9N New Zealand Tour from India | Both Islands 2026 – I Fly

10 Days 9 Nights

Nine nights across Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown and Christchurch, with 4-star hotels, visa, breakfasts and return flights.

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

Queenstown's lakefront and the geothermal valleys of Rotorua headline this nine-night loop through both of New Zealand's islands, pairing North Island Maori culture with South Island alpine scenery. The route runs Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown and Christchurch before circling back to Auckland.

How many days do you need for both islands of New Zealand

Nine nights cover the headline stops: the Sky Tower and harbour in Auckland, Te Puia's geysers and a Maori cultural evening in Rotorua, three full nights in Queenstown for the Skyline gondola, Milford Sound and Lake Wakatipu, then Christchurch's rebuilt centre. A 4-star hotel in each city keeps the long drives comfortable.

Trip Highlights

Day 1: Auckland | Arrival in the City of Sails

Arrive in Auckland, clear immigration and transfer to your hotel. The evening is free along the Viaduct Harbour.

Day 2: Auckland | Sky Tower and City Sights

Take in the Sky Tower, Mission Bay and the harbour bridge on a city orientation before a free afternoon.

Day 3: Rotorua | Geothermal Valley and Maori Culture

Drive south to Rotorua and visit Te Puia's geysers and mud pools, ending with a Maori cultural performance and hangi dinner.

Day 4: Rotorua | Agrodome and Lakes

Visit the Agrodome farm show and the Redwoods forest, with the lakefront free for the afternoon.

Day 5: Queenstown | Lakefront Arrival

Fly to Queenstown on the South Island and settle in beside Lake Wakatipu, with the evening free in the compact town centre.

Day 6: Queenstown | Milford Sound Day Trip

A full-day excursion to Milford Sound in Fiordland for a cruise past sheer cliffs and waterfalls.

Day 7: Queenstown | Skyline Gondola and Free Time

Ride the Skyline gondola to Bob's Peak for panoramic views, with the rest of the day free for adventure add-ons.

Day 8: Christchurch | Garden City

Travel to Christchurch and explore the rebuilt city centre, the Botanic Gardens and the tram loop.

Day 9: Auckland | Return North

Fly back to Auckland for a final night, with time for last-minute shopping.

Day 10: Auckland | Departure

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

Inclusions

• 3-star hotel accommodation (9 nights)
• Return economy class flights
• Meals as per itinerary
• 1 activity passes (as per itinerary)
• Visa assistance

Overview

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

Queenstown's lakefront and the geothermal valleys of Rotorua headline this nine-night loop through both of New Zealand's islands, pairing North Island Maori culture with South Island alpine scenery. The route runs Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown and Christchurch before circling back to Auckland.

How many days do you need for both islands of New Zealand

Nine nights cover the headline stops: the Sky Tower and harbour in Auckland, Te Puia's geysers and a Maori cultural evening in Rotorua, three full nights in Queenstown for the Skyline gondola, Milford Sound and Lake Wakatipu, then Christchurch's rebuilt centre. A 4-star hotel in each city keeps the long drives comfortable.

Trip Highlights

  • Te Puia geysers and a Maori cultural evening in Rotorua
  • Three nights in Queenstown beside Lake Wakatipu
  • Full-day Milford Sound cruise in Fiordland
  • Skyline Gondola to Bob's Peak
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens and the city tram

Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Auckland | Arrival in the City of Sails

    Arrive in Auckland, clear immigration and transfer to your hotel. The evening is free along the Viaduct Harbour.

    Overnight: Four Points by Sheraton Auckland

  • Day
    02

    Auckland | Sky Tower and City Sights

    Take in the Sky Tower, Mission Bay and the harbour bridge on a city orientation before a free afternoon.

    Overnight: Four Points by Sheraton Auckland

  • Day
    03

    Rotorua | Geothermal Valley and Maori Culture

    Drive south to Rotorua and visit Te Puia's geysers and mud pools, ending with a Maori cultural performance and hangi dinner.

    Overnight: Rydges Rotorua

  • Day
    04

    Rotorua | Agrodome and Lakes

    Visit the Agrodome farm show and the Redwoods forest, with the lakefront free for the afternoon.

    Overnight: Rydges Rotorua

  • Day
    05

    Queenstown | Lakefront Arrival

    Fly to Queenstown on the South Island and settle in beside Lake Wakatipu, with the evening free in the compact town centre.

    Overnight: Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road

  • Day
    06

    Queenstown | Milford Sound Day Trip

    A full-day excursion to Milford Sound in Fiordland for a cruise past sheer cliffs and waterfalls.

    Overnight: Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road

  • Day
    07

    Queenstown | Skyline Gondola and Free Time

    Ride the Skyline gondola to Bob's Peak for panoramic views, with the rest of the day free for adventure add-ons.

    Overnight: Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road

  • Day
    08

    Christchurch | Garden City

    Travel to Christchurch and explore the rebuilt city centre, the Botanic Gardens and the tram loop.

    Overnight: Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch

  • Day
    09

    Auckland | Return North

    Fly back to Auckland for a final night, with time for last-minute shopping.

    Overnight: Four Points by Sheraton Auckland

  • Day
    10

    Auckland | Departure

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

Cost Includes

  • • 3-star hotel accommodation (9 nights)
  • • Return economy class flights
  • • Meals as per itinerary
  • • 1 activity passes (as per itinerary)
  • • Visa assistance

Cost Excludes

  • • Meals not mentioned in inclusions
  • • Personal expenses (laundry, tips, telephone, shopping)
  • • Entry fees to monuments/attractions unless specified
  • • Optional activities and excursions

Trip Dates

  • Wednesday July 15, 2026
    Friday July 24, 2026
  • Saturday August 15, 2026
    Monday August 24, 2026
  • Tuesday September 15, 2026
    Thursday September 24, 2026
  • Thursday October 15, 2026
    Saturday October 24, 2026
  • Sunday November 15, 2026
    Tuesday November 24, 2026
  • Tuesday December 15, 2026
    Thursday December 24, 2026
  • Friday January 15, 2027
    Sunday January 24, 2027
  • Monday February 15, 2027
    Wednesday February 24, 2027
  • Monday March 15, 2027
    Wednesday March 24, 2027
  • Thursday April 15, 2027
    Saturday April 24, 2027
  • Saturday May 15, 2027
    Monday May 24, 2027