franz Josef were you will explore the magnificent Franz Josef Glacier on 4WD quad bikes.
Day 7: WANAKA Continue your drive south down the West Coast through Haast and onto Lake Wanaka for the night.
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Day 8: TE ANAU Before driving down to Te Anau, you will experience the real Wanaka, experience getting off the beaten track to places inaccessible to the public.
Day 9: TE ANAU Experience the majesty of Milford w by sea kayak on this full day Sound excursion. You will begin, being transported from Te Anau to Milford Sound before being equipped for your 4-5 hour kayaking trip.
David Wall
Day 10: QUEENSTOWN Today you will drive back north to New Zealand’s action capital, Queenstown. This afternoon, you may like to parachute over the Remarkables mountain range and Lake Wakatipu.
Day 11: QUEENSTOWN Get ready for a day of adventure as your jet boat ride is combined with a heli-rafting trip down the mighty rapids of the Shotover River. Chris Sisarich
Day 12: QUEENSTOWN Today you have a huge range of options for activities. To start with take the Gondola to the top for spectacular views of Lake Wakaitpu and enjoy the three hour, high velocity six line adventure down.
Day 13: DEPART NEW ZEALAND After you check out from your accommodation, you will return your rental vehicle and depart New Zealand Ian Trafford
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