Time to explore the culture and beauty of New Zealand
| TRIP DATES | AVAILABILITY | PRICE | SPACE LEFT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26/04/2027 - 15/05/2027 | Available | $14,320 |
9 Available
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After hugely successful tours of both the South Island and North Island, I am delighted announce that our “2027 New Zealand – Ultimate Rail, Cruise and Coach” tour encompassing both islands with Girls On Tour and Grand Pacific is now open for bookings. Only 9 places remain.
Departing 26th April, 2027 for 20 days, our tour includes economy airfares flying with Air New Zealand or Qantas, transfers in NZ, Ultimate 20 seat coach travel in a full size coach with luxury leather reclining seats, 4.5 star accommodation, breakfast daily, and other meals as shown, sightseeing and attractions, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise, Thermal mud pools and geysers in Rotorua, Auckland and Wellington city sights tours, traditional Mãori Hãngi and concert and so much more.
We will have 7 x 2 night stays in Auckland, Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch, Queenstown and Dunedin. We will have overnight stays in Fox Glacier, Te Anau, Doubtful Sound as well as additional overnight stays in Auckland and Christchurch.
This beautiful itinerary will showcase both of New Zealand’s incredible and diverse islands.
Highlights include:
Glenbrook Vintage Railway journey, Pleasant Point Museum and Railway, The Tranzalpine Railway Journey, Kauri Museum, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise, National Kiwi Hatchery Tour, Skyline Rotorua Gondola and Luge Ride, Thermal mud and geysers, Te Puia traditional Mãori Hãngi and concert, Te Papa National Museum, Wellington Cable Car, Cruise on the Interislander Ferry, International Antarctic Centre, Christchurch Tram, Lakes District Museum, Cruise Lake Wakatipu on TSS Earnslaw, Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise, Larnach Castle Ultimate High Tea, City sights tours of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin and more.
PRICING AS PER DEPARTURE CITY:
| Dep city | Price | Taxes | Total Price |
| Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne | 14,040.00 | 280.00 | $14,320.00 |
| Hobart, Launceston or Devonport | 14,340.00 | 320.00 | $14,660.00 |
| Perth | 14,590.00 | 280.00 | $14,870.00 |
| Adelaide | 14,340.00 | 300.00 | $14,640.00 |
| Single supp | 3,995.00 | $3,995.00 | |
| Taxes | The above tax amounts are subject to change and will be confirmed on your final invoice. | ||
IMPORTANT NOTE: *Based on minimum and maximum group of 20 passengers for this to be a GOT charter. If Girls On Tour is unable to meet numbers as outlined in GPT general conditions they reserve the right to open the tour for sale to FIT travellers and may remove any additional inclusions provided which fall outside of their core touring itinerary.
Please note that single supplement is only payable if you require your own room throughout the tour. It is NOT payable if you are willing to share with a friend or another member of the group.
Request details by emailing info@girlsontour.com.au or download the brochure.
Itinerary
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On arrival into Auckland you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel.
Today is a free day to explore Auckland at leisure. This evening enjoy a complimentary pre-dinner drink when you meet your travelling companions for dinner.
Board the luxurious Ultimate Coach and enjoy a city tour of Auckland, dubbed the ‘City of Sails’, before travelling to Matakohe to enjoy a visit and informative talk at the Kauri Museum. Travel via Whangarei to Paihia, situated in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enjoy a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, the location of the signing of the Treaty between the indigenous Māori tribes and the British settlers.
Today is a free day. Choose from the many optional activities available, including the Cape Reinga coach trip via Ninety Mile Beach or a spectacular scenic flight. This evening is also free, you may like to enjoy a relaxing dinner cruise (optional).
This morning you will explore the scenic beauty of the Bay of Islands. Cruise to Cape Brett and the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’, keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine life. On return to Paihia, travel south, returning to Auckland. This evening is free to dine at leisure.
This morning travel to Glenbrook Vintage Railway for a nostalgic 15 kilometre trip back in time on a beautifully restored vintage steam train including a delightful morning tea. Depart Glenbrook and travel through the magnificent countryside of rolling hills and green pastures famous for dairying. Continue to Rotorua to visit the National Kiwi Hatchery, where you’ll learn about Kiwi, their native environment and what makes them truly iconic the world over.
Today begins with a gondola ride and breakfast at Skyline Rotorua where spectacular views are on offer. There is also time for a thrilling luge ride! Enjoy some leisure time in the geothermal capital before travelling to Te Puia to see the boiling mud pools and awesome geysers that Rotorua is famous for. This evening experience an entertaining Māori Hāngi and Concert.
Travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway to the spectacular Huka Falls. Continue to Lake Taupo for some free time to enjoy this scenic lakeside town. Travel via the Tongariro National Park and then continue south to NZ’s capital city, Wellington.
A highlight this morning will be time to explore Gallipoli: A Scale of War exhibition at Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum. Cutting edge technology brings these stories to life through the eyes of New Zealanders who found themselves in extraordinary circumstances. Re-board your Ultimate Coach for an extensive city tour. This afternoon, ride the Wellington Cable Car to Kelburn Station where you can explore the Cable Car Museum or stroll through the Botanic Gardens. This evening is at leisure.
This morning board the Interislander Ferry and travel through the Marlborough Sounds to Picton. On the other side, meet your Ultimate Coach in the fishing village of Kaikōura, stop for lunch then continue on by Coach along the coast down to the garden city of Christchurch.
Today visit the International Antarctic Centre designed to provide an informative account of life in Antarctica. This is followed by an introductory city tour of Christchurch. This afternoon includes a journey on board the Christchurch Tram at your leisure. This evening is free to enjoy one of the many eateries near your hotel.
This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel over massive viaducts, river valleys and spectacular gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass located in the centre of the Southern Alps. Board your Ultimate Coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone before continuing via Franz Josef to the township of Fox Glacier where time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers.
See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south along the West Coast. Continue via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty before arriving at Arrowtown to visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue to picturesque Queenstown, a year-round resort situated on the shores of magical Lake Wakatipu. This evening is free, and you may choose to dine out at one of the many fine restaurants.
Today is a free day for you to explore Queenstown with many optional activities available. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious gourmet barbecue dinner featuring a menu of seasonal, fresh and locally sourced food at the Colonel’s Homestead. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano as you cruise back to Queenstown.
Today travel to Manapouri. Enjoy lunch as you cruise across this glacial lake. A short ride over the Wilmot Pass brings you to the boarding point to join the Fiordland Navigator for an amazing overnight experience. As you cruise through the pristine beauty of Doubtful Sound, naturalist guides will provide commentary and point out the resident wildlife. There are opportunities to explore the shoreline by tender boat or kayak (swimwear required) – or to simply relax on board. When evening falls enjoy a delicious carvery buffet prepared by the onboard chef. Overnight Fiordland Navigator
Start the day with a hearty breakfast before heading back to Deep Cove for the trip to Manapouri. Return to the wharf and meet your Ultimate Coach for the journey to Te Anau where you will enjoy an afternoon at leisure. You may like to visit the Te Anau Glowworm Caves (optional).
Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin, famous for its stunning Edwardian and Victorian architecture dating back to the gold rush of the 1800s. Enjoy a city tour of New Zealand’s oldest university city.
Travel along the picturesque Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle. On a guided tour you will hear the tragic and scandalous tales which make up the castle’s history. Indulge in an Ultimate High Tea served in the Grand Ballroom, followed by time to stroll through this Garden of International Significance. Return to Dunedin for some free time. Optional activities to consider include a wildlife excursion to observe animals in their natural habitat or a guided tour of Olveston Historic Home, containing a wealth of treasures from a bygone era. This evening is free to dine at leisure.
This morning travel to the city of Oamaru, famous for its limestone. Continue north to Pleasant Point Museum and Railway for a short rail experience followed by lunch and time to explore the preserved heritage of the South Canterbury railway. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with selected beverages and your newfound friends.
Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.