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A massive plume of white steam and water shooting out of a grey rock formation at sunset over a turquoise pool. Credit: Grand Pacific Tours
Culture & Heritage

Grand Pacific 19 Day Ultimate Showcase

Auckland

Christchurch

19 days, 18 nights

Small Group Tours

From: $13,252 pp

Trip overview

Discover the "must see attractions" of New Zealand from top to bottom on this stunning tour. Featuring the Hobbiton Movie Set, cultural Rotorua, Napier’s beautifully preserved Art Deco architecture, the world-renowned TranzAlpine Rail Journey, picturesque Queenstown and scenic Milford Sound. Enjoy various cruises including Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu where you will cruise on the vintage steamship, TSS Earnslaw.

** Note for those travelling on 13th May and 14th October 2026, and 3rd May 2027 departures:
As the TranzAlpine Train is not operating on the noted tour departure dates, a reduction for the missed inclusion will be applied at the time of final payment, in case scheduling changes. **

Trip highlights & inclusions

19 days / 18 nights
18 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 13 dinners

Auckland

Christchurch

Hotel 4 star

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Why Discover New Zealand

  • Wānaka-based specialists planning your trip from inside New Zealand.
  • One travel specialist to plan and book every detail from start to finish.
  • 24/7 in-country support while you’re travelling, so help is close if plans change.

Trip itinerary

On arrival into Auckland you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. This evening enjoy a complimentary pre-dinner drink as you meet your travelling companions.

Staying in Hotel Crowne Plaza Auckland

  • 4 Star Plus Accommodation

    Nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown Auckland, Crowne Plaza Auckland offers a truly magnificent experience infused with kiwi charm. Explore the enchanting ‘city of sails’ from the inside out thanks to the great location. After an exciting day of sightseeing, retreat to the comfort of your spacious room, meticulously designed to cater for the modern traveller. 

The Auckland city skyline and Sky Tower reflected in the still harbour waters during a vibrant pink and purple sunset. Credit: Grand Pacific Tours

Activities

Inclusions

Agrodome

Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise

City sights tours

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour

Kauri Museum

Lakes District Museum

Larnach Castle

Milford Sound Cruise & Lunch

Rotorua Skyline Gondola and Luge Ride

Te Papa Museum of New Zealand

Te Puia geothermal valley

Te Puia traditional Maori hangi & performance

TranzAlpine Train

TSS Earnslaw cruise & BBQ dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

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