New Zealand – 19 December Departure

12 Nights / 13 Days · Auckland · Queenstown · Christchurch · Rotorua · Bay of Islands

Fjords, geysers, glaciers and glow-worm caves – all of New Zealand with fresh home-style vegetarian meals every day.

A 12-night pure-vegetarian group tour covering both islands of New Zealand: Auckland, Queenstown, Christchurch, Rotorua and the Bay of Islands. Enjoy the Milford Sound cruise, a helicopter ride over Mt. Cook with an alpine landing, the Skyline Gondola and luge rides, a Maori cultural show and the Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise. Lunch and dinner are freshly prepared by the accompanying Rajasthani Maharaj, with Jain food available, and an in-house Shree Voyages tour manager travels with the group.

Highlights

  • Milford Sound Cruise
  • Helicopter Ride at Mt. Cook with alpine landing
  • Skyline Gondola & 3 Luge Rides in Queenstown
  • Kawarau Jet Boat Ride
  • Arrowtown & Wanaka Puzzling World
  • International Antarctic Centre – Penguin Encounter, Hagglund Ride & 4D Show
  • Punting on the Avon River, Christchurch
  • Agrodome Sheep Show
  • Te Puia – Pohutu Geyser & Maori Cultural Show
  • Huka Falls & Lake Taupo
  • Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
  • Sky Tower Observation Deck, Auckland
  • Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise, Bay of Islands
  • Auckland & Christchurch city tours

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive Auckland

    Arrive at Auckland International Airport, complete immigration formalities, meet our representative and transfer to the hotel for check-in and relaxation. Dinner and overnight in Auckland.

    Dinner by Maharaj
  2. Day 2

    Auckland – Queenstown by flight

    After breakfast, check out and transfer to Auckland Airport for the domestic flight to Queenstown. On arrival, check in to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Queenstown.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  3. Day 3

    Queenstown sightseeing & adventure

    Visit the historic settlement of Arrowtown, view the bungy-jumping site and Lake Wakatipu, then ride the Skyline Gondola to Bob's Peak for panoramic views of Queenstown. Enjoy three luge rides on the 1,600-metre track and a thrilling 30-minute Kawarau Jet Boat ride. Dinner and overnight in Queenstown.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  4. Day 4

    Queenstown – Milford Sound – Queenstown

    Full-day excursion to Milford Sound via Te Anau, Mirror Lakes, Homer Tunnel and the Chasm. Board the cruise to explore the breathtaking fjord, often called the Eighth Wonder of the World, with towering peaks and dramatic waterfalls. Return to Queenstown for dinner and overnight.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  5. Day 5

    Queenstown – Wanaka – Queenstown

    Scenic day trip to Wanaka to visit the famous Puzzling World with its unusual buildings, illusion rooms and the Great Maze. Return to Queenstown for dinner and overnight.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  6. Day 6

    Queenstown – Mt. Cook – Christchurch

    Check out and drive towards Christchurch. En route at Mt. Cook, take a 25-minute helicopter ride over the Ben Ohau Range with a seasonal snow/alpine landing and sweeping views of mountains and glaciers. Continue by road to Christchurch for overnight.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  7. Day 7

    Christchurch sightseeing

    Visit the International Antarctic Centre including the New Zealand Penguin Encounter, a Hagglund ride and the 4D show. Then tour Christchurch covering Canterbury University, Riccarton House and Bush, Mona Vale, Hagley Park, Botanical Gardens, Worcester Boulevard and the Victoria Clock Tower. End the day with a 30-minute punting experience on the Avon River. Overnight in Christchurch.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  8. Day 8

    Christchurch – Auckland – Rotorua

    Check out and transfer to Christchurch Airport for the domestic flight to Auckland. On arrival, proceed by road to Rotorua, check in at the hotel and relax. Overnight in Rotorua.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  9. Day 9

    Rotorua – Agrodome, city tour & Te Puia

    Visit the world-famous Agrodome for an interactive farm show with sheep shearing and farm dogs, followed by a Rotorua city tour. Continue to Te Puia for the Te Ra Guided Experience with Maori arts and crafts, the Kiwi Conservation Centre, Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley, mud pools and the Pohutu Geyser, then a traditional Maori cultural performance with songs, Poi and the Haka. Overnight in Rotorua.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  10. Day 10

    Rotorua – Taupo – Rotorua

    Excursion to Taupo covering Lake Taupo, the spectacular Huka Falls, a viewpoint of the bungy-jumping site and the Power Station viewpoint. Return to Rotorua for overnight.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  11. Day 11

    Rotorua – Waitomo – Auckland

    Check out and drive to Auckland, stopping at the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves to see the glowworm cave, ornate cave formations and the limestone shaft known as the Tomo. In Auckland, visit the iconic Sky Tower's Main Observation Deck with views up to 80 km in every direction. Check in and overnight in Auckland.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  12. Day 12

    Auckland city tour – Bay of Islands

    Auckland city sightseeing including Mount Eden, Harbour Bridge, Westhaven Marina, Mission Bay, Tamaki Drive, Parnell Rose Gardens, Auckland Domain and the city centre (subject to time). Drive to the Bay of Islands for the Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise past Cape Brett Lighthouse and Motukokako, weather permitting, keeping an eye out for dolphins. Overnight in the Bay of Islands.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  13. Day 13

    Tour ends

    After breakfast, bid farewell as the tour concludes. Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you on another memorable tour.

    Hotel Breakfast, Packed Lunch by Maharaj

Hotels & nights

CityNightsHotel
Auckland2Oaks Auckland Hotel or similar
Queenstown4Novotel Queenstown Lakeside or similar
Christchurch2VR Christchurch Parkview on Hagley or similar
Rotorua3Arawa Park Hotel or similar
Bay of Islands1Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands or similar

Tour cost

Per Adult (Twin sharing)INR 4,35,000 + INR 1,60,000
Child with Bed (6-10 Years)INR 3,54,500 + INR 1,60,000
Child No Bed (2-5 Years)INR 2,75,000 + INR 1,60,000
Single SharingINR 5,93,500 + INR 1,60,000

Land cost + international flight cost; mandatory 5% GST & 2% TCS extra. INR 1,00,000 non-refundable deposit at the time of booking; balance payment 40 days prior to departure.

Departures: December 19

What's included

Inclusions

  • 2 internal flights (Auckland–Queenstown, Christchurch–Auckland) with maximum 20 kg baggage allowance
  • Hotel accommodation with continental breakfast
  • Travel by comfortable A/C coach throughout the tour
  • Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner by Rajasthani Maharaj
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Medical insurance (up to age 69 years)
  • Services of in-house tour manager
  • All tips for local guide & driver

Exclusions

  • One-time family visa charge
  • Main international airfare (BOM–KUL, KUL–AKL)
  • 5% GST and 2% TCS
  • Child above 18 years will be charged additional visa charge separately
  • Porterage charges in the hotel
  • Airport trolley charges
  • Items of personal nature such as laundry, room upgrades, mini bar, pay channels, and food & drinks not part of the group menu
  • Any increase in ROE leading to increased surface transportation and land arrangement costs prior to departure
  • Any items not specifically mentioned under inclusions

Good to know

Visa: One-time family visa charge is not included. VFS charges in the tour cost apply only to passports issued in Maharashtra; additional VFS fees apply for passports issued elsewhere. Visa rejections are refunded after deducting applicable penalties, service and visa charges. Passport must be valid for at least six months from the return date; original passport and documents to be submitted 60 days prior to departure.

  • Passengers must carry a 5 kg kitchen bag provided at the airport and hand it to the tour manager on arrival
  • Itinerary may change as per ground conditions; activities such as helicopter and gondola rides are weather dependent and non-refundable
  • Lunch and dinner are prepared by our Rajasthani Maharaj; hotels serve continental breakfast
  • Jain food is available, but no arrangements for Chowihar, Tithi meals, boiled water or alternate menu substitutions
  • Maharaj services are provided only with a minimum of 25 passengers travelling together
  • High-season surcharge may apply; prices subject to change due to currency fluctuations or supplier rate revisions

Cancellation

  • 30 days prior to departure – 50% of the tour cost
  • 15 days prior to departure – 100% of the tour cost
  • INR 1,00,000 deposit is non-refundable; TCS is non-refundable in the event of cancellation
  • Refunds issued via post-dated cheques (60 days from departure) after deducting cancellation charges

Full terms and conditions are in the brochure. Prices are per person, subject to change, and exclude 5% GST and TCS as applicable.