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On-board your international outbound flight to Auckland.

This morning, you鈥檒l learn about the history and culture of the All Blacks team and the rest of the day is free for you to explore as a family. We recommend having lunch in the city before visiting the Auckland War Memorial Museum or pick up some picnic supplies and head to a local park. Alternatively, you could take the ferry across to Waiheke Island and explore the beach and wineries here.

Take a taxi to collect your hire car from the central depot this morning and head out of the busy city. You鈥檒l drive toward the lush green fields of the Waikato region, where you鈥檙e likely to see more sheep than people. Stopping among the rolling hills of Matamata, you'll explore the filming site of Lord of the Rings, Hobbiton. You鈥檒l be transported into a fantasy world as you peek into the small doors and walk through the lush pastures of the Shire 鈥� a fun way to break up the journey with the family. From here, continue onto Rotorua, and you鈥檒l see the old volcanic fields rise on the horizon. This is the most active geothermal field in New Zealand and provides a smelly but colourful adventure into the Pacific Rim of Fire. After checking in to your accommodation, you can select one of the nearby restaurants for dinner.

Today, you鈥檒l learn about New Zealand鈥檚 flightless bird, the kiwi, and its conservation story before having time to explore Rotorua further. We recommend visiting the Waimangu Volcanic Valley, the youngest geothermal valley, and walking through the native vegetation and sites such as Frying Pan Lake.

Venture into a forest this morning and zip-line through the trees with your guide, learning about the wildlife that inhabits the forest and conservation efforts that are preserving and enhancing the natural environment. Then this evening, immerse yourself in M膩ori culture as you witness a traditional performance, listen to music, and taste a three-course hangi dinner.

Drive to the airport and drop off the car before taking a flight to the capital city of New Zealand, Wellington. On arrival in Wellington, you鈥檒l be driven to your accommodation in a private vehicle. The rest of the day is free to peek into the eccentric art galleries, smell the hydrangea gardens, or absorb M膩ori culture and history at the National Museum of Te Papa.

Visit the home of the production studios of Weta Workshop, where you鈥檒l experience a unique 'behind the scenes' look at the inner workings of Weta Studios. As night descends on the city, head to the Zealandia eco-sanctuary for a chance to spot the elusive but adorable kiwi.

Early this morning you will be collected from your city accommodation and driven to the Wellington ferry terminal in time to take the ferry to Picton. You鈥檒l travel across the Cook Strait and through the Marlborough Sounds, where you can see dusky dolphins playing off the bow of the ferry. After collecting your hire car you鈥檒l drive to Kaiteriteri, a gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park.

Today, you鈥檒l cruise up the coastline, passing golden beaches and secluded bays, to Onetahuti (Tonga Bay), where you鈥檒l have the opportunity to view the largest seal colony in this national park, along with seabirds and occasionally penguins. After this, you will walk through native bush and kayak on the water before cruising back to Kaiteriteri.

Spend the day enjoying Abel Tasman鈥檚 famed walking treks and appreciating the surrounding scenery, or join a small group guided tour if you鈥檇 prefer. Arrive back to Kaiteriteri in the early afternoon so you have time to freshen up before dinner on your last evening here.

You鈥檒l drive to the airport today in time to take your flight to Queenstown, the self-proclaimed 鈥榓dventure capital of the world鈥�. On arrival you鈥檒l be collected and driven to your accommodation in a private vehicle, with the rest of the day free to relax or explore the vibrant heart of the city.

Today, you鈥檒l meet your group and be driven to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Milford Sound by your guide, who will share knowledge along the way. You鈥檒l board a boat and begin the cruise down the Milford Sound, viewing cascading waterfalls, the breathtaking fjord, and the temperate rainforest surrounding you. If you are lucky, you'll get to see seals, dolphins or Fiordland crested penguins. After the cruise, and if weather conditions permit, you鈥檒l soar over the mountains in a light aircraft, allowing you to witness a variety of glaciers and peaks from a different angle. Land back in Queenstown and rest this evening.

This morning you鈥檒l be driven to Glenorchy in time to board the Dart River jet boat for a white-knuckle ride up the narrow, meandering waterway into real wilderness country 鈥� an adventure for all the family. You鈥檒l disembark from the boat and experience a short walk through the forest and learn about M膩ori heritage before returning to Glenorchy, and back to Queenstown. You might like to experience the gondola and luge rides on your return or relax at your accommodation.

On your final full day in New Zealand, you can choose from a plethora of activities like mountain hikes, Victorian-era steamboats, and cycling routes, or you can relax and explore the food scene of Queenstown.

You鈥檒l be collected from your accommodation today and driven to the airport in time for your onward flight.

Arrive home today to complete your journey.