8 Days & 6 Nights New Zealand (North Island) 25th Apr to 2nd May 2026 jointly organized with ISE Travel

$4,980 (Twin), $5,700 (Single) / Per person

        Day 01    Sat  25th Apr 2026        SINGAPORE/AUCKLAND (Meal on Board) Assemble at Changi Airport for flight check in.  Depart on NZ281 this morning for Auckland, New Zealand.  Haere Mai – Welcome to New Zealand!  On arrival in Auckland – the City of Sails, meet our Kiwi coach captain to proceed for transfer to our hotel for check in and rest. Day 02   Sun 26 Apr 2026             AUCKLAND (LD) After breakfast this morning, we take a ride up the Sky Tower observation deck. The Sky Tower located at the corner of Victoria and Federal Streets within the city’s CBD is 328 metres tall, making it the tallest freestanding structure in the Southern Hemisphere. From the observation deck, you can see 360 degree view over Auckland city and the beautiful Waitemata harbour. Then proceed down to enjoy a wonderful western buffet lunch at the Sky City Fortuna restaurant. This afternoon enjoy some free time to shop or explore the city conveniently on your own. There are many shops and cafes around Queen street and the surrounding downtown area for you to enjoy.   You may just want to enjoy a quiet drink relaxing over-looking the beautiful Harbour.  Enjoy a Chinese dinner tonight. Day 03    Mon 27 Apr 2026          AUCKLAND – WAITOMO – ROTORUA (BLD) Breakfast at hotel. Travel south to arrive at Waitomo. Discover your moment of magic in the Waitomo Glow worm Caves tour a BBQ lunch. Known as one of New Zealand’s best natural attractions, take a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto. Discover an ancient world 30 million years in the making and marvel at Mother Nature’s light display as you glide silently through the starry wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto. Then continue over the Mamaku Ranges, which is extensively forested, with the Kaimai-Mamaku State Forest and Kinleith Forest both covering a considerable part of them, to reach the thermal city of Rotorua. Dinner at local Chinese Restaurant Day 04 Tue  28 Apr 2026                ROTORUA (BLD) Breakfast at hotel Today, experience the many sights that Rotorua has to offer. See our agricultural industry in action at the Agrodome Farm show and Organic Farm tour, a working organic farm where you can find out all about farming life in New Zealand, watch a sheep shearing display and see sheep dog trials where the hard-working farm dogs show off their amazing skills. This afternoon there is time for a brief Rotorua city tour and then gain an insight into New Zealand’s Māori culture at Te Puia –Te Po Combo (Guided experience + Indigenous Evening experience)   Experience Rotorua’s geothermal activity with a tour of the Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley – a place where mud pools bubble and boil and the famous Pohutu Geyser shoot steam 30m high into the air. You’ll also visit the New Zealand National Carving and Weaving Schools where you can watch carvers and weavers carry out the traditions of their Maori ancestors and see how these ancient Māori art forms are being passed on to a new generation of master artists. Enjoy the Hangi buffet dinner and the Maori Cultural performance which takes place in the beautifully carved Meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua.     Day 05    Wed 29 Apr 2026            ROTORUA – TAUPO – ROTORUA (BLD) Breakfast at hotel Then travel south to Lake Taupo. Lake Taupo was created by the world’s most violent volcanic eruption of the last 5000 years and is still the most geothermal area of New Zealand hence the Wairakei Thermal power station. As you travel around the lake, you will find every landscape you can imagine. Snow-blanketed winter ski fields and alpine deserts. Ancient forests alive with birdsong. Trout-filled rivers and visit the thundering Huka Falls. After lunch take the Chris Jolly Cruise on the Lake Taupo to see the famous Maori Rock carvings up close which are only accessible by water on Mine Bay.  You will hear a full commentary on the volcanic history and Maori mythology surrounding Lake Taupo. Then we return back to Rotorua for dinner. Tonight take the Skyline Gondola ride up to Mt Ngongotaha to have a Western Buffet dinner with panoramic views of Lake Rotorua.             Day 06     Thu 30 Apr 2026             ROTORUA – MATAMATA – HAMILTON – AUCKLAND (B/L/D) Breakfast at hotel This morning we depart Rotorua to the township of Matamata. Experience the real Middle-earth at the Hobbiton Movie Set, where, in the heart of the Waikato region, you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire, as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Your guide will then escort you around the set, showing the intricate detailing, pointing out the most famous locations and explaining how the movie magic was made. You will be fully guided around the 12 acre set; past Hobbit Holes, the Mill and into the world-famous Green Dragon™ Inn, where you will be presented with a complimentary, exclusive Hobbit South farthing beverage to conclude your own Middle-earth adventure.  Then enjoy the sumptuous Festive Feast buffet lunch fit for a Hobbit, served up in the marquee beside the Green Dragon Inn. After lunch we proceed to Hamilton.  Visit the Hamilton Gardens including entry to the beautiful Themed gardens. Return to Auckland for a Japanese dinner and hotel check in. Day 07     Fri 1 May 2026                 AUCKLAND (B/L/D) Breakfast at hotel Today is a full day in Auckland to spend some time shopping and exploring the city. There are many great shops in the city center downtown area. Check out Commercial Bay for shopping and dining. Tonight you end your trip with a deluxe Chinese dinner with Abalone and Lobster dishes before your transfer to Auckland International Airport  for your flight bound for home, taking with you unforgettable and pleasant memories of a wonderful of New Zealand. Day 08      Sat 2 May 2026               SINGAPORE (Meal on Board) Arrive home to Singapore  PRICE

8D6N New Zealand (North Island)

Group Size: 20

Member

SGD

Non Member SGD
Twin Sharing

$4,980.00

$5,060.00

Single Supplement

$5,700.00

$5,780.00

Price includes:
  • Return group economy class airfare Singapore/Auckland/Singapore on Air New Zealand
  • Airport taxes
  • Meet and greet service
  • Private luxury coach charter with experienced captain, fuel, parking
  • Tipping to coach captain
  • 4 & 5-star class hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • All lunches and dinners as stated in the programme including special meals – Hobbiton Festive Feast Buffet, Maori Hangi Dinner, Abalone & Lobster meal
  • Guided sightseeing tours of Auckland Sky Tower, Hobbiton, Te Puia Maori Cultural Village, Waitomo Glow worm, Auckland City, Agrodome, Chris Jolly Cruise and Skyline Gondola
  • Admission fees where applicable
  • Service of a Singapore tour manager
  • New Zealand GST 15%
Price does not include:
  • Personal incidentals
  • Travel insurance
  • New Zealand eTA (NZD23) and INVL International Visitor Conservation and Tourist Levy (NZD35) 
Flight Schedule NZ 281 25APR  SAT SINAKL   Dep 0835  Arr 2210hrs NZ 282 01MAY SAT AKLSIN   Dep 2355  Arr 0645hrs+1  Min 16, MAX 20 SEATS AVAILABLE.  CLOSING DATE:  15 FEB 2026 Some of our Highlights
  • Journey to Middle Earth at the Hobbiton Movie Set
  • Hop on a boat cruise on the Grotto River and explore the sparkling Glowworms Caves
  • Experience Maori cultural experience and traditional hangi feast
  • Catch the sights of many breeds of sheep and a unique farm experience
  • Cruise the largest caldera Lake Taupo in Australasia
  • Admire the spectacular showcase of New Zealand’s most colourful and unique geothermal elements at Te Puia
  • Embark on a guided journey of hidden stories, secret symbols, interesting snippets, and new insights of the award-winning Hamilton Gardens