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             3-17 day Fully Curated Experiences

             8-21 day Flexible Guided Holidays
3-17 day Fully Curated Experiences 8-21 day Flexible Guided Holidays - First Light Travel
The Long
    White Cloud
    Be awed as you traverse New Zealand’s
    North and South Islands, from the
    hot pools of Franz Josef, an exclusive
    TreadRight experience in Rotorua, to
    the brave depths of Queenstown, the
    adventure capital. Explore extraordinary
    landscapes and ancient heritage, as you
    encounter exhilarating New Zealand as
    few have seen it before.
                                                                                                                                  Waimangu Volcanic Valley
                                                                      Connect with the beating heart of the world’s youngest geothermal valley, Waimangu.
                                                                      Set in the pristine New Zealand bush, the valley is an astonishing landscape filled with
                                                                                                                                 natural wonders and wildlife.

    19 DAYS      • Christchurch • Queenstown                                Day 3: Franz Josef Glacier (Relaxed Start)
    • Franz Josef Glacier • Milford Sound                                   This morning, explore Franz Josef, where a local guide explains the history
    • Dunedin • Wellington • Hawke’s Bay                                    behind the imposing Franz Josef Glacier.
    • Rotorua • Auckland                                                        Breakfast

                                                                            Day 4: Franz Josef – Arrowtown – Queenstown

         Immerse                                                            Discover the Haast River this morning as you journey its length in a fully
                                                                            enclosed river jet boat. Stop at Makarora, then explore the heritage gold-
    Embrace the traditional Māori greeting at                               settlement of Arrowtown, before an orientation of breathtaking Queenstown.
    Tamaki Māori Village, and immerse yourself                                  Hotel St. Moritz, 3 nights
    in the sights and sounds of Waimangu.                                       Breakfast, dinner with wine

         Indulge                                                            Day 5 & 6: Queenstown at Leisure

    Enjoy an unforgettable dining experience at                             Enjoy two full days to discover Queenstown. Perhaps consider a wine
    Craggy Range Winery in Hawke's Bay, a region                            tour, or even an adrenaline-filled activity. On your second night, your Local
                                                                            Dining Experience is in one of Queenstown’s exclusive restaurants.
    blessed with fertile soils.
                                                                                Breakfast, Local Dining Experience

         Explore                                                            Day 7: Queenstown – Te Anau – Milford Sound
    Join a nature guide on the breathtaking
                                                                            Travel south along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau and then through
    Milford Track, and discover the luminous                                the rainforest of World Heritage Fiordland National Park. Tonight, stay at
    shimmer of the Footwhistle Cave.                                        Milford Sound Lodge, with views of the magical Cleddau Valley.
                                                                                Milford Sound Lodge, 2 nights
         Relax                                                                  Breakfast, dinner with wine

    Wake up to the wonder of fiordland at Milford                           Day 8: Milford Track Walk & Milford Sound Cruise
    Sound Lodge, and take a deep breath and
    unwind at Te Waonui Forest Retreat.                                     Get a taste of the world-famous Milford Track with a half-day walk.
                                                                            Walking in a small group, your nature guide will point out the native fauna
                                                                            and flora and share the fascinating human heritage of the track. This
                                                                            afternoon, enjoy Milford Sound’s awe-inspiring scenery from the comfort
Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch
                                                                            of a small boat. Cruise the length of the Fiord, view iconic Mitre Peak and
On arrival in Christchurch, board a private transfer to your hotel.         get up close to Stirling Falls. With limited numbers, you’ll be rewarded
Tonight, meet your Journey Director for a Welcome Reception.                with an intimate experience and unobstructed photo opportunities from
                                                                            the outdoor viewing decks. Keep an eye out for seals and maybe a pod of
   Hotel Montreal
                                                                            dolphins. The perfect way to round off your day.
Day 2: Christchurch – TranzAlpine – Franz Josef                                 Breakfast, dinner with wine

Travel through the Southern Alps aboard TranzAlpine train.                  Day 9: Milford Sound – Gore – Dunedin
From Arthur’s Pass, visit the small town of Hokitika, and meet a
local greenstone (jade) carver. Continue to Franz Josef, where              Depart majestic Fiordland National Park for the fertile sheep-dotted
you’ll spend two nights in an eco-friendly retreat nestled in the           pastures of South Otago. Travel through the country music town of Gore,
wilderness.                                                                 before arriving in Dunedin, the country’s southern-most city.
   Te Waonui Forest Retreat, 2 nights                                           Distinction Dunedin Hotel, 2 nights
   Breakfast, dinner with wine                                                  Breakfast, dinner with wine

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brewery,  Emerson’s, before joining your hosts for an exclusive
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