Small Group Discoveries for our World Travelers
+ Embark on a thrilling jetboat adventure on the Shotover River.
+ Journey by 4WD into Middle Earth, the inspiring setting for the Lord of the Rings films.
+ Cruise Lake Wakatipu on a turn-of-the-century steamer to spend time on an authentic sheep station homestead.
+ Sample world-class wines, enjoy lunch on a farm, visit a bountiful fruit orchard and sit down to a convivial dinner with a family in Christchurch.
+ Wake up to some of the most magnificent scenery on Earth on our overnight cruise through Milford Sound.
Day 1 - Welcome to Queenstown
Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted and escorted to the 5-star St. Moritz Hotel. This evening, join your guide and fellow guests for a welcome drink and dinner at the hotel. Meals DDay 2 - Discover Middle Earth
Our 4WD adventure to Glenorchy immerses you in the magnificent landscapes made famous in the Lord of the Rings film trilogy. Then explore Arrowtown, founded in the heady days of the Gold Rush, and thrill to a jetboat adventure on the Shotover River. Meals BDay 3 - Queenstown
After breakfast, you’ll spend this day exploring Queenstown and its surrounding countryside. At the Kiwi Bird Park, you’ll have a chance to observe and learn about some of New Zealand’s indigenous wildlife including the Brown Kiwi, Tuatara Lizard, and the colorfully plumed Rainbow Lorikeet. Sample the fine boutique wines of a local winery and take in breathtaking vistas of mountains and waterways on a gondola ride.
Later this afternoon, you’ll board the TSS Earnslaw, a turn-of-the-century steamer, for a cruise across beautiful Lake Wakatipu. Step of at a working high-country homestead where you’ll see highly trained sheep dogs in action and enjoy a delightful lakeside dinner with fine New Zealand wine. Meals B+L+DDay 4 - Thrill to Milford Sound
Skirt the shores of Lake Wakatipu and journey into Fiordland National Park to embark your overnight cruise. Settle in to your private cabin and enjoy a leisurely afternoon and dinner as you sail with our shipboard naturalist. Marvel at waterfalls, rainforests and wildlife and maybe even explore in the ship's tender or kayaks! Meals B+DDay 5 - Te Anau to Clyde
Step off ship this morning and journey to Te Anau, an alpine region of unparalleled beauty set on the shores of one of New Zealand's deepest lakes. Enjoy lunch on a farm here and then journey into the spectacular Kawarau Valley. See the famous Bungy Bridge where two adventurers launched the worldwide bungee jumping craze in 1988 and then check in to Oliver's in historic Clyde. Meals B+LDay 6 - Exploring Central Otago
With fruit orchards and rolling fields, this is one of New Zealand's loveliest areas. Begin your day at a farmers market in Cromwell and sample the region's bounty at a local orchard. Enjoy a tasting and lunch at a nearby winery and visit one of the region's historic gold mines before returning to Clyde. Meals B+L+DDay 7 - Onward to Mt. Cook
Journey through the imposing Linda Pass to reach New Zealand's highest mountain. Check in to the Hermitage Hotel in time for dinner. Tonight, the absence of ambient light makes the Aoraki MacKenzie International Dark Sky Reserve one of the best places to view the Southern Constellations. Meals B+DDay 8 - Canterbury Plains to the Garden City
Embark on an available flightseeing adventure over Mt. Cook or just enjoy a leisurely morning. Then depart your hotel to journey over the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. With its lovely parks, new Cardboard Cathedral and handsome Gothic buildings, there's a very English ambience to Christchurch. Upon arrival, you'll set out to see the town's architectural landmarks and the Botanic Garden. Delight in casual conversation and dinner with a local family in their home and overnight at the George Hotel. Meals B+DDay 9 - Depart Christchurch
Transfer to the airport for your homeward flight or continue your adventure with our journey to the North Island. Meals B
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Hotel St Moritz - Queenstown, New Zealand
Our stylish boutique hotel offers stunning views of Lake Wakatipu and the mountains.
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Oliver's Hotel - Clyde, New Zealand
Set on an authentic 19th-century homestead, our charming lodge blends modern comfort and the region's history.
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The Hermitage - Mount Cook, New Zealand
Terrific dining and great views over the region’s valleys and towering peaks distinguish our warm and inviting hotel. From an intrepid journey through glacial valleys to a mouth-watering culinary dining adventure, The Hermitage Hotel is the perfect place to base your adventure and discover why this region has endeared itself to Kiwi adventure seekers for so long.
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The George - Christchurch, New Zealand
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Welcome Aboard!Standard Accommodations
Our Small Group Journey Value
+ Comprehensive expertly guided sightseeing across the South Island with never more than 16 guests including all entry fees
+ 17 meals: 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 6 dinners with fine New Zealand wines
+ 7 nights in our wonderful boutique hotels
+ 1 night in a private outside cabin aboard the Milford Mariner
+ All on-tour transportation including airport transfers
+ Luggage handling and all hotel taxes
Trip Pricing
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Traveling as a single?
Arrive Queenstown
- Per Person Double
| Dates |
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Standard Accommodations |
| 9/17/2018 |
9/25/2018 |
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$5699 |
$5399 |
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| 10/1/2018 |
10/9/2018 |
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$5999 |
$5699 |
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| 1/14/2019 |
1/22/2019 |
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$5999 |
$5699 |
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| 2/11/2019 |
2/19/2019 |
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$5999 |
$5699 |
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| 3/4/2019 |
3/12/2019 |
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$5999 |
$5699 |
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| 3/19/2019 |
3/27/2019 |
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$5999 |
$5699 |
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Select all Deals that apply for best available price.
Prices are per person, double occupancy, and may vary during holidays and trade shows. Additional surcharges and blackout dates may apply.
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Our Private Journey Value
+ Comprehensive expertly guided sightseeing across the South Island with never more than 16 guests including all entry fees
+ 17 meals: 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 6 dinners
+ 7 nights in our wonderful boutique hotels
+ 1 night in a private outside cabin aboard the Milford Mariner
+ All on-tour transportation including airport transfers
+ Luggage handling and all hotel taxes
Trip Pricing
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Traveling as a single?
Arrive Any Tuesday
- Per Person Double
| Dates |
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Standard Accommodations |
| 1/10/2018 |
12/31/2018 |
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$10599 |
$10299 |
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| 1/1/2019 |
4/24/2019 |
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$10599 |
$10299 |
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Select all Deals that apply for best available price.
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Trip Reviews
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Franklin from WA gives this tour
Delighted by the beauty of the country especially the night on the boat in Milford Sound (New Zealand) and the friendliness of the people. Accommodations and guides/driver were fantastic. Read More »
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Carl from NY gives this tour
We went on the Spectacular New Zealand journey and it was fantastic. The lodgings and planned meals were all superb with outstanding views wherever we stayed. Our guide (Stephen) and our driver (Cliff) were wonderful, friendly, and helpful. We look forward to many more journeys with Alexander and Roberts in the future. Read More »
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Irene from CT gives this tour
Delighted by the small group, excellent accommodations, knowledgeable guide. Read More »
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John from CT gives this tour
Enjoyed the small group personal feeling, farm visit and lunch-relaxing afternoon and delicious food! Accommodations were excellent. Read More »
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Stanley from MO gives this tour
New Zealand’s beautify needs very little to leave one exponentially impressed, but our guide made the trip even better. Our guide met us a the baggage claim and very quickly it was as if we’d just met a long lost cousin. He made a great trip better. Read More »
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Debbie from MO gives this tour
This trip to New Zealand was the best vacation we have ever had! Excellent, friendly and knowledgeable guide/driver, comfortable lodgings, and well planned tour with a wide variety of experiences. Well done! Read More »
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Pamela from OH gives this tour
Wonderful tour guide. He was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Wonderful accommodations. Read More »
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Robert from OH gives this tour
The scenery of New Zealand was so beautiful. One amazing vista after another. Probably my two favorite experiences were the tour of Hobbiton and the trip on Milford Sound. We got to kayak with penguins. Lastly getting to go to some homes of Kiwis and hear about their lives. Read More »
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Steven from CA gives this tour
The tour guide and driver were exceptionally nice, knowledgeable and engaging. Read More »
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Sheila from NM gives this tour
Delighted by the knowledge and helpfulness of our Guide, the unspoiled beauty of New Zealand, the quality of the hotels and the dinner arrangements made for our tour. Read More »