Scenic unveils 23/24 New Zealand collection, includes 22 day itinerary

Milford Mariner Cruise, South Island, New Zealand

Scenic has announced the release of its new 2023/24 ‘Pristine Wonders of New Zealand’ collection, encompassing eight luxury land journeys, including a new 22-day immersive itinerary from Auckland to Christchurch.

This collection showcases and explores the landscapes and rich culture of New Zealand, whilst enjoying exclusive experiences and iconic hotel stays.

Liz Crowley, journey designer for Australia and New Zealand said: “This new 2023/24 collection will enable our guests to journey further and see more of New Zealand’s breath-taking beauty.

“From the spectacular scenery of the far north to the dramatic wilderness of its southernmost tip, Scenic takes guests to the far reaches and most iconic locations of New Zealand”.

Featured Itineraries

22-Day New Zealand Revealed (New)

Auckland to Christchurch

Explore New Zealand from the tip of the North to the highlands of the South on this new 22-day New Zealand Revealed Itinerary. Starting in the ‘City of Sails’, Auckland travel through the countryside to some of the most iconic movie backdrops before taking in Rotorua.

The North Island’s coastal and mountainous region of New Plymouth, dominated by Mount Taranaki a dormant volcano and the second highest point in the North Island is no the agenda. Continue to the capital Wellington before hopping on a ferry to the South Island to sample Sauvignon Blanc in its place of origin in Marlborough and marvel at the diverse marine life along the East Coast before arriving in Christchurch.

Highlights include overnight stay on the Milford Mariner, a traditional Māori Hangi dinner, sail on an authentic America’s Cup yacht in Auckland, and an exclusive Scenic Enrich experience in New Plymouth, exploring the beautiful gardens of the Taranaki.

Departures available in October 2023 and January to February 2024. The 22-Day New Zealand Revealed starts from $11,595pp. Includes savings of up to $800* per couple with Earlybird offers.

12-Day New Zealand Panorama

Auckland to Queenstown

Witness New Zealand’s iconic attractions on this 12 Day New Zealand Panorama Journey. Travel from Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’ and tick all the must-sees along the way like the Hobbiton Movie set, Rotorua’s geothermal pools, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook with an overnight in the Milford Sound.

Enjoy a scenic enrich experience at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve where travellers will encounter the Kiwi and other native wildlife and learn of the conservation work the team is dedicated to.

Finish the exploration in New Zealand’s capital of adrenaline in Queenstown admiring the stunning backdrops and nature of the Remarkables mountain range. Departures available in November 2023 and January to April 2024. The 12-Day New Zealand Panorama starts from $6,945pp based on twin share.

Includes savings of up to $500 per couple with Earlybird offers.

16-Day Royal New Zealand

Christchurch to Auckland

Travellers visit vast landscapes and vistas from the stunning South Island to the North on the 16 Day Royal New Zealand journey. Start on South Island in Christchurch, a city reimagining itself. Experience the TranzAlpine railway and stand before the Franz Josef Glacier before soaking up the adrenaline of Queenstown and Milford Sound.

In the North Island discover Rotorua’s geothermal wonders on an exclusive Scenic Freechoice activity. Tick off a visit to Hobbiton Movie set before exploring the ‘City of Sails’ with a sail across Auckland Harbour, ending 16 days of delights and exploration.

Departures available from September to November 2023 and from January to April 2024. The 16-Day Royal New Zealand Panorama starts from – $7,795pp. Includes savings of up to $600pp with Earlybird offers.

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