11N New Zealand Tour from India | Chef-Assisted 2026 – I Fly

12 Days 11 Nights

Eleven nights across both New Zealand islands with an accompanying chef, 4-star hotels, visa, breakfasts and return flights.

Available all year - pick any travel date that suits you.

Franz Josef Glacier and the Fiordland fjords give this eleven-night New Zealand tour its scenic edge, run with an accompanying Indian chef so vegetarian and home-style meals are sorted throughout. The route covers Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, the West Coast glacier country and Christchurch.

Why travel New Zealand with a chef

Long driving days across both islands are easier when familiar Indian food is part of the plan, and this tour pairs that comfort with the highlights: Te Puia's geothermal valley in Rotorua, three nights in Queenstown for Milford Sound and the Skyline gondola, a glacier stop in Westland, and the Garden City of Christchurch to finish.

Who this tour is for

Eleven nights at 4-star hotels with daily breakfast, one activity, visa assistance, an accompanying chef and return economy flights from India. Built for families and larger groups who want both-island coverage without compromising on food.

Trip Highlights

• Accompanying chef for Indian and vegetarian meals throughout
• Te Puia geysers and a Maori cultural evening in Rotorua
• Milford Sound cruise and the Skyline Gondola in Queenstown
• Franz Josef Glacier on the West Coast
• Christchurch Botanic Gardens and the city tram

Day 1: Auckland | Arrival in the City of Sails

Arrive in Auckland and transfer to your hotel, with the evening free along the Viaduct Harbour.

Day 2: Rotorua | Geothermal Valley

Drive to Rotorua and visit Te Puia's geysers and mud pools, ending with a Maori cultural evening.

Day 3: Rotorua | Agrodome and Lakes

See the Agrodome farm show and the Redwoods forest, with the lakefront free in the afternoon.

Day 4: Rotorua | Wai-O-Tapu and Hobbiton

An optional day for the Wai-O-Tapu thermal park or the Hobbiton movie set near Matamata.

Day 5: Auckland | Return North

Drive back to Auckland for an overnight stay before the flight south, with free time in the city.

Day 6: Queenstown | Lakefront Arrival

Fly to Queenstown and settle in beside Lake Wakatipu, with the evening free in town.

Day 7: Queenstown | Milford Sound Day Trip

A full-day excursion to Milford Sound for a cruise through Fiordland's cliffs and waterfalls.

Day 8: Queenstown | Skyline Gondola

Ride the Skyline gondola to Bob's Peak for views over the lake and mountains, with the rest of the day free.

Day 9: Westland | Franz Josef Glacier

Drive up the West Coast to glacier country and the Franz Josef township beneath the ice.

Day 10: Christchurch | Garden City Arrival

Travel across the Southern Alps to Christchurch and explore the rebuilt centre and Botanic Gardens.

Day 11: Christchurch | Akaroa or City Time

An optional day trip to the harbour town of Akaroa, or free time around the Cardboard Cathedral and shops.

Day 12: Christchurch | Departure

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight.

Inclusions

• 3-star hotel accommodation (11 nights)
• Return economy class flights
• Meals as per itinerary
• 1 activity passes (as per itinerary)
• Visa assistance