Varied nature and Maori culture
Discover New Zealand, in the Maori language 'Aotearoa', the land of the long white cloud. This adventurous round trip will take you to the most beautiful places in New Zealand. From Auckland to Queenstown, explore enchanting landscapes from glaciers, vineyards and gold caves to pearly white sand beaches by car, train and boat while staying in exceptional accommodations. Meet the friendly and helpful locals and learn extensively about the richness of Maori culture. Prepare yourself for an intense total experience of New Zealand, for nothing also called one of the most impressive countries on earth. Where the world can't find you...
Tips & Tops Ultimate tour of New Zealand:
- From the picturesque coastal town of Kaikoura, board a catamaran for whale watching. Your boat is often accompanied by playing and jumping dolphins, the so-called 'Dusky Dolphins'.
- Hokitika is known for the beautiful green jade found in this region and made into fine jewelry. A green jade brings good luck if you gift it to another person
- Lovers of fine wine are very much in their element when touring New Zealand. Tour wineries to sample different wines from the region; some even allow you to stay overnight. Thus, there is also a wide choice of different types of accommodation
- Via a breathtakingly beautiful route you will drive over the Haast mountain pass to Wanaka, one of the most panoramic routes in New Zealand and starting point for several beautiful walks such as to Blue Pools, Fantail Falls, Thunder Creek Falls and Roaring Billy.
- Take an unforgettable cruise with overnight stay on the Doubtful Sound, one of New Zealand's most beautiful fjords
- Visit Mount Earnslaw Station, a 130-year-old working farm in Paradise Valley on Lake Wakatipu
- Admire the Tasman Glacier along with spectacular icebergs on a boat ride and try to touch or even taste the 300 to 500 year old ice crystals
- Relax on the shores of Lake Taupo in the stunningly beautiful setting of the highly exclusive Huka Lodge
- Deep in the mountains behind Taupo, in a mystical and very private setting, you will be welcomed with a 'pōwhiri' at the sacred mountain Titiraupenga and the master sculptor of the local Ngati Tuwharetoa tribe will introduce you to their traditions and customs
- The volcanic area of Great Lake Taupo is a mecca for athletes and a paradise for nature lovers; get on your mountain bike and end your trail at Orakei Korako for a dip in a geothermal pool
