8-Nights Twin City Experience

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Your journey begins with an easy and comfortable journey to and from Air New Zealand from Los Angeles to Auckland, where you will be treated to famous Kiwi hospitality from the moment you step on board when flying over the Pacific Ocean looking forward to such wonders waiting in a land of high white clouds.

Upon arrival in Auckland, you will be dropped off in style at Fable Auckland, located in the heart of the city center. Surrounded by the shopping and entertainment streets of the waterfront. Fable Auckland blends a protected historic building with chic, contemporary interior design.

Your Auckland adventure begins with a half-day Auckland Discovery Tour, where you’ll discover the city’s rich history, cultural landmarks, and breathtaking waterfront views from the iconic Sky Tower to the One Tree Hill and Mount Eden Summit. This tour provides a comprehensive introduction to Auckland's varied offerings.

No visit to Auckland is complete without a visit to Weta Workshop Unleashed, where you step into the incredible world of filmmaking and special effects. Immerse yourself in the art behind your favorite films like The Lord of the Rings and the Hobbiton Trilogies, while becoming familiar with the story behind the source material.

Venture into the incredible depths of the Waitomo Glowworm Cave, where thousands of glowing glowworms create a breathtaking spectacle. Take a boat slide into the underground caves to see nature’s own light show illuminating the darkness.

After four nights of exploring the city and soaking up the culture of Auckland, it is time to head south to the bustling capital of Queenstown. Enjoy a convenient private transfer from Queenstown Airport to the Hotel St Moritz Queenstown, M Gallery for a 4-night stay.

Idyllically situated in the heart of Queenstown with wonderful views overlooking Lake Wakatipu to The Remarkables mountain range, Hotel St Moritz embodies the spirit of its location. Blending natural and understated luxury with warmth, and genuine hospitality, Hotel St Moritz offers a choice of rooms and suites, each handsomely appointed to cleverly blend timeless classics with modern essentials.

Take a half-day tour of the Best of Queenstown and visit scenic Arrowtown where you can explore this quiet town at leisure before traveling to Gibbston. The region is also home to some Middle-earth magic and is famous for its world class wines. Enjoy wine tasting (non-alcoholic substitutes available) and a shared cheeseboard at a local winery with jaw-dropping views. The tour is complete with a 30-minut boat cruise on Lake Wakatipu.

The highlight of your Queenstown experience awaits on a day trip to Milford Sound. Traveling by road through the breathtaking scenery of Fiordland National Park, while a nature cruise through the heart of Milford Sound offers views of towering waterfalls and pristine fjords.

Vacation Inclusions

• Round-trip private sedan transfers Auckland Airport/Hotel
• 4-nights Auckland at Fable Auckland, Classic King Room
• Half-day Auckland Discovery Tour includes hotel transfers
• Weta Workshop Unleashed includes admission
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves includes hotel transfers and guided tour of Waitomo Caves
• Round-trip private transfers Queenstown Airport/Hotel
• 4-nights Queenstown at Hotel St. Moritz Queenstown, MGallery, King Garden Room
• Half-day Best of Queenstown includes wine and cheese tasting and a 30-minute boat ride
• Milford Sound Coach/Nature Cruise/Coach includes Nature Cruise
• US/foreign taxes and fees including September 11 Security Fee

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Auckland Auckland Auckland is regularly voted one of the best lifestyle cities in the world, with the cosmopolitan city centre complemented by great escapes within half an hour of downtown. Indulge in Auckland's shopping, nightlife and unrivalled cuisine and experience some of the many attractions and adventure activities on offer. There is never a shortage of things to do in the City of Sails. Sights to see include Auckland Art Gallery, Auckland Zoo, and Museum of Transport and Technology.

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Queenstown Queenstown Queenstown hosts an outstanding collection of adrenaline inducing activities and spectacular scenery. From jumping from tall bridges or quiet fishing, this is New Zealand's number one adventure destination. Lake and river join towering mountain ranges to make Queenstown as popular in the winter as it is in the summer. At the heart of the action are cafes, the entire spectrum of accommodation, boutique shopping, restaurants and the visitor services expected in a small town with a big reputation.

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