Exploring New Zealand's Wonders

Auckland
Auckland is a city in the North Island of New Zealand and is the largest and most populous area in the country. Roughly one third of New Zealand’s population resides here. Dating back to the year 1350 when the Maori people founded the land, known for being rich and fertile. It is now known for its parks, nature, and volcanic fields as well as rich culture, many festivals and a good quality of living.

Bay of Islands
Just 150 miles north of Auckland is the beautiful Bay of Islands, located in New Zealand’s balmy subtropical north. Over 144 islands dot these warm waters. The bay is abundant with thrilling marine life, like marlin, whales, dolphins, seals, and penguins. Once the refuge of ship deserters, sailors, whalers, ex-convicts and other rogues, the Bay of Islands is now a tranquil holiday destination. Enjoy a cruise on its pristine turquoise waters - the only way to truly appreciate the spectacular seascapes. A highlight of the cruise will be the journey through the famous "Hole in the Rock." Resembling the eye of a needle, the "hole" has been etched over time by wind and waves, allowing boats to travel through it when the tide is just right. Following your cruise, enjoy free time to explore this idyllic region on your own.

Rotorua
Rotorua is a city on the southern shores of the lake of the same name, on New Zealand’s North Island, and is in the heart of the North Island located 140 miles southeast of Auckland. The area is known for its geothermic activity and features geysers and hot mud pools as the town lies on the Rotorua caldera which is where the thermal activity is from. The tourism industry is by far the largest industry in Rotorua and is popular with both domestic and international tourists.

Maori Cultural Experience
Rotorua is known as the Maori capital in New Zealand, and while in this great city, you will visit Te Puia, New Zealand's premire Maori cultural center. Be treated as family, as hospitality and respect are two pillars of Maori society. See examples of traditional Maori architecture, symbols of Maori stories and heritage. And visit the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, which fosters all aspects of Maori culture. So welcome to Te Puia, and be prepared for an all-encompassing Maori cultural experience.

Wellington
Wellington is located on the southwestern tip of the North Island. It is the world's southernmost capital city as well as being the most populous and remote as it is the furthest away from any other capital. Being built on the foreshore of a harbor and ringed by mountains, this gives the city the nickname Windy Wellington.

Christchurch
Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand, and the county’s third most populous urban area. It is located on the South Island’s eastern coast. Christchurch officially became a city on July 31st, 1856, making it the oldest established city in New Zealand. Christchurch is known as the Garden City due the large number of public parks and residential gardens.

Mt. Cook Region
The Mt. Cook Region of New Zealand contains the Southern Alps as well as the tallest mountain in New Zealand: Mt. Cook. In this region is popular to climb the mountains, go skiing or hiking or just enjoy the incredible scenery. The region is comprised of many national parks to visit and explore.

Dunedin
Dunedin is the principal city of the Otago region and is the second largest city in the South Island of New Zealand. The urban area of Dunedin lies on the central-eastern coast of Otago, surrounded by the head of Otago harbor. Dunedin is known as the Edinburgh of the south because of its Scottish heritage. The city’s largest industry is tertiary education with Dunedin being home to New Zealand’s first university: The University of Otago.

Milford Sound
Milford Sound is a fjord in the south west of New Zealand’s South Island. The sound runs inland for over 490 feet from the Tasman Sea and is surrounded by sheer rock faces that rise 3,900 feet on either side. Among the peaks are The Elephant at 4,977 feet, said to resemble an elephant's head, and The Lion, at 4,272 feet, in the shape of a crouching lion. Milford Sound is acclaimed as New Zealand’s most famous tourist destination.

Queenstown
Queenstown is a resort town in Otago in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island. The city is built around an inlet called Queenstown Bay on Lake Wakatipu and has spectacular views of nearby mountains and the Southern Alps. The town was founded in the 1860s and is now known for commerce-based tourism, especially adventure and ski tourism, boasting over 200 adventure tourism activities to take part in.

Lake Wakatipu Cruise & Sheepdog Demonstration


Choice on Tour: Kiwi Birdlife Park or Skyline Gondola
Today, you may choose between two options. Kiwi Birdlife Park offers conservation programs for over 20 endangered native species, including breeding for release of some iconic native species such as the Kiwi, Whio, Pateke, Grand Skink and Orange Skink. The use of informative audio guides will let you take in the park at your leisure. Also included is New Zealand's first free flight conservation show and kiwi feeding show. Your other choice is to relax and take in stunning views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and the Remarkable Mountains from the top of Bob's Peak. You will be carried 450 meters above Queenstown by gondola where you will then experience spectacular 220-degree panoramic views with breaktaking vistas of the region.Kiwi Birdlife Park - NEO Day 16Activity Level: 1Skyline Gondola - NEO Day 16Activity Level: 1

Exploring New Zealand's Wonders

Rydges Auckland
Corner of Federal and Kingston, Auckland, New Zealand


Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands
Cnr. Seaview & MacMurray Roads, Bay of Islands, New Zealand


Sudima Lake Rotorua Hotel
P.O. Box 884, Rotorua, New Zealand


Novotel
133-137 The Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand


Distinction
14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand


The Hermitage Hotel
Private Bag, Mount Cook, New Zealand


Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
118 High Street, Dunedin, New Zealand


Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Marine Parade, Queenstown, New Zealand