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Luxury Guided New Zealand Solo Travel Tour

Traveling Solo? No Problem – Discover New Zealand’s Beauty on an Escorted Solo Journey. Adventure and Scenic Wonders Await!
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Booking Code: AA-31118-UGPSO11

This Luxury Guided New Zealand Solo Travel Tour is perfect for single travelers looking to explore the stunning landscapes of New Zealand in a guided group experience. Enjoy top-tier accommodations and gourmet meals, with the convenience and safety of a guided tour. From the breathtaking Southern Alps to the serene waters of Lake Tekapo, every detail is taken care of, so you can focus on enjoying the experience.

With highlights such as the iconic TranzAlpine train journey, a visit to historic Larnach Castle, and a scenic cruise on Milford Sound, this itinerary offers a rich blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation.

Luxury Guided New Zealand Solo Travel Tour

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Day 1: International Flight to Christchurch
Days 2 – 12: Luxury Guided New Zealand Solo Travel Tour
Day 12: International Flight from Christchurch

Luxury Guided New Zealand Solo Travel Tour Map
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Luxury Guided New Zealand Solo Travel Tour

What’s included in your
Luxury Guided New Zealand Solo Travel Tour

Accommodation

Christchurch (2 Night), Franz Josef (1), Queenstown (2), Te Anau (2), Dunedin (1), Mt Cook (1), Christchurch (1)

Flights

International – Los Angeles to Christchurch, Christchurch to Los Angeles

Transfers

Shuttle – Christchurch Airport to Accommodation (Return)

Day Tours

Christchurch – TranzAlpine Rail Journey, Christchurch City Sights Tour, International Antarctic Centre
Arrowtown – Lakes District Museum
Queenstown – Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw
Milford Sound – Milford Sound Cruise and Lunch
Dunedin – Larnach Castle and Devonshire High Tea, Dunedin City Sights Tour

Meals

10 cooked breakfasts; 8 sumptuous dinners including complimentary pre-dinner drink at the Welcome Dinner and 2 specialty dinners; 1 lunch; 1 Ultimate High Tea; Hotel Wine Time (discounted drinks)

All Taxes and
Fuel Levies

(Except where noted)

Fully Guide
Tour

With fixed departure dates and itinerary

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your itinerary details

DAY 1

International Flight, Los Angeles to Christchurch

The estimated cost for this package includes the average international airfare from Los Angeles. Request a quote for your preferred routing and travel dates. Your flight will cross the international date line overnight, putting you 1 day ahead in New Zealand. So according to a calendar it will take you 2 days to get to New Zealand, but really, it’s just an overnight flight!

DAY 2

Arrive Christchurch

Christchurch

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On arrival into Christchurch you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Meet your traveling companions over a complimentary pre-dinner drink.

Hotel: Sudima Christchurch City (2 Nights)
Meals: Dinner

Christchurch

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Christchurch Train Street

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DAY 3

Christchurch

Christchurch Train Street

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This morning visit the International Antarctic Centre, designed to provide an informative account of life in Antarctica. Feel the chill of the Antarctic storm room, take a ride on the Hagglund all-terrain vehicle, see the little blue penguins and be astonished within the immersive 4D theatre. This is followed by a city tour of Christchurch. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure to explore further.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4

Christchurch – Arthur’s Pass – Franz Josef

Franz Josef

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This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel over massive viaducts, river valleys and spectacular gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass located in the centre of the Southern Alps. Board your Ultimate Coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone before continuing to the township of Franz Josef where time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers.

Hotel: Te Waonui Forest Retreat
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Franz Josef

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Queenstown City View

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DAY 5

Franz Josef – Queenstown

Queenstown City View

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See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south along the West Coast. Continue via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty before arriving into picturesque Queenstown, a year-round resort situated on the shores of magical Lake Wakatipu. This evening is at leisure, you may choose to dine out at one of the many fine restaurants.

Hotel: Heritage Queenstown (2 Nights)
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6

Queenstown

Queenstown City Mountain

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Today is a free day for optional sightseeing. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Enjoy a gourmet barbecue dinner at the Colonel’s Homestead followed by a short farm tour and a sing along by the piano as your cruise back to Queenstown.

Meals: Breakfast & Specialty Dinner

Queenstown City Mountain

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Milford Sound

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DAY 7

Dunedin – Te Anau

Milford Sound

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Enjoy a leisurely start this morning before travelling to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village where you visit the Lakes District Museum. This innovative museum is heavily involved in the protection of the historic buildings scattered around town. Continue to Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland. Today you may like to visit the Te Anau Glowworm Caves (optional).

Hotel: Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas (2 Nights)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 8

Te Anau – Milford Sound – Te Anau

Milford Sound

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Depart Te Anau for a fascinating drive to Milford Sound where you board your launch for a cruise on this magnificent fiord. See the spectacular Bowen Falls and towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic lunch onboard. This afternoon return to Te Anau where some free time is available. You might like to cap off your Fiordland experience by watching the breathtaking film, Ata Whenua – Shadowland, which screens at the Fiordland Cinema (optional).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Milford Sound

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Dunedin Clocktower

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DAY 9

Te Anau – Dunedin

Dunedin Clocktower

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Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin known as the ‘Edinburgh of the South’. Enjoy a city tour followed by some free time to explore at leisure. Optional activities include a tour of the Speight’s Brewery, which produces New Zealand’s most popular beer, see wildlife in their natural habitat or take a tour of Olveston Historic Home, containing many treasures of a bygone era.

Hotel: Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 10

Dunedin – Mt Cook

Dunedin Scenery

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Travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle, hear the tragic and scandalous stories on a guided tour. There is time to wander around this Garden of International Significance followed by an Ultimate High Tea served in the Grand Ballroom. Farewell Dunedin and travel to Oamaru famous for its limestone. Follow the Waitaki River and see Lake Benmore as you travel to Mt Cook.

Hotel: The Hermitage Hotel (Aoraki Wing)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Dunedin Scenery

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Mt Cook Scenery

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DAY 11

Mt Cook – Christchurch

Mt Cook Scenery

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This morning marvel at Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. Today the opportunity is available to enjoy a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the Southern Alps. Continue to Lake Tekapo to view the brilliant turquoise water, the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue before arriving into Christchurch. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner including selected beverages with your new found friends.

Hotel: Sudima Christchurch City
Meals: Breakfast & Specialty Dinner

DAY 12

Depart Christchurch

Christchurch Rememberance

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Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.

Meals: Breakfast

Christchurch Rememberance

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