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Best of New Zealand - 2022
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It’s true that sheep outnumber people in New Zealand six to one, but lucky for ewe, this untamed land also boasts an impressive number of soaring mountains, lush rainforests, and stunning fiords. The North Island’s Bay of Plenty sets the stage for the abundance of spectacular sights you’ll see on both of New Zealand’s breathtaking islands. Rotorua’s shooting geysers are only surpassed by the South Island’s soaring Southern Alps, which you’ll reach from charming Christchurch by way of the scenic TranzAlpine train. Throughout your tour of New Zealand, you’ll have the opportunity to walk along the Franz Josef Glacier, warm your toes in natural hot springs, and partake in all of the fun that Queenstown, the “Adventure Capital of the World,” has to offer. With so many ways to work up an appetite, you’ll appreciate a special barbecue on a local farm and a traditional cooked-in-the-ground hot stone Hangi dinner.
Highlights
- BAY OF ISLANDS Scenic cruise includes the Hole in the Rock with the chance to view dolphins and other marine wildlife.
- ROTORUA Guided sightseeing includes a visit to Rainbow Springs Nature Park to see native bush and wildlife including the shy Kiwi bird and Te Puia.
- CHRISTCHURCH Guide sightseeing includes famous landmarks and the city’s spectacular gardens.
- Scenic drive through farmlands and past Lake Taupo en route to Marton
- AUCKLAND Guided sightseeing includes Queen Street, Auckland Domain (Auckland’s oldest park), and historic Parnell Village.
Destinations
- Australasia
- New Zealand
Tour Types
- Adventure
- River Cruise
- Scenic
- 50 plus
- Couples
- Seniors
- Museum
- Sightseeing
- Walking
- Cultural
- Flowers and Gardens
- History
- Wildlife
Location: Auckland
Welcome to Aotearoa (the Máori word for ‘land of the long white cloud’)! Hotel check-in available upon arrival. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Schedule flights to arrive by 4:30 pm in time for a welcome meeting and dinner.
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Accommodation Name: Stamford Plaza Auckland (or similar)
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Location: Auckland, Bay Of Islands
AUCKLAND Guided sightseeing includes Queen Street, Auckland Domain (Auckland’s oldest park), and historic Parnell Village. Drive to Bay of Islands. BAY OF ISLANDS Visit Waitangi Treaty House to discover the history of New Zealand. Free time this evening.
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Accommodation Name: Copthorne Hotel & Resort (or similar)
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Location: Bay Of Islands
BAY OF ISLANDS Scenic cruise includes the Hole in the Rock with the chance to view dolphins and other marine wildlife. Free time this afternoon and evening.
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Accommodation Name: Copthorne Hotel & Resort (or similar)
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Location: Bay Of Islands, Rotorua
BAY OF ISLANDS Scenic drive to Rotorua. ROTORUA In the evening, enjoy a traditional LF Hangi dinner (roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones), followed by an authentic Máori (indigenous Polynesian people) cultural performance with singing, dancing, and storytelling. ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Rotorua with a visit to an authentic Máori (indigenous Polynesian people) village, including a cultural performance, traditional Hangi dinner (roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones), and chance to learn the Haka (traditional Máori war dance). This and many more options throughout your tour are available with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.
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Accommodation Name: Distinction Hotel Rotorua (or similar)
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Location: Rotorua
ROTORUA Guided sightseeing includes a visit to Rainbow Springs Nature Park to see native bush and wildlife including the shy Kiwi bird and Te Puia, home to New Zealand’s largest geyser, boiling mud pools, and silica terraces. Free time this afternoon before LF dinner at a local family’s home.
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Accommodation Name: Distinction Hotel Rotorua (or similar)
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Location: Marton, Wellington
Scenic drive through farmlands and past Lake Taupo en route to Marton.MARTON Visit to a LF local farm includes a visit with the farm’s owners and a barbecue lunch before driving to Wellington. WELLINGTON Free time this evening.
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Accommodation Name: Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay (or similar)
Meals: ,Breakfast,Lunch,
Location: Wellington
WELLINGTON Sightseeing tour includes a scenic cable-car ride, the botanic gardens, the famous Beehive and Parliament buildings, and 360-degree views from Mount Victoria. Visit Te Papa Museum of New Zealand. Free time the remainder of the day.
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Accommodation Name: Copthorne Hotel Wellington Oriental Bay (or similar)
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Location: Christchurch
Fly to Christchurch. CHRISTCHURCH Guide sightseeing includes famous landmarks and the city’s spectacular gardens. Free time this evening.
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Accommodation Name: Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square (or similar)
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Location: Christchurch, TranzAlpine & Coastal Pacific, Arthur's Pass, Franz Josef Glacier
CHRISTCHURCH Scenic TranzAlpine train trip through Canterbury Plains, the Waimakariri River, and the Southern Alps en route to Arthur’s Pass. Continue with a scenic drive to Franz Josef.FRANZ JOSEF Free time this evening.
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Accommodation Name: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (or similar)
Meals: ,Breakfast,Dinner,
Location: Franz Josef Glacier
FRANZ JOSEF (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) Walking tour in Glacier Valley along the Waiho River bed with a Local Guide. A short climb rewards you with spectacular views of the glacier. Free time this afternoon and evening.
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Accommodation Name: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (or similar)
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Location: Franz Josef Glacier, Queenstown
FRANZ JOSEF Scenic drive along the coast of the Tasman Sea and across Haast Pass en route to Queenstown. QUEENSTOWN Guided tour and LF tasting at a local winery. Free time this evening.
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Accommodation Name: Ramada Queenstown Central (or similar)
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Location: Milford Sound / Piopiotahi, Queenstown
MILFORD SOUND Full-day sightseeing in Fiordland National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) includes a scenic cruise in Milford Sound with the chance to see marine wildlife, waterfalls, glaciers, and rainforests. Late evening return to Queenstown. Please note that the excursion to Milford Sound may happen on Day 13 depending on weather and road conditions today.
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Accommodation Name: Ramada Queenstown Central (or similar)
Meals: ,Breakfast,Lunch,
Location: Queenstown
QUEENSTOWN Free day followed by a special farewell dinner. ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Queenstown with an independent bicycle trip along country roads, through farmlands, and amid some of New Zealand’s most gorgeous scenery. This and many more options throughout your tour are available with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app
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Accommodation Name: Ramada Queenstown Central (or similar)
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Location: Queenstown
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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Meals
-13 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners
- Fully Guided
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Accommodation
-It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
- All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
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Prices for sole occupancy are available on request
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Touring with Cosmos
A forward-thinking young Italian named Antonio Mantegazza started it all back in 1928, when he purchased a rowboat to transport visitors across Lake Lugano in Switzerland. Big things come from small beginnings and as Antonio grew his business their sister company Globus was born, and from that came Cosmos in 1961.
Across the decades there were some questionable brochure covers as well as fashion choices, but most of all it was fantastic holidays at great prices. And while they’ve ditched the flares and polo necks, they’re still determined to give you superb holidays at the best prices.
They want to take you on your best holidays, full of memorable experiences and pinch-yourself moments in thrilling destinations around the world. Whether you’re cruising down a jungle river in Thailand, standing on a lava field in Iceland, or stargazing in the deserts of Western USA, they want to place you in these perfect settings.>
Cosmos offer a huge selection of tours, from classic, platinum or small group escorted tours, to private groups and single centre tours. Travel with like-minded people and get the best access to the must-see sights, and the local favourites you might have missed. Touring is a great way to see the world: they'll take away the admin and organisation headaches of your holiday, and all you have to do is soak up all the history, culture and experiences.
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