11 Days / 10 Nights
Signature Series programs are fast, easy-to-book itineraries for independent travellers, offering a private alternative to popular group destinations. Choose one of our suggested Signature itineraries, for an independent holiday honed to perfection by over four decades of A&K expertise. With your own exclusive party of family or friends, you'll enjoy the best destinations, finest hotels, "must-see" sights and the services of expert local guides - as well as private transfers and selected meals. Our Signature itineraries give you private travel at its best.
Days 1 – 2: USA or Canada / Auckland, New Zealand
Day 3: Auckland
Day 4: Auckland / Lake Tarawera
Day 6: Lake Tarawera / Rotorua / Queenstown
Day 7: Queenstown / Milford Sound / Queenstown
Day 8: Queenstown
Day 9: Queenstown / Christchurch
Day 11: Christchurch / USA or Canada
This program contains some active elements and a minimum level of fitness is required.
Depart on an overnight flight to New Zealand, “losing” a day en route to the International Dateline.
Your room is ready at check-in for a relaxing morning before your guide takes you sightseeing in the “City of Sails.”
Hyatt Regency
A short morning flight brings you south for a cruise (and perhaps some fishing) on the lake before checking in to one of New Zealand’s finest wilderness lodges.
Solitaire Lodge: B, L, D
Day 5: Lake Tarawera
A choice of activities today — fly fishing, helicopter sightseeing, hiking, golf at the nearby championship course or simply enjoying the gardens of this beautiful lodge.
Solitaire Lodge: B, D
After breakfast, drive to Rotorua for a sightseeing tour including the thermal area of Whakawerawera, Kiwi Encounter and a walk through the beautiful Government Gardens. Later today, fly to picturesque Queenstown.
Mount Vista Boutique Hotel: B
Weather permitting, take a helicopter to Milford Sound for an unforgettable flightseeing excursion. Then fly back to Queenstown for an afternoon at leisure.
Mount Vista Boutique Hotel: B, L
Choose from a range of exciting options today: skim the Dart River by jetboat; set off on a 4WD safari; or try whitewater rafting or bungee jumping.
Mount Vista Boutique Hotel: B
Take a morning flight to Christchurch and tour this charming town, considered “more English than England.”
the George: B, L
Day 10: Christchurch
A day to personalize as you please. Enjoy a trip on the Tranz Alpine Express train; take a ride on the Gondola or walk through the city’s beautiful gardens.
the George: B
Transfer to the airport to board your homebound flight.
B
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| Date | Priced from |
| January 6 - 16 | $7,995 |
| January 13 - 23 | $7,995 |
| February 3 - 13 | $7,995 |
| March 3 - 13 | $7,995 |
| April 7 - 17 | $7,995 |
| October 6 - 16 | $7,995 |
| October 20 - 30 | $7,995 |
| November 3 - 13 | $7,995 |
| December 8 - 18 | $7,995 |
| December 19 - 29 | $7,995 ** |
| Internal Airfare (Auckland / Taupo; Rotorua / Queenstown / Christchurch) |
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| Economy Class from | $ 880 |
| Single Pricing | |
| Single Supplement | $ 2,035 |
| Solo Traveler | $11,810 |
Australia Tours:
Highlights of Australia (10) |
Australian Family Adventure (12) |
Wonders of Australia (9)
New Zealand Tours:
Highlights of New Zealand (8) | New Zealand: A Natural Adventure (10) |
Wonders of New Zealand (11)
South Pacific Combination Tours:
Highlights of New Zealand & Australia (16) | Wonders of Australia & New Zealand (18) |
Ancient Cultures of Papua New Guinea & Northern Australia (15)
Signature Series (Pre Planned Independent Travel):
Signature Australia (13) |
Signature New Zealand (10) |
Signature Australia & New Zealand (21)
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For more information on any of the fabulous A&K South Pacific Tours drop us a note or call Rex Travel at 800-777-7739 |
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