Family holidays

New Zealand Highlights

New Zealand's classic route: Auckland, Hobbiton and the Waitomo glowworms, Rotorua's geysers, then Queenstown with a Milford Sound cruise.

Trip at a glance

Duration8 days / 7 nights
Starts inAuckland
RouteAuckland · Rotorua · Queenstown
Places3 destinations
CountryNew Zealand
Ideal forFamily holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1CDL17

Best time to visit: December to March

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Hobbiton – Auckland

Trip overview

New Zealand's classic route: Auckland, Hobbiton and the Waitomo glowworms, Rotorua's geysers, then Queenstown with a Milford Sound cruise.

The route spends 2 nights in Auckland, 2 nights in Rotorua and 3 nights in Queenstown, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits family holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Sky TowerWaiheke IslandMount EdenTe PuiaWai-O-TapuPolynesian SpaMilford SoundSkyline GondolaKawarau Bridge Bungy

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Auckland

Arrive via Auckland Airport (AKL) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Sky Tower: Observation deck

Day 2Auckland: Waiheke Island and Mount Eden

Waiheke Island: Ferry to vineyards
Mount Eden: Volcanic cone views

Day 3Auckland to Rotorua

Travel from Auckland to Rotorua by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Rotorua hotel
Te Puia: Geysers and Māori arts

Day 4Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu and Polynesian Spa

Wai-O-Tapu: Champagne Pool
Polynesian Spa: Hot springs

Day 5Rotorua to Queenstown

Fly from Rotorua to Queenstown (flight timings confirmed in your quote)
Check in at your Queenstown hotel
Jet boating

Day 6Queenstown: Milford Sound and Skyline Gondola

Milford Sound: Fjord cruise
Skyline Gondola: Views and luge

Day 7Queenstown: Kawarau Bridge Bungy and Arrowtown

Kawarau Bridge Bungy: Original bungee site
Arrowtown: Gold-rush village

Day 8Depart from Queenstown

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Daily drives kept short, with stops for children
Family rooms, connecting rooms or extra beds requested and confirmed in the quote
One active day followed by a slower morning
Child-friendly sights and meals noted for each stop

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Auckland: Combine Hobbiton and Waitomo on the way to Rotorua.
Rotorua: Book a hāngī dinner with a cultural performance.
Queenstown: Fly to Milford Sound to save a long drive.

At a glance

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Route: Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown
Ideal for: Family holidays
Best time: December to March; December to March; June to August for skiing
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1CDL17

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 7 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Auckland: December to March. Rotorua: December to March. Queenstown: December to March; June to August for skiing.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Auckland (Auckland Airport (AKL)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.