Arrival in Auckland
Arrive at Auckland International Airport. Transfer to your hotel and check in. Evening free to explore Viaduct Harbour and enjoy local dining. Overnight stay in Auckland.
New Zealand Short Escape – 5N/6D
6 days · Ask us to tailor your journey
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Your journey at a glance
This short New Zealand holiday is ideal for first-time travelers or those with limited time, covering the highlights of Auckland, Rotorua, and Queenstown. From the magical Waitomo Glowworm Caves to geothermal wonders, Maori culture, and the breathtaking Milford Sound, this itinerary offers a condensed but unforgettable Kiwi experience.
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Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo
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Rotorua Geothermal & Maori Experience
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Rotorua to Queenstown (Flight)
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Milford Sound Cruise
Day by day
Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo
After breakfast, travel by coach/car to Rotorua with a stop at Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Enjoy a boat ride under the magical glowworms. Continue to Rotorua. Evening free to relax. Overnight stay in Rotorua.
Rotorua Geothermal & Maori Experience
Full-day sightseeing including Te Puia Thermal Reserve (geysers & mud pools), Rainbow Springs Nature Park, and the Agrodome Sheep Show. Evening Maori Cultural Performance with traditional hangi dinner. Overnight stay in Rotorua.
Rotorua to Queenstown (Flight)
Morning flight to Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand. Check in to your lakeside hotel. Evening free to stroll along Lake Wakatipu or enjoy optional Skyline Gondola ride with dinner. Overnight stay in Queenstown.
Milford Sound Cruise
Full-day excursion to Milford Sound via Te Anau. Scenic fjord cruise with waterfalls, cliffs, and dolphins. Picnic lunch included onboard. Evening return to Queenstown. Overnight stay in Queenstown.
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Queenstown Airport for your onward flight. End of your New Zealand short escape.
What’s included
Return International Flights (Ex-India) 5 Nights Accommodation with Daily Breakfast Private Airport Transfers Waitomo Glowworm Caves Excursion Rotorua Geothermal & Maori Cultural Experiences Agrodome Sheep Show & Rainbow Springs Park Full-Day Milford Sound Cruise with Lunch Domestic Flight (Rotorua – Queenstown) Visa Assistance for New Zealand
What’s extra
Travel Insurance Lunches & Dinners unless specified Optional activities: Skyline Gondola & Dinner, Jet Boating, Helicopter Rides Personal expenses: tips, laundry, minibar, phone calls Seasonal surcharges during Christmas, New Year, or events
Package details & terms
Accommodation Auckland: Rydges Auckland 4* – Superior Room – Breakfast – 1 Night Rotorua: Millennium Hotel Rotorua 4* – Superior Room – Breakfast – 2 Nights Queenstown: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront 4* – Superior Room – Breakfast – 2 Nights Itinerary Published starting price: INR 215,000 per person. Availability, travel dates and final inclusions must be confirmed. Source validity: 2026-10-31.