Essential New Zealand 21 days from £2,785

Begin with Titan’s VIP Home Departure Service to Heathrow Airport for your overnight Air New Zealand flight to Hong Kong or Los Angeles, before connecting with your onward flight to Auckland. Having crossed several time zones you will arrive on the morning of day three.

Upon arrival in Auckland you will be greeted and transferred to your centrally located hotel. The rest of your stay here is at leisure. Enjoy your free time to explore the ‘City of Sails’, New Zealand’s largest city with two beautiful harbours. Choices include a full day tour to Rotorua and Waitomo Caves. See page 107 of our brochure for a selection of pre-bookable sightseeing excursions.

Overnight(s): Auckland

Today we have included a scenic scheduled coach transfer to the heart of the spectacular Bay of Islands. Travel across Auckland Harbour Bridge and north along the Hibiscus Coast. On arrival in Paihia, visit the historic Waitangi Treaty House before spending the rest of your day at leisure.

Overnight(s): Paihia

Today is free for you to enjoy the sights and attractions that this region has to offer. Relax in the pleasant surroundings of your resort or perhaps enjoy a round of golf. Alternatively, join a full-day excursion travelling along 90-Mile Beach to the very tip of the North Island or a half-day wildlife cruise. See page 109 of our brochure for a selection of pre-bookable sightseeing excursions.

Overnight(s): Paihia

This morning is at leisure for the opportunity to enjoy a memorable cruise to Cape Brett and travel through the famous “Hole in the Rock” before taking the coach transfer back down the coast to Auckland.

Overnight(s): Auckland

Make your way to the airport for your flight to the ‘Garden City’ of Christchurch. A transfer is included to your hotel on arrival. The rest of your day is at leisure.

Overnight(s): Christchurch

Today is free for you to make your own explorations. Those wanting to explore Christchurch should visit Cathedral Square or board a tram through the city. Further afield is the resort of Kaikoura, one of the best places in the world for whale watching, and the quaint historical French settlement of Akaroa, surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Banks Peninsula.

Overnight(s): Christchurch

Make your own way to Christchurch Railway Station in time to board the TranzAlpine train, rated as one of the world’s most scenic railway journeys. Travel from one coast to the other viewing magnificent alpine scenery through large panoramic windows as the train winds its way through the Southern Alps. Upon arrival in Greymouth, collect your hire car and drive the short distance to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure.

Overnight(s): Greymouth

115 miles - Take a leisurely drive along the rugged west coast, making your way to Franz Josef. En route, you may choose to visit Shantytown, a historic gold-mining town, before crossing into the scenic Westland National Park.

Overnight(s): Greymouth

Another highlight of your trip is to experience the splendours of Franz Josef, one of the world’s most accessible and spectacular glaciers. Enjoy an optional unique guided walk along pre-formed tracks exploring the lower reaches of the glacier. Alternatively, take to the sky for a birds eye view of the glacier and nearby Mount Cook.

Overnight(s): Franz Josef

185 miles - Allow plenty of time for this long but rewarding drive as the road weaves alongside the Haast River and in between the snow-capped peaks of Mount Aspiring National Park before skirting the delightful Lake Wanaka and arriving in the charming resort of Wanaka. The following day you may choose to stroll along the many walking trails available, or perhaps drive to the livelier resort of Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand.

Overnight(s): Wanaka

180 miles - Drive to the historic town of Cromwell before continuing through valleys and vineyards to Dunedin. Founded by Scottish settlers and known as the ‘Edinburgh of the South’, this is home to some of the best preserved Victorian and Edwardian architecture in the southern hemisphere.

Overnight(s): Dunedin

Dunedin can easily be explored on foot. Those who love wildlife should explore the Otago Peninsula and take a guided tour of the Royal Albatross Colony and Yellow Eyed Penguin reserve.

Overnight(s): Dunedin

225 miles - En-route back to Christchurch, stop and admire the Moeraki Boulders, a collection of large, smooth spherical stones lying in the shallow surf of Koekohe Beach. Weighing several tonnes each and measuring up to three metres in diameter, these rocks were formed some 60 million years ago on the sea bed. In the afternoon, continue to Christchurch.

Overnight(s): Christchurch

Enjoy some free time in Christchurch before driving to the airport for your flight to Auckland where you will connect with your overnight flight to the bustling city of Hong Kong. Upon arrival we have included a private transfer to your hotel.

Over the next two days experience a city that has it all. Choose to take the tram to Victoria Peak for a magnificent view of the scenic harbour or take in Hong Kong’s cultural side and visit some of the serene temples, green gardens and peaceful wetlands. A shoppers’ delight, Hong Kong boasts an array of high street stores and a variety of markets. In the evening choose from one of the many restaurants to sample some of the island’s fine cuisine. Please call for a selection of pre-bookable excursions.

Overnight(s): Hong Kong

This morning, transfer by private car to the airport for your overnight Air New Zealand flight to the UK. Arrive at Heathrow Airport where Titan staff will meet you and transfer you to your front door.