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Winter Break in New Zealand: 13 Days of Spring in the Southern Hemisphere

Winter break is here, and New Zealand is waiting for you! Enjoy a 13-day in-depth tour of the Southern Hemisphere and take in all the beautiful scenery! Check out this super practical guide! . New Zealand is located in the South Pacific and has a rich history and unique Maori culture 🌺. Known as the Land of a Thousand Islands, it is a great place for adventure and relaxation 🏞️. Don't miss the filming location of The Lord of the Rings and experience a magical journey! . 🚩 Suggested Itinerary: Dreamy New Zealand Tour Day 1-2: Fly from Shanghai to Auckland, check in to your hotel, and adjust to the time difference. Day 3: Depart from Auckland, explore the Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, enjoy lunch at the Green Dragon Inn, visit the Government Gardens and Redwood Forest, and finally arrive in Rotorua. Day 4: Experience Agrodome in Rotorua, visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, then return to Auckland and head to Christchurch. Day 5-6: Take the TranzAlpine train to Greymouth, see the Pancake Rocks, visit the glacier town, choose to visit Fox Glacier or Franz Josef Glacier, and finally arrive in Queenstown and check in to a 5-star hotel. Day 7: Enjoy a full day of free time in Queenstown and continue to experience the luxury of a 5-star hotel. Day 8-10: Head to Milford Sound, visit Te Anau, experience the Scottish style of Dunedin and Oamaru, watch the little penguins return to their nests, pass by Lake Pukaki, visit Mount Cook, and finally check in to a hotel by Lake Tekapo and enjoy stargazing at the observatory. Day 11-12: Visit Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd, return to Christchurch and Auckland, and prepare to fly back to Shanghai from Auckland. Day 13: End your New Zealand trip and return to your departure point from Shanghai. . Recommended Attractions: 🌟 Hobbiton Movie Set: A recreation of the Middle-earth wonders from The Lord of the Rings, as if you were in a fantasy movie! 🌌 Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Step into the cave and see the green lights twinkling like stars, as if you were in a dream world. 💦 Milford Sound: Take a boat tour and enjoy the spectacular scenery of waterfalls, a water tour not to be missed! . Travel Essentials: 🎒 What to Bring on Your New Zealand Trip! 📞 Prepare a SIM card for easy contact and to stay connected. 🔌 A plug adapter is a must, as the sockets are different there. 🪪 Bring your documents and don't forget to apply for a visa. 👕 Bring some spring and autumn clothes for the February weather. 🔋 Chargers and power banks to keep your devices charged. 🎩 Sun hats and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun. 💊 Bring common medications with you for safety. . New Zealand is a dreamland that you won't want to leave. Keep this guide and start your pure journey!
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Posted: Feb 10, 2025
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