16 days in New Zealand Itinerary

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Fly to Hokitika, Bus to Fox Glacier
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Fox Glacier
— 2 nights
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Te Anau
— 4 nights
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Queenstown
— 4 nights
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Rotorua
— 4 nights
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Fox Glacier — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): tour the pleasant surroundings at Gillespies Beach and then stroll through Fox Glacier Hiking Trails. On the next day, take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, then explore the striking landscape at Franz Josef Glacier, and then identify plant and animal life at West Coast Wildlife Centre.

To see where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Fox Glacier trip maker app.

Singapore, Singapore to Fox Glacier is an approximately 19.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also do a combination of flight and car; or do a combination of flight, bus, and car. Traveling from Singapore to Fox Glacier, you'll lose 4 hours due to the time zone difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to catch the bus to Te Anau.
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Te Anau — 4 nights

Step out of the city life by going to Milford Sound and Mitre Peak. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the waterfront views at Doubtful Sound, take in the pleasant sights at Punanga Manu o Te Anau, and take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Te Anau visit planner.

Take a bus from Fox Glacier to Te Anau in 10 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to catch the bus to Queenstown.
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Parks · Nature · Wildlife · Tours
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Queenstown — 4 nights

Shallow Bay

Get in touch with nature at The Remarkables Ski Area and Coronet Peak Ski Resort. There's lots more to do: have some family-friendly fun at Skyline Queenstown, learn about winemaking at Chard Farm Winery, take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, and view the masterpieces at Queenstown Arts Centre.

To see other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Queenstown trip itinerary planner.

You can take a bus from Te Anau to Queenstown in 4 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Rotorua.
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Rotorua — 4 nights

Sulphur City

Get in touch with nature at Huka Falls Walkway and Zipline. When in Rotorua, make a side trip to see Kinloch Beach in Taupo, approximately Taupo away. And it doesn't end there: take in the natural beauty of Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, test the waters at a local thermal spa, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, and identify plant and animal life at Rainbow Springs Nature Park.

To see maps, photos, ratings, and tourist information, use the Rotorua trip itinerary builder site.

Fly from Queenstown to Rotorua in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in July, and nighttime lows around 7°C. You'll have a few hours on the 1st (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling home.
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New Zealand travel guide

4.5
Land of the Long White Cloud
Far-flung New Zealand has become known for its astounding topography, singular biodiversity, varied climate, and for marrying native Maori and post-colonial European cultures on its two main islands and the multitude of smaller landmasses dotted around them. Free-spirited New Zealanders cultivate a love of sports, sustainability, and the outdoors. Far from other landmasses, the islands existed for millions of years before being inhabited by humans, so an abundance of species have come to thrive in the thick, wild rainforest, vast and rugged backland, and extensive surrounding marine areas. While much of New Zealand tourism centers around adventures through this spectacular scenery, take time to explore the nation's rich cultural heritage as well. The traditions and history of the Maoris, and the industry and internationalism of the descendents of the first European settlers endure in fascinating attractions, ranging from museums, to farms, to places of worship.
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