8-Day New Zealand Luxury Sampler
8 Days / 6 Nights | 5-Star Hotels | Upgraded Rooms | Premium Economy International Flights | Premium Tours | Private Transfers
From $6,195* per person
Photo Credit: RealNZ
Queenstown
Scenic Flights
Milford Sound
Alpine Atmosphere
Welcoming Spirit
Photo Credit: Miles Holden
Rotorua
Geothermal wonders
Māori culture
Lakefront tranquility
pamper your body & soul
Photo Credit: Hobbiton
Auckland
Hobbiton Middle Earth
glowworm magic
City of Sails
Urban-meets-nature vibe
This 8-Day / 6-Night travel deal includes:
- 5-Star Upgraded Accommodations
- 3 Nights Queenstown
- 2 Nights Rotorua
- 1 Night Auckland
- Flights
- International: Los Angeles ↔ Auckland in Premium Economy Class
- Domestic: Auckland → Queenstown, Queenstown → Rotorua (via Christchurch) in Economy Class
- Transfers
- Private Transfers: Queenstown Airport ↔ Hotel, Rotorua Airport → Hotel, Auckland Hotel → Airport
- Small Group Tour Transfer: Rotorua Hotel → Auckland Hotel
- Activities
- Premium Tour: Scenic Flight Queenstown ↔ Milford Sound & Cruise with Lunch
- Premium Māori Experience: Te Puia Geothermal Tour, Cultural Performance (Haka) & Hāngī Buffet Dinner
- Premium Small Group Tour: Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glowworms
- Free Days Built In:
- Explore, relax, or pack in more adventures! Your trip, your way!
- Travel Dates
- Permitted US Departure Dates: Select Dates, Now – December 4, 2026 & January 10 – June 20, 2027
- Lowest Price Found: Select Dates: September, October 2026 & March, April 2027. International Flights on Friday, Saturday or Sunday incur a surcharge. Select departure month below for more details
Deposit Now, Pay Later
No interest payment plan, final payment due 60 days before departure.
Tailored to You
Personalize your trip to match your style, pace, and interests
Your Very Own NZ Specialist
Get expert help every step of the way from your personal New Zealand expert.
Flights included – or not!
Prefer to book your own airfare? Just ask! Every package is flexible
Single Traveler?
Single supplement from $1,350+
Free & Independent Travel
This is not a group tour
Limited Time Deal
This deal uses airfare with limited availability that expires August 31, 2026. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Request a Firm Quote Below
Tell us when you want to travel, how many are in your party, and any special requests. Your Travel Advisor will whip up your personal price and next steps with no worries.
MEET YOUR TRAVEL DESIGNER
This luxurious 8-day journey through New Zealand was carefully designed by Stephanie Moreno, an Advanced New Zealand Specialist, the highest accreditation offered by Tourism New Zealand. With over 20 years of travel planning expertise, Stephanie is passionate about creating elevated experiences for travelers who value premium accommodations, breathtaking views, and authentic cultural connections.
Stephanie explains:
“I wanted to design a trip that’s perfect for those with busy schedules who dream of experiencing the beauty and magic of New Zealand in a short amount of time. This itinerary brings together iconic highlights, 5-star stays, and upgraded experiences to ensure every moment feels special and memorable.”
This 8-Day New Zealand Luxury Sampler offers:
Upgraded Accommodations: Stay in 5-star hotels with premium room types, complete with harbor views where available, for a touch of elegance and an immersive connection to New Zealand’s stunning landscapes.
Elevated Milford Sound Experience: Enjoy an unforgettable journey with scenic flights to and from Milford Sound, avoiding long drive times while capturing breathtaking aerial views. A delicious lunch is included for the perfect finishing touch.
Unique Cultural and Natural Adventures: Immerse yourself in Māori culture during the premium Te Pō Combo, where geothermal wonders meet traditional storytelling and cuisine. Explore the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set and the otherworldly Waitomo Glowworm Caves on an intimate small-group tour.
Flexibility and Free Time: With free days in each city, this trip invites you to explore independently, pursue your passions, or simply soak in the beauty of New Zealand at your own pace.
Unparalleled Efficiency: This itinerary strikes the perfect balance, giving you a chance to experience New Zealand’s most iconic destinations while keeping your trip streamlined and stress-free.
This luxury-focused itinerary is ideal for travelers who want to savor the best of New Zealand in less time. From breathtaking scenic flights to the magical glow of Waitomo, each curated detail reflects Stephanie’s commitment to delivering meaningful, unforgettable experiences.
Let Stephanie’s expertise and eye for exceptional travel moments bring New Zealand’s beauty to life in this perfectly crafted journey! Contact About New Zealand for a personalized firm quote.
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*Terms and Conditions:
Terms and Conditions for those purchasing this package from About Australia (USA) PTY Limited Inc, doing business as:
• About Australia – www.aboutaustralia.com
• About New Zealand – www.aboutnewzealand.com
• About Fiji www.aboutfijitravel.com
All prices are in US dollars and correct as of July 1, 2026. Subject to availability.
“Pricing is from “per person” based on Double Occupancy (2 Adults) in hotels in USD.
Single Supplements apply.
Upgrades available on request (upgrade supplements apply).
Changes are permitted (fees may apply).
Other restrictions may apply.
Not combinable with any other offer or discounted vacation package.
All taxes, GST & Fuel Levies are included in the Price unless specified otherwise.
Prices may vary when you book your travel package due to seasonality and availability. Request a quote for your preferred dates of travel.
Your quote is not guaranteed until payment in full is received. Airlines, hotels and tour operators frequently change their prices as a result of rate increases, fuel surcharges, government imposed taxes or fees. Prices may increase prior to your deposit for those and/or other reasons.
After full payment, prices are guaranteed except only due to an increase in government imposed taxes/fees or in the case of extreme exchange rate fluctuation. By paying your deposit, you understand and agree to the possibility of such increases.
All itineraries and routings are subject to change. In particular, adding Sydney and departing on a Monday or Wednesday will result in the order of your itinerary changing from that published here. Your quote will reflect your trip’s routing.
Your About New Zealand travel advisor will find you the best price on Flights with the best possible routing according to their expertise. Flights, where included, will be operated by Air New Zealand or their code-share partners; flight Taxes & Fuel levy included; Economy Flight Class of Service, unless otherwise stated. Upgrades available for an additional cost.
Flights maybe based on Fares which cannot be held in advance of purchase, same day payment and ticketing may be required.
About Australia/About New Zealand strongly recommends that you purchase Travel Insurance for your trip oversees. If you choose not to purchase Travel Insurance, you will be traveling at your own risk.
Payments and Documents Requests from you will be supplied in a timely manner. We are unable to honor Special Pricing if payment or requested document is received after a Special has expired. We reserve the right to cancel all arrangements if payments and/or Documents are not received on time.
Any itinerary changes requested by the client after bookings are in place will result in a minimum $100 change fee from About Australia/About New Zealand. This fee is in-addition to any other fees issued by other providers (e.g. Airlines, Hotels & Tour Operators).
Deposit Payments made to About Australia/About New Zealand are non-refundable. Subsequent payments made to About Australia/About New Zealand may also not be refundable depending on the providers booked. To protect your investment in your travel package, we strongly recommend you purchase Travel Insurance. Please visit the following URL for About Australia’s Cancellation Policy: https://www.aboutaustralia.com/cancellation-policy-fees/
Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) or Visa is required to enter New Zealand. About Australia/About New Zealand is not responsible for loss associated with Visas for entry into your travel destination. Note: In most cases Visa’s can be issued immediately for USA Passport holders. For non-USA Passport holders Visa Issuance may take up to 12 weeks. Felony criminal convictions can affect your admittance into New Zealand.
The information provided by About Australia/About New Zealand is in good faith and represents the best knowledge of the authors at the time.
About Australia/About New Zealand, its directors, employees, shareholders, agents and other representatives, under any circumstances, liable for any injury, loss or damage arising out of or related to your overseas trip. This limitation of liability includes, but is not limited to, compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of information, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and third party claims.
If for any reason you cancel or miss a flight, accommodation, shuttle transfer, day tour or any other booking made by About Australia/About New Zealand, we request you contact the applicable vendor as per the details contained on the relevant voucher. Please record all details of any changes made including, but not limited to, cancellation confirmation numbers, date, time and person with whom the cancellation was made. About Australia/About New Zealand cannot guarantee a refund for any missed or cancelled portions of your trip. For this reason, we strongly recommend travel insurance.
All bookings are subject to availability. If a product, tour or accommodation is not available an equivalent product, tour or accommodation will be substituted. A tour may be moved to another day if required.
Accommodation, where included, based on the following (subject to similar substitution due to availability)
Queenstown: THE REES HOTEL, LUXURY APARTMENTS & LAKESIDE RESIDENCES – Hotel Room – Executive Lake View
Rotorua: REGENT OF ROTORUA BOUTIQUE HOTEL – Boutique Suite or MILLENNIUM HOTEL ROTORUA – Superior Lake Facing Room
Auckland: HORIZON BY SKYCITY – Elite Harbour View King
Travel may require additional requirements set forth by the country and states of New Zealand. Some of these requirements may require additional costs. These costs are not included in your itinerary. Travel Requirements are subject to change. About Australia/About New Zealand has documented travel requirements on your itinerary with your quote. We will keep these as updated as possible, but your best source will always be official government websites. Please review, understand and be willing to comply with New Zealand’s travel requirements before making a deposit.
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws of the State of Texas applicable to agreements made and to be performed entirely within such state and without regards to the conflicts of law principles of such state. The parties hereby agree that venue of any action under this agreement shall be exclusively in the state courts of Bexar County, Texas.
US Departure Dates:
Travel Permitted: Select dates Now – December 4, 2026 & January 10 – June 20, 2027
Lowest Prices found: Select dates September, October 2026 & March, April 2027. International Flights on Friday, Saturday or Sunday incur a surcharge.
Request a firm quote for your preferred dates.
Blackout dates and seasonal supplements will apply; these vary by travel vendor and are subject to change.
Additional Terms and Conditions apply. You will be required to review and agree to the Terms and Conditions of travel before making your deposit.
Contact About Australia/About New Zealand directly to get a firm quote based on current prices for your preferred travel dates.
Book by: August 31, 2026
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