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The Ultimate New Zealand Adventure

Katerina Pattee

Katerina Pattee

12 Mar 2024

Embark on a thrilling 14-day journey through Queenstown, Lake Tekapo, Christchurch, Wellington, Rotorua, and Auckland. Discover breathtaking landscapes, adrenaline-pumping activities, and mouthwatering cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the land of the Kiwis!

Day 1Conquering Peaks and Jetting Through Canyons
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$724

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$ 6

Coronet Peak
Resort featuring skiing & sledding for all ages, plus restaurants, a shop with equipment & more.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$188
16 - 20 min

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Shotover Jet Queenstown
Adventurous boat ride through the Shotover River Canyons, at 85km/hour, with spins & spraying water.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
$338
11 - 14 min

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Yakitori Daruma
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$56
1 - 2 min

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Thrillzone Queenstown
Adventure centre for indoor & outdoor activities including virtual reality gaming & escape rooms.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$75
1 - 2 min

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Noodle Canteen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$68
Day 2Unleashing Your Inner Adventurer and Savoring Local Delights
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$898

Queenstown Hill Walking Track
This popular hiking trail traverses hills & forest & offers panoramic views of a lake & mountains.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Ziptrek Ecotours
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$248
2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$60
3 - 4 min

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Shotover Canyon Swing
Adrenaline attraction featuring a freefalling swing ride & zip lines over sheer river canyon walls.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$498
8 - 11 min

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Kiwi Park Queenstown
Wildlife centre working with endangered species, with over 20 native bird & reptile species.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$25
3 - 4 min

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The Bavarian Queenstown
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$68
Day 3Exploring Tranquil Gardens and Soaring Above the City
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$216

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$ 3

Queenstown Gardens
Lush, lakefront peninsula with a waterfront trail & alpine vistas, plus an ice rink & skate ramps.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
6 - 8 min

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Skyline Queenstown
Attraction featuring a gondola to a panoramic restaurant/bar, hiking trails & a luge ride down.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$88
2 - 3 min

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The Bavarian Queenstown
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$68
47 - 70 min

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Tiki Trail- Top Station
Challenging hiking trail up a sometimes-steep incline with a gondola & scenic views from the top.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
26 - 39 min

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Lone Star Cafe & Bar - Queenstown
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$60

Budget breakdown: $2892 In total

Activities & Food:$2838
Transport:$54

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Trip to Christchurch

Day 1Conquering Peaks and Jetting Through Canyons
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$199

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$ 11

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
Native New Zealand wildlife such as kiwis, along with a restaurant & guided tours.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$50
17 - 21 min

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Riccarton House and Bush
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$25
12 - 15 min

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Cameron Japanese Family Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$56
5 - 8 min

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Air Force Museum of New Zealand
Exhibits on the country's military aviation history along with aircraft, tours & a flight simulator.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$68
Day 2Unleashing Your Inner Adventurer and Savoring Local Delights
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$310

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$ 11

Orana Wildlife Park
Open-range zoo with species such as giraffes, gorillas, lions, white rhinos & the native kiwi bird.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$63
29 - 35 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$60
1 - 2 min

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Quake City
Attraction recounting the 2010–2011 Canterbury earthquakes via personal stories & hands-on exhibits.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$30
12 - 17 min

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Christchurch Transitional Cathedral
Interim cathedral, constructed from cardboard to replace a church damaged in a 2011 earthquake.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Christchurch Gondola
Iconic mountain cablecar offering panoramic views & a cafe & gift shop at the summit.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
$88
5 - 6 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
$70

Budget breakdown: $2892 In total

Activities & Food:$2838
Transport:$54

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Day 1Conquering Peaks and Jetting Through Canyons
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$249

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$ 15

Long Bay Regional Park
Clifftop walking trails plus swimming & kite flying in a beach park with BBQ & picnic sites.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
24 - 29 min

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Victoria Park
Popular public green space featuring a walking/jogging path, skate park, playground & sports fields.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
8 - 10 min

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Burgerfuel Pt Chev
The ultimate experience in gourmet burgers, incorporating delicious, fresh natural ingredients in an atmosphere as charged as our food. Because we believe that life is too short to eat bad burgers, we cook' em and prepare' em while you wait, to bring you the best burger alternative in gourmet fas...
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$56
10 - 15 min

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Auckland Zoo
New Zealand's largest zoo, with 130+ species & nearly 900 animals in a range of exhibits.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
$63
26 - 32 min

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Szimpla Gastro Bar
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
$68
7 - 10 min

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Butterfly Creek
A mix of zoo exhibits, including a butterfly house, plus a dinosaur area, playground & train.
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
$63
Day 2Unleashing Your Inner Adventurer and Savoring Local Delights
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$243

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$ 10

Cornwall Park
This tranquil, grassy park with a cafe & creamery is popular with runners, bikers & picnickers.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Auckland War Memorial Museum
Museum & war memorial in a neoclassical building with a permanent collection & temporary exhibits.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$38
12 - 18 min

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Blue Elephant Thai Restaurant
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$60
9 - 14 min

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Auckland Domain
Established city park containing museums, memorials & the entire blast crater of Pukekawa volcano.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Federal Delicatessen
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
$70
4 - 6 min

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Sky Tower
Landmark 60-storey tower with panoramic views, bungee jumping & a high-end revolving restaurant.
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
$75

Budget breakdown: $2892 In total

Activities & Food:$2838
Transport:$54