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Discover New Zealand with Train Journey 1 Country 8 Cities 14 Nights 15 Days

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  • Hotel
  • Visa
  • Visa On Arrival
  • Visa Free
  • Sightseeing
  • Transfer
  • Meals

Auckland (1N) Rotorua (2N) Wellington (2N) Kaikoura (1N) Christchurch (2N) Greymouth (1N) Franz Josef (1N) Queenstown (3N) Christchurch (1N)

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    Package Highlights
    • Auckland City
    • Hobbiton Movie Set
    • Te Puia
    • Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
    • Wellington by Northern Explorer Train
    • Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
    • Wellington Cable Car
    • Train to Kaikoura
    • coastal pacific train
    • Cook Strait cruise
    • Kaikoura
    • Marlborough Sounds
    • Kaikoura's Dusky Dolphins
    • kaikoura Dolphin watching
    • Kaikoura Seals
    • Punting on the Avon
    • Christchurch
    • Christchurch City
    • Punakakis Pancake Rocks
    • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks & Blowholes
    • Pancake Rocks
    • Franz Josef Glacier
    • Shantytown Heritage Park
    • Fox Glacier
    • Queenstown
    • Milford Sound Cruise
    • Kawarau River
    • Lake Wakatipu
    • Skyline Queenstown
    • Aoraki Mt Cook
    • Lake Tekapo
    • Church of the Good Shepherd
    • Mount Cook National Park
    Day 1
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Arrive in Auckland and transfer to the hotel.
    • Check-in and relax or explore the waterfront and city at leisure.
    • Free time and Overnight in Auckland

    Day 2
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and drive to Rotorua.
    • Visit Hobbiton Movie Set with lunch at The Green Dragon Inn.
    • Leisure and Overnight in Rotorua

    Day 3
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and visit Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland.
    • Explore geothermal attractions and enjoy the Te Pō Māori Cultural Experience with dinner.
    • Overnight in Rotorua.

    Day 4
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and transfer to Hamilton.
    • Board the Northern Explorer Train to Wellington through scenic landscapes.
    • Leisure and Overnight in Wellington

    Day 5
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and visit Te Papa Museum.
    • Ride the Wellington Cable Car and explore the city.
    • Leisure and Overnight in Wellington

    Day 6
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and ferry from Wellington to Picton.
    • Scenic Coastal Pacific Train journey to Kaikōura.
    • Leisure and Overnight in Kaikoura

    Day 7
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and Dolphin Watching Encounter.
    • Coastal Pacific Train journey to Christchurch.
    • Leisure and Overnight in Christchurch

    Day 8
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and Christchurch City Tour.
    • Tram Ride and Punting on the Avon River.
    • Relax in Christchurch.

    Day 9
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Board the TranzAlpine Scenic Train.
    • Visit Punakaiki Pancake Rocks & Blowholes.
    • Overnight in Greymouth.

    Day 10
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and Shantytown Heritage Experience.
    • Transfer to Franz Josef Glacier Region.
    • Leisure and Overnight in Franz Josef

    Day 11
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and transfer to Queenstown.
    • Explore Queenstown at your own pace.
    • Free time and Overnight in Queenstown

    Day 12
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and depart for Milford Sound.
    • Milford Sound Cruise and scenic excursion.
    • Return to Queenstown.

    Day 13
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and 60-minute Jet Boat Ride.
    • Skyline Gondola and 3 Luge Rides.
    • Leisure time in Queenstown.

    Day 14
    • morning
    • full day
    • evening
    • Breakfast and transfer to Christchurch.
    • Visit Mt. Cook region and Church of the Good Shepherd en route.
    • Overnight in Christchurch.

    Day 15
    • morning
    • full day
    • Breakfast and transfer to Christchurch Airport.
    • Transfer to Christchurch Airport and Departure

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    Highlights

    • morning : Arrive in Auckland and transfer to the hotel.
    • full day : Check-in and relax or explore the waterfront and city at leisure.
    • evening : Free time and Overnight in Auckland
    Details : Arrive in Auckland. Auckland is a multi-cultural urban oasis of food, music, arts and culture. It’s where sparkling waters and lush landscapes meet city sophistication. Upon arrival, collect y... Read more Arrive in Auckland. Auckland is a multi-cultural urban oasis of food, music, arts and culture. It’s where sparkling waters and lush landscapes meet city sophistication. Upon arrival, collect your rental vehicle and self-drive to your accommodation. Auckland is New Zealand's largest city, set between two harbours with gentle sandy shores on the east coast and black sand, wild surf beaches on the west coast. Home to sheltered, sparkling blue waters dotted with beautiful emerald islands, we recommend getting out on the water when you are here. Overnight: Auckland   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and drive to Rotorua.
    • full day : Visit Hobbiton Movie Set with lunch at The Green Dragon Inn.
    • evening : Leisure and Overnight in Rotorua
    • Meals : Breakfast , Lunch
    Details : Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Rotorua, today' today's coach tour takes you through lush farmland to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set, one of New Zealand’s ‘must-see&rsqu... Read more Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Rotorua, today' today's coach tour takes you through lush farmland to the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set, one of New Zealand’s ‘must-see’ destinations. See where the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies were filmed as your tour guide shares behind-the-scenes tales. You’ll see sights like Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and The Green Dragon Inn, and learn how farmland was transformed into a living, breathing piece of Middle-earth. After exploring Hobbiton, tuck into a delicious lunch at The Green Dragon Inn before continuing to Rotorua. Overnight in Rotorua   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and visit Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland.
    • full day : Explore geothermal attractions and enjoy the Te Pō Māori Cultural Experience with dinner.
    • evening : Overnight in Rotorua.
    • Meals : Breakfast & Dinner
    Details : Po Indigenous Evening Experience Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Rotorua is surrounded by a fascinating geothermal landscape with its unique steam vents, spouting geysers and bubbling mud pools set a... Read more Po Indigenous Evening Experience Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Rotorua is surrounded by a fascinating geothermal landscape with its unique steam vents, spouting geysers and bubbling mud pools set alongside freshwater lakes and majestic native forests. It is also a region immersed in fascinating Maori myths and legends. This morning you will be transported to Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland for a two-hour visit. Wai-O- Tapu is considered to be New Zealand’s most colourful and diverse geothermal sightseeing attraction. This evening you’ll be transported to Te Puia for an Indigenous Evening Experience including a buffet dinner and cultural performance. The evening culminates with hot chocolate and pudding on the geyser terrace. Overnight: Rotorua   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and transfer to Hamilton.
    • full day : Board the Northern Explorer Train to Wellington through scenic landscapes.
    • evening : Leisure and Overnight in Wellington
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. You’ll be transferred to Hamilton to connect with the Northern Explorer train to Wellington. Experience the extremes of New Zealand’s scenery, from fertile ... Read more Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. You’ll be transferred to Hamilton to connect with the Northern Explorer train to Wellington. Experience the extremes of New Zealand’s scenery, from fertile farmlands to the volcanic peaks and sparkling coast. Journey through Tongariro National Park, with its three spectacular volcanic mountains, a highlight, a place of extremes and surprises, where snow-blanketed fields, ancient lava flows and dense beech forests can be seen side by side. Overnight: Wellington   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and visit Te Papa Museum.
    • full day : Ride the Wellington Cable Car and explore the city.
    • evening : Leisure and Overnight in Wellington
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Set between a sparkling harbour and rolling green hills, the compact city of Wellington is best explored on foot. Great shopping, arts culture, cafes and restaurants are... Read more Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Set between a sparkling harbour and rolling green hills, the compact city of Wellington is best explored on foot. Great shopping, arts culture, cafes and restaurants are all within minutes of the city’s untouched nature spots. Make your own way around the city to experience a charming cable car ride to enjoy stunning views of the city and harbour, and visit Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum. Overnight: Wellington   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and ferry from Wellington to Picton.
    • full day : Scenic Coastal Pacific Train journey to Kaikōura.
    • evening : Leisure and Overnight in Kaikoura
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Breakfast at the hotel. New Zealand's North and South Islands are separated by three hours of sensational scenery and ocean fresh air. Transfer to Wellington Ferry Terminal where your ship will ... Read more Breakfast at the hotel. New Zealand's North and South Islands are separated by three hours of sensational scenery and ocean fresh air. Transfer to Wellington Ferry Terminal where your ship will ferry you across the Cook Strait, past the beautiful beaches, bays and coves of the Marlborough Sounds to the historic port town of Picton. Here, you’ll be met and transferred to the train station to climb aboard one of the most picturesque journeys on New Zealand railways. Meandering along the Pacific Coast, the Coastal Pacific Train journeys breathtakingly close to the sea, where the roaring Pacific Ocean meets the rising Kaikoura mountains. Explore the stunning Kaikoura Coastline, famous for its marine life and whale watching. Voyage through vineyards and idyllic countryside. The Coastal Pacific train takes you along rugged coastlines, across remote beaches, between mountains and sea, on a timeless journey of breathtaking beauty. Overnight: Kaikoura   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and Dolphin Watching Encounter.
    • full day : Coastal Pacific Train journey to Christchurch.
    • evening : Leisure and Overnight in Christchurch
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Depart early morning Kaikoura Dolphin Watching Encounter. Watching Kaikoura's dusky dolphins have a uniqueness all of their own. The opportunity to join the tour as a watcher provides spectacula... Read more Depart early morning Kaikoura Dolphin Watching Encounter. Watching Kaikoura's dusky dolphins have a uniqueness all of their own. The opportunity to join the tour as a watcher provides spectacular viewing of these acrobatic and energised dolphins. Also witnessing the interaction between swimmers and dolphins is a fascinating experience and could quite accurately be described as the most incredible dolphin show you are likely to see. This afternoon you’ll be transferred to Kaikoura Railway Station for the next section of the Coastal Pacific Train Journey into Christchurch. Christchurch is set between the deep blue Pacific Ocean and the mighty snow-capped Southern Alps. This is a vibrant, ever-changing city with inner city parks and gardens delightfully interwoven by the meandering Avon River. Overnight: Christchurch   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and Christchurch City Tour.
    • full day : Tram Ride and Punting on the Avon River.
    • evening : Relax in Christchurch.
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Christchurch Tram Ride & Punting on the Avon Enjoy a half-day city sightseeing tour around the historical and scenic sights of Christchurch. View grand architecture, beautiful gardens and stunni... Read more Christchurch Tram Ride & Punting on the Avon Enjoy a half-day city sightseeing tour around the historical and scenic sights of Christchurch. View grand architecture, beautiful gardens and stunning scenery on a morning or afternoon tour. Later in the afternoon, we proceed to enjoy the historic tram ride & punting on the Avon River. The Christchurch Tram enables clients to step back in time to a grand era of transport. This is a unique, elegant and environmentally friendly way to see the city. Allow yourself to be taken around the must see' central attractions, get on and off as you please at any of the 18 stops, including New Regent Street, Riverside Market, Avon River, Canterbury Museum, Botanical Gardens and many more. A full circuit takes 50 minutes, and the Trams run approximately every 10 minutes in summer and 20 minutes in winter. Punting on the Avon offers authentic punt rides along the Avon River and has been one of Christchurch's iconic attractions since 1986. An Edwardian-attired punter will guide you on board a classic punt quietly past trailing willows, woodlands and the leafy banks of the Botanic Gardens; through the re-built city centre of Christchurch on a 30-minute shared ride   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Board the TranzAlpine Scenic Train.
    • full day : Visit Punakaiki Pancake Rocks & Blowholes.
    • evening : Overnight in Greymouth.
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Experience Punakaiki Pancake Rocks & Blowholes Today you will be transported to the Christchurch Railway Station for the Tranz Alpine Scenic Train Journey. Crossing from coast to coast in New Ze... Read more Experience Punakaiki Pancake Rocks & Blowholes Today you will be transported to the Christchurch Railway Station for the Tranz Alpine Scenic Train Journey. Crossing from coast to coast in New Zealand's South Island, the TranzAlpine is one of the world's most spectacular train journeys. Cross fertile farmlands and enjoy the majesty of the chiselled alpine landscape as you travel the edges of the ice-fed Waimakariri River and through miles of unique native beech forests. Witness epic vistas and the striking beauty of the mighty Southern Alps. On arrival in Greymouth, you will be met and transferred to the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes for a short self- guided walk to view the fascinating pancake-shaped rock formations before being delivered to your accommodation. Overnight: Greymouth   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and Shantytown Heritage Experience.
    • full day : Transfer to Franz Josef Glacier Region.
    • evening : Leisure and Overnight in Franz Josef
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : This morning, you’ll be transferred to Shantytown Heritage Park for a sense of what it was like to live in New Zealand during the gold rush before returning to Greymouth for your transfer to Gla... Read more This morning, you’ll be transferred to Shantytown Heritage Park for a sense of what it was like to live in New Zealand during the gold rush before returning to Greymouth for your transfer to Glacier Country.  The temperate climate at a low altitude makes Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers among the most convenient to visit in the world.  Steep valleys bear scars from where glaciers have retreated and advanced over millennia and here, the ice age is still underway.  Overnight: Franz Josef Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and transfer to Queenstown.
    • full day : Explore Queenstown at your own pace.
    • evening : Free time and Overnight in Queenstown
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : This morning you will be collected from your accommodation for your transfer through wilderness towns, waterfalls and river scenery on the journey to Queenstown. Magnificent vistas and majestic moun... Read more This morning you will be collected from your accommodation for your transfer through wilderness towns, waterfalls and river scenery on the journey to Queenstown. Magnificent vistas and majestic mountains dominate this compact alpine resort town, and with such an expansive natural physical environment it is not surprising that Queenstown has been described as the Adventure Capital of the World. On arrival, explore dramatic landscapes, featuring mountains, lakes & forests on your own   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and depart for Milford Sound.
    • full day : Milford Sound Cruise and scenic excursion.
    • evening : Return to Queenstown.
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Fiordland is one of the world’s last great wildernesses. Today's stunning tour takes you past mirror lakes and waterfalls into Milford Sound, carved by ice age glaciers and famously descri... Read more Fiordland is one of the world’s last great wildernesses. Today's stunning tour takes you past mirror lakes and waterfalls into Milford Sound, carved by ice age glaciers and famously described as the eighth wonder of the world. On arrival, board your vessel for a cruise of the fiord surrounded by towering mountains and cliffs that plunge into the sea. Feel the refreshing spray of a waterfall as you cruise close to sheer rock faces before returning to shore. After a big day out, reflect on memories of a lifetime on your coach return to Queenstown. Overnight: Queenstown   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and 60-minute Jet Boat Ride.
    • full day : Skyline Gondola and 3 Luge Rides.
    • evening : Leisure time in Queenstown.
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Today we will enjoy a jet boating experience. It offers 60 minutes of unforgettable thrills, spins and exhilaration across two waterways in one of the world’s mos... Read more Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Today we will enjoy a jet boating experience. It offers 60 minutes of unforgettable thrills, spins and exhilaration across two waterways in one of the world’s most stunning locations. The twin-engine jet boat blasts across crystal clear Lake Wakatipu at speeds of up to 95kph, surrounded by majestic mountains and mesmerising scenery. Experience a rip-roaring ride under the Kawarau Dam onto the deep green waters of the Kawarau River, complete with lots of 360degree spins. Later in the afternoon, we will also take the Skyline Gondola up to Bob's Peak where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and Lake Wakatipu. Once at the top, you can hop on the luge—a fun, gravity-fueled ride down a winding track. With the combo package, you' ll typically get three luge rides, allowing you to race down the track at your own pace. There are different tracks to choose from, catering to various skill levels, so it’s great for families and thrill-seekers alike. After your rides, you can enjoy dining options and panoramic views from the top. It’s definitely a must- do when visiting Queenstown   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and transfer to Christchurch.
    • full day : Visit Mt. Cook region and Church of the Good Shepherd en route.
    • evening : Overnight in Christchurch.
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Today’s journey departs Queenstown through the stunning Kawarau Gorge and fruit and wine growing region of Cromwell. The journey follows beautiful Lake Dunstan and meanders through the dramati... Read more Today’s journey departs Queenstown through the stunning Kawarau Gorge and fruit and wine growing region of Cromwell. The journey follows beautiful Lake Dunstan and meanders through the dramatic Lindis Pass. Travel the vast plains of the Mackenzie district, alongside magnificent turquoise blue lakes, framed by Aoraki Mt Cook and the spectacular Southern Alps to Mt Cook Village where you have some free time. Leaving Mt Cook, it’s not hard to see why many Lord of the Rings scenes were filmed nearby. Make a stop close to the popular Church of the Good Shepherd sitting in solitude on the banks of Lake Tekapo before continuing through the amazing countryside to Christchurch. Overnight: Christchurch   Read Less

    Highlights

    • morning : Breakfast and transfer to Christchurch Airport.
    • full day : Transfer to Christchurch Airport and Departure
    • Meals : Breakfast
    Details : Today it’s time to say goodbye to Christchurch. We will proceed to Christchurch. Airport for flight to Onward Destination. Today it’s time to say goodbye to Christchurch. We will proceed to Christchurch. Airport for flight to Onward Destination.

    Accommodation


    Inclusion and Exclusion

    Inclusions

    • 1 Night accommodation at Auckland in choice of selected Hotel Category
    • 2 Nights’ accommodation at Rotorua in choice of selected Hotel Category
    • 2 Nights’ accommodation at Wellington in choice of selected Hotel Category
    • 1 Night accommodation at Kaikoura in choice of selected Hotel Category
    • 2 Nights’ accommodation at Christchurch in choice of selected Hotel Category
    • 1 Night accommodation at Greymouth in choice of selected Hotel Category
    • 1 Night accommodation at Franz Josef in choice of selected Hotel Category
    • 3 Nights’ accommodation at Queenstown in choice of selected Hotel Category
    • 1 Night accommodation at Christchurch in choice of selected Hotel Category
    • Exclusive Meet & Greet Arrival Transfer
    • Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with Banquet Feast
    • Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
    • Te Po Indigenous Evening Experience
    • Northern Explorer Scenic Train Journey
    • Wellington Cable Car return ride
    • Inter-Island Ferry Crossing
    • Dolphin Encounter Cruise in Kaikoura
    • Coastal Pacific Scenic Train Journey
    • Christchurch City Sightseeing
    • Christchurch Historic Tram Ride
    • Punting on the Avon in Christchurch
    • Tranz Alpine Scenic Train Journey
    • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks & Blowholes
    • Shantytown Heritage Park
    • 60 Mins Jet Boat Experience in Queenstown
    • Skyline Gondola with 3 Luge Rides in Queenstown
    • Milford Sound Tour with Cruise & Lunch
    • CBD pick up/drop off transfers
    • Airport Transfer
    • All Current Applicable Local Taxes

    Exclusions

    • Cost of International Airfares & Internal Airfares
    • Cost of New Zealand Tourist Visa
    • All Rooms & Rates are subject to availability at time of confirmation
    • Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc.
    • Anything which is not specified in Inclusions
    • Peak / Festival Period Surcharge to be paid extra. Will be notified at time of booking confirmation
    • Package Not Valid from 26th Oct 26 to 28th Oct 26 | 17th Dec 26 to 12th Jan 27
    • Early Check-In & Late Check-Out
    • Cost of Transfer from Hotel to designated Pick-Up point for Tours
    • Packages are valid till 28th August 2026 – 24th April 2027

    Cancellation Policy (Per person)

    Within 15-30 days

    30% Non Refundable

    Within 10-15 days

    75% Non Refundable

    Within 10 days

    100% Non Refundable

    • Hotel or Air - 100% in case of non refundable Ticket/Hotel Room
    • Cruise Or Visa - On Actuals
    Payment Policy

    Within 45-30 days

    75% of total tour cost or non refundable component whichever is higher

    Within 30 days

    100% of total tour cost


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    • All Prices are in Indian Rupees and subject to change without prior notice.

    • Price quoted are subject to availablity at time of confirmation, we are currently not holding any blocking against the sent quotation.

    • Tour prices are valid for Indian Nationals & Foreigners holding Indian Resident Permit.

    • Booking confirmations are subject to availability.

    • All Hotels Rooms are subject to availability

    • We are not holding any reservations of air seats, hotel rooms, conference rooms etc. Final availability status will only be known when we request for bookings.

    • Holiday Surcharge will be additional if applicable

    • Any overstay expenses due to delay or change or cancellation in flight will be on the guests own & Akbar Holidays will not be held liable for such expenses however we will provide best possible assistance.

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