New Zealand Explorer

Ten days across both islands: geothermal Rotorua, glowworm caves, the TranzAlpine rail crossing, Queenstown and a Milford Sound cruise.

Day by day

1. Day 1 — Arrive Auckland

   Transfer and harbour-front evening.

2. Day 2 — Auckland

   Sky Tower, Mission Bay and Waiheke Island wineries.

3. Day 3 — Waitomo & Rotorua

   Glowworm caves and an evening Māori hāngī feast.

4. Day 4 — Rotorua

   Te Puia geysers, Redwoods walk and a thermal spa.

5. Day 5 — Fly to Christchurch

   Botanic Gardens and punting on the Avon.

6. Day 6 — TranzAlpine rail

   Rail across Arthur's Pass to the West Coast glaciers.

7. Day 7 — Wanaka & Queenstown

   Haast Pass drive, Lake Wanaka and arrival in Queenstown.

8. Day 8 — Milford Sound

   Fiord cruise with waterfalls, seals and dolphins.

9. Day 9 — Queenstown

   Skyline gondola, Arrowtown and free time for adventure options.

10. Day 10 — Departure

    Transfer to Queenstown Airport.