Arrive in Wellington and transfer to your hotel. Visit New Zealand’s national museum, Te Papa Tongarewa, then visit the Weta Workshop and gain a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the design studio behind The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Avatar. This evening, savour a Welcome Dinner.

Stay: QT Museum Wellington

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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

This morning, cruise across Cook Strait aboard the Interislander ferry. You’ll traverse the stunning waters of Marlborough and Queen Charlotte sounds, enjoying breathtaking views.

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

In the Marlborough wine region, savour a delicious degustation dinner paired with exceptional local wines.

Cruise to the South Island. Disembark and travel to Blenheim and arrive at your stunning hotel set within spectacular vineyards in the Marlborough Wine Region.

Stay: Two Nights, Blenheim, Marlborough Vintners Hotel

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FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ - Sightseeing

Perhaps immerse yourself in this world-renowned wine region with a winery tour, or visit the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre.

Choose your included sightseeing.

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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Embark on an unbelievable whale-watching cruise, and perhaps experience an up-close encounter with a Giant Sperm Whale. You may also have the chance to see New Zealand Fur Seals, pods of Dusky Dolphins and the endangered Wandering Albatross.

Travel to the coastal town of Kaikoura today, which presents a perfect opportunity for marine spotting

Stay: Kaikoura, The White Morph Heritage Collection

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Travel towards Christchurch, proudly holding the colloquial title of the Garden City. Christchurch is well known for its English heritage and botanic attractions.

Stay: Two Nights, Christchurch, Rydges Latimer Hotel

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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Travel to Akaroa, where you will board a cruise to get up close to friendly dolphins.

Embark on a city sights tour of Christchurch, where you will see the Canterbury Museum, Cathedral Square and Riccarton House and Bush. Afterwards, enjoy your Signature Experience.

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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Board the TranzAlpine train for one of the world’s greatest rail adventures. Journey through the striking patchwork farmlands of the Canterbury Plains before travelling across the magnificent Southern Alps within Arthur’s Pass National Park.

Ride the TranzAlpine train today. Disembark at Arthur’s Pass and travel by coach to Hokitika, a town teeming with fascinating historic tales of ship wrecks, goldmines and pounamu hunters. Here, you’ll enjoy the opportunity to see pounamu jade being skilfully carved into pieces of jewellery. Afterwards, continue along the west coast to Franz Josef, where you’ll take in the dramatic terrain and icy surrounds of the region. From the alpine snowfields, to verdant rainforests, blue ice caves, beautiful lakes and glacial rivers, the natural surrounds of the area are guaranteed to captivate. Arrive later at your luxurious eco-resort in time for dinner.

Stay: Two Nights, Franz Josef, Te Waonui Forest Retreat

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FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ - Sightseeing

Perhaps embark on a hike along an ancient path where a glacier once stood; as you encounter lush rainforest and pristine waterfalls. You also have the option to upgrade to a heli-hike, whoch includes a scenic helicopter flight over Franz Josef Glacier - additional cost and subject to weather, availability and minimum numbers. Alternatively, immerse yourself in the Glacier Hot Pools for an incredible hot springs experience, plus visit the West Coast Wildlife Centre to get up close to New Zealand’s unique wildlife.

Select your included sightseeing activity.

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