60 days in Perth, New Zealand & Dubai Itinerary
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Start: London, United Kingdom
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Perth, Australia
— 8 nights
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Auckland, New Zealand
— 3 nights
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Whitianga, New Zealand
— 4 nights
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Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
— 3 nights
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Auckland, New Zealand
— 6 nights
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Rotorua, New Zealand
— 6 nights
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Auckland, New Zealand
— 1 night
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Dunedin, New Zealand
— 3 nights
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Clyde, New Zealand
— 1 night
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Te Anau, New Zealand
— 2 nights
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Drive to Queenstown International Airport, Fly to Auckland International Airport, Drive to Milford
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Milford, New Zealand
— 4 nights
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Drive to Auckland International Airport, Fly to Queenstown International Airport, Drive to Wanaka
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Wanaka, New Zealand
— 3 nights
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Franz Josef, New Zealand
— 3 nights
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Punakaiki, New Zealand
— 4 nights
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Christchurch, New Zealand
— 2 nights
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Auckland, New Zealand
— 2 nights
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
— 3 nights
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End: London, United Kingdom
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Perth, Australia — 8 nights
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City of Light
Escape the urban bustle at Dolphin & Whale Watching and Cottesloe Beach. Family-friendly places like Kings Park and Botanic Garden and The Perth Mint will thrill your kids. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Perth: Mandurah (Halls Head Beach & Mandurah War Memorial) and Fremantle (The Fremantle Round House & Fremantle Markets). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Fremantle Prison, enjoy the sand and surf at Scarborough Beach, contemplate the waterfront views at Swan River, and see the interesting displays at Royal Perth Hospital Museum.
For maps, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Perth trip itinerary planner.
London, UK to Perth is an approximately 20-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 8 hours traveling from London to Perth. Traveling from London in December, expect nights in Perth to be a bit warmer, around 17°C, while days are much warmer, around 35°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to fly to Auckland.
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London, UK to Perth is an approximately 20-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 8 hours traveling from London to Perth. Traveling from London in December, expect nights in Perth to be a bit warmer, around 17°C, while days are much warmer, around 35°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to fly to Auckland.
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Auckland, New Zealand — 3 nights
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City of Sails
Start off your visit on the 11th (Mon): explore the world behind art at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, examine the collection at New Zealand Maritime Museum, and then get impressive views of Rangitoto Island. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at MOTAT - Museum of Transport and Technology and then get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.
For traveler tips, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read Auckland online trip itinerary maker.
Getting from Perth to Auckland by flight takes about 9.5 hours. The time zone changes from Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) to New Zealand Standard Time (NZST), which is usually a 4 hour difference. While traveling from Perth, expect colder days and about the same nights in Auckland, ranging from highs of 20°C to lows of 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Whitianga.
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Getting from Perth to Auckland by flight takes about 9.5 hours. The time zone changes from Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) to New Zealand Standard Time (NZST), which is usually a 4 hour difference. While traveling from Perth, expect colder days and about the same nights in Auckland, ranging from highs of 20°C to lows of 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Whitianga.
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Whitianga, New Zealand — 4 nights
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Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Hot Water Beach and Matarangi Beach. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Topadahil Art Studios and Mercury Bay Cemetery. Get out of town with these interesting Whitianga side-trips: The Little Gallery Whangamata (in Whangamata) and Hahei (Cathedral Cove Walk & Hahei Beach Walk).
To find maps, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Whitianga online travel route planner.
Traveling by car from Auckland to Whitianga takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Auckland in December: highs in Whitianga hover around 24°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can drive to Waitomo Caves.
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To find maps, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Whitianga online travel route planner.
Traveling by car from Auckland to Whitianga takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Auckland in December: highs in Whitianga hover around 24°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can drive to Waitomo Caves.
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Waitomo Caves, New Zealand — 3 nights
Relax by the water at Kawhia Hot Water Beach and Ngarunui Beach. Visiting Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Te Toto Gorge Lookout will get you outdoors. Next up on the itinerary: get a dose of the wild on Spellbound, relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour, Head underground at Caveworld, and pause for some photo ops at Statue of shearer.
To see reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Waitomo Caves itinerary planner.
You can drive from Whitianga to Waitomo Caves in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car, train, and taxi; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Auckland.
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To see reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Waitomo Caves itinerary planner.
You can drive from Whitianga to Waitomo Caves in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car, train, and taxi; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Auckland.
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Auckland, New Zealand — 6 nights
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City of Sails
You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Piha Beach and Takapuna Beach. Kids will enjoy Sky Tower and Muriwai Gannet Colony. See even more of Auckland: take an in-depth tour of Auckland Museum, go for a stroll along the water at Viaduct Harbour, identify plant and animal life at Tiritiri Matangi Visitor Centre, and meet the residents at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium.
For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Auckland day trip planner.
Traveling by car from Waitomo Caves to Auckland takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Rotorua.
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For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Auckland day trip planner.
Traveling by car from Waitomo Caves to Auckland takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Rotorua.
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Rotorua, New Zealand — 6 nights
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Sulphur City
Attractions like Zipline and Rainbow Springs Nature Park make great kid-friendly stops. Get some cultural insight at Te Puia and Rotorua Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Tauranga (the Zeus Gallery & Minden Lookout) and Mount Maunganui (Mt Maunganui Main Beach & Mount Maunganui Summit Track). Next up on the itinerary: let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, steep yourself in history at Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village, take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, and explore the striking landscape of Waiotapu Boardwalk/ Mud Pool.
For maps, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Rotorua tour itinerary builder website.
Traveling by flight from Auckland to Rotorua takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Auckland in December, expect nights in Rotorua to be little chillier, around 17°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Auckland.
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For maps, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Rotorua tour itinerary builder website.
Traveling by flight from Auckland to Rotorua takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Auckland in December, expect nights in Rotorua to be little chillier, around 17°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Auckland.
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Auckland, New Zealand — 1 night
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City of Sails
Start off your visit on the 1st (Mon): admire the masterpieces at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, see the interesting displays at New Zealand Maritime Museum, and then get impressive views of One Tree Hill (Maungakiekie).
For other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Auckland travel route tool.
You can fly from Rotorua to Auckland in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Rotorua in January, you will find days in Auckland are a bit cooler (22°C), and nights are about the same (22°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Dunedin.
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You can fly from Rotorua to Auckland in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Rotorua in January, you will find days in Auckland are a bit cooler (22°C), and nights are about the same (22°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Dunedin.
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Dunedin, New Zealand — 3 nights
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Edinburgh of the South
Get a sense of the local culture at Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and Waikouaiti Beach. Escape the urban bustle at The Royal Albatross Centre and Tunnel Beach Track. Step out of Dunedin with an excursion to Huriawa Pa Walk in Waikouaiti--about 42 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: step into the grandiose world of Larnach Castle & Gardens, browse the exhibits of Dunedin Public Art Gallery, get curious at Tuhura Otago Museum, and identify plant and animal life at Otago Peninsula.
For photos, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Dunedin sightseeing planning tool.
Fly from Auckland to Dunedin in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Clyde.
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Fly from Auckland to Dunedin in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Clyde.
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Clyde, New Zealand — 1 night
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On the 5th (Fri), get great views at The Bruce Jackson Lookout, relax in the rural setting at Cheeki Cherries the home of Dam Good Fruit., then look for gifts at Central Gourmet Galleria, and finally explore the landscape on two wheels at Lake Dunstan Trail. Keep things going the next day: stroll through Otago Central Rail Trail.
To find reviews, ratings, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Clyde trip planner.
You can drive from Dunedin to Clyde in 2.5 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can travel to Te Anau.
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You can drive from Dunedin to Clyde in 2.5 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can travel to Te Anau.
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Te Anau, New Zealand — 2 nights
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On the 7th (Sun), trek along Kepler Track.
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Clyde to Te Anau. You'll set off for Milford on the 8th (Mon).
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Clyde to Te Anau. You'll set off for Milford on the 8th (Mon).
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Milford, New Zealand — 4 nights
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Get in touch with nature at Browns Bay Beach and Hobsonville Point Cycle Ride. Bring the kids along to Shakespear Regional Park and Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway. Take a break from Milford with a short trip to Kumeu River Wines in Kumeu, about 34 minutes away.
For traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Milford trip itinerary maker app.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Te Anau to Milford. January in Milford sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 22°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can travel to Wanaka.
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The Route module can help you plan travel from Te Anau to Milford. January in Milford sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 22°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can travel to Wanaka.
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Wanaka, New Zealand — 3 nights
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Visiting Mount Aspiring National Park and Parasailing & Paragliding will get you outdoors. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Lake Wanaka and Mount Iron Track. Next up on the itinerary: hit the slopes at Wanaka, see the interesting displays at The World of Deer Museum & Speciality Shop, and take in the exciting artwork at Wanaka Fine Art Gallery.
For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Wanaka trip planner.
Explore your travel options from Milford to Wanaka with the Route module. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Mon) to allow time to take a bus to Franz Josef.
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Explore your travel options from Milford to Wanaka with the Route module. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Mon) to allow time to take a bus to Franz Josef.
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Franz Josef, New Zealand — 3 nights
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Church of Our Lady of the Alps and Andris Apse Okarito Gallery are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Visiting Franz Josef Glacier and Sentinel Rock Walk will get you outdoors. Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Tatare Tunnels Walk, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, hike along Terrace Walk, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.
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You can take a bus from Wanaka to Franz Josef in 6 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Punakaiki.
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You can take a bus from Wanaka to Franz Josef in 6 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Punakaiki.
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Punakaiki, New Zealand — 4 nights
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Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Denniston Heritage Trust and Coaltown Museum. Take a break from the city and head to Truman Track and The Old Ghost Road. Get out of town with these interesting Punakaiki side-trips: Westport (Cape Foulwind Walkway & West Coast Brewery).
To see more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Punakaiki trip app.
Drive from Franz Josef to Punakaiki in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Christchurch.
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Drive from Franz Josef to Punakaiki in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Christchurch.
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Christchurch, New Zealand — 2 nights
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Garden City
On the 22nd (Mon), take in nature's colorful creations at Christchurch Botanic Gardens, take an in-depth tour of Canterbury Museum, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cardboard Cathedral, and finally enjoy some diversion at Margaret Mahy Family Playground. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at International Antarctic Centre, then fulfill a lifelong dream with Leisure Tours, then take in the dramatic natural features at Sumner Beach (Cave Rock), and finally don't miss a visit to Fanfare - SCAPE Public Art.
For where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Christchurch tour itinerary maker website.
Drive from Punakaiki to Christchurch in 4 hours. January in Christchurch sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Auckland.
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Drive from Punakaiki to Christchurch in 4 hours. January in Christchurch sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Auckland.
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Auckland, New Zealand — 2 nights
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City of Sails
Start off your visit on the 24th (Wed): head off the coast to Hauraki Gulf, then stroll through St. Helier's Bay, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Tohuna Torea Nature Reserve. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the masterpieces at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and then get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour.
To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Auckland trip builder tool.
Traveling by flight from Christchurch to Auckland takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. When traveling from Christchurch in January, plan for a bit cooler days in Auckland, with highs around 22°C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Dubai.
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Traveling by flight from Christchurch to Auckland takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. When traveling from Christchurch in January, plan for a bit cooler days in Auckland, with highs around 22°C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Dubai.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates — 3 nights
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City of Gold
Do some cultural sightseeing at Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort and Bastakia Quarter. Family-friendly places like Nature & Wildlife Tours and Burj Khalifa will thrill your kids. There's more to do: kick back and relax at Jumeirah Public Beach and browse the eclectic array of goods at Dubai Gold Souk.
To find photos, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Dubai day trip planning app.
Fly from Auckland to Dubai in 20.5 hours. The time zone changes from New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) to Gulf Standard Time (GST), which is usually a -8 hour difference. When traveling from Auckland in January, plan for somewhat warmer days in Dubai, with highs around 28°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 19°C. On the 29th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
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Fly from Auckland to Dubai in 20.5 hours. The time zone changes from New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) to Gulf Standard Time (GST), which is usually a -8 hour difference. When traveling from Auckland in January, plan for somewhat warmer days in Dubai, with highs around 28°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 19°C. On the 29th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
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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.
