Maori meeting house , Rotorua Auckland
DAY 12 • Larnach Castle • Dunedin Delve into the European history of New Zealand at Larnach Castle , known as “ New Zealand ’ s only castle ,” built in the 19th century during the Gold Rush . Following a walking tour , the afternoon is yours to make your own discoveries in Dunedin .
Meals : B | Distinction Dunedin Hotel or similar
ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHT
DAY 13 • Dunedin • Milford Sound Overnight Cruise
Explore Milford Sound in the heart of Fiordland National Park . Explore the wonders of this region on an overnight cruise . Accompanied by an expert naturalist guide , we ’ ll marvel at towering cliffs , Mitre Peak , waterfalls , beech forests , and unique flora and fauna .
Meals : B , L , D | Milford Mariner or similar
DAY 14 • Milford Sound • Disembark ship • Queenstown
Disembark the ship and journey to the “ adventure capital of the world ,” Queenstown . Along the way , stop at the Te Anau Bird Sanctuary .
Meals : B , D | Heritage Queenstown or similar
DAY 15 • Queenstown • Optional Jet-Boat Ride Your morning is free to make your own discoveries in Queenstown . Or , you may choose to join a half-day optional tour for a thrilling jet-boat ride on the remote Dart River , taking high-speed twists and turns as you explore the waterways .
Meals : B | Heritage Queenstown or similar
DAY 16 • Queenstown • Discover Arrowtown Explore the historic and colorful history of the Australian gold rush in Arrowtown . This afternoon is yours to explore Queenstown as you wish .
Meals : B , D | Heritage Queenstown or similar
DAY 17 • Return to U . S . Transfer to the airport for your return flight home or to begin your New Zealand ’ s Bay of Islands post-trip extension .
Meals : B
On Day 10 , visit a working farm in the Rubicon Valley , nestled in the Southern Alps and home to more than 3,000 sheep .
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