Top 9 Places to Visit in New Zealand - 2019/2020

New Zealand is considered as the third most beautiful country in the world. New Zealand is a diverse and beautiful country. New Zealand contains something for everyone, from beaches to lakes, from walks to mountains, from hot springs to hobbits. You can enjoy your New Zealand vacations on pristine beaches and exquisite destinations. New Zealand is also known as Aotearoa in the Maori Language, which means the land of long white cloud. New Zealand is divided into two major landmasses- North Island and South Island. The country is made up of landscapes, steaming volcanoes, mountain ranges, and coastlines.  New Zealand offers the various thrill and adventure activities. The people of New Zealand are also known as ‘Kiwis'. New Zealand vacation agents will help you in choosing the best place to travel in New Zealand. Spend at least four to five days in each state of New Zealand. New Zealand offers you picturesque beauty and photogenic places to explore.

Top Nine Places to Visit in New Zealand:

  • Queenstown

  • Auckland

  • Wellington

  • Christchurch

  • Rotorua

  • Wanaka

  • Hamilton

  • Bay of Island

  • Milford Island

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  1. Queenstown- Adventure Capital

Queenstown is the most desired place for the New Zealand vacation trip. Queenstown is known for its world-class skiing and various adventurous activities like river rafting, jet boating, skydiving, bungee jumping, rock climbing, paragliding, mountain biking, and many more. Explore the third largest Lake of New Zealand, Lake Wakatipu. Enjoy skiing and snowboarding with varied mountain trails and terrains on Remarkables Ski Area. Enjoy hiking and biking adventure on the popular summit of Ben Lomond. Let’s take a nature walk in the Amisfield vineyard and work on its magic areas. Welcome to Skycity Queenstown Casino to enjoy live entertainment, fine-dining experience, and some gambling.

  1. Auckland- City of Sails

Auckland is the most populated and largest city in New Zealand. Explore vineyards, wineries, and zip-lining activities on the second-largest island, the Waiheke Island. Travel to the most iconic island of New Zealand, Rangitoto Island. Enjoy the panoramic view of the young volcano with lava tubes at Rangitoto Island. Explore different species of marine animals from an underwater glass tunnel at Sealife Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium. Sky tower of Auckland features the city's panoramic view and enjoy bungee jumping and delicious food of the revolving restaurant. Take a look at the regional history of the army at the Auckland War Memorial Museum. Visit New Zealand's largest zoo with 130+ species and 900+ native & exotic animals, Auckland Zoo.

  1. Christchurch- Garden City

Christchurch is the oldest city of New Zealand. Four massive earthquakes ruin the city, but you can witness the rebirth of the city from every point. The city reconstructed itself from new buildings to shopping malls and gardens. Visit Christchurch Botanic Garden displays native and exotic species of plants and beautiful gardens to watch natural beauty. Explore the human and natural history of Maori and Antarctic region at Canterbury Museum. Enjoy sightseeing on small, flat-bottomed boat rides at Punting on the Avon. Enjoy the casino, live entertainment and dining experience at Christchurch Casino. Enjoy the world’s great train journey for the scenic view from TranzAlpine. Explore the Quail Island adventures on your New Zealand vacations.

  1. Wellington- Capital City

Wellington is the seaside capital of New Zealand with groovy streets, weekend markets, and pop-up restaurants. Wellington offers panoramic views of the city and coastlines. Visit Zealandia Ecosanctuary, the first completely fenced with 225 ha biodiversity restored in ecosanctuary. Travel to New Zealand’s parliament's iconic executive wing, designed in beehive shape in the 1960s. Explore the botanical garden with native trees and waterfalls, Otari-Wilton’s Bush. Hike on 445 m mountain peak with scenic views of city, harbor, and mountain at Mount Kaukau. Have fun in Frank Kitts Park, a great central park with amazing water slides and playgrounds for children.

  1. Rotorua- Geothermal Region

The geothermal wonders and red lava lines attract tourists to visit Rotorua. Rotorua is the most dramatic topography of your New Zealand vacation trip. The steaming geysers, hissing thermal springs, volcanic craters, and boiling mud pools are the added features of topography. Visit Maori museum and geothermal geyser and crafts institute at Te Puia. Spend some time and relax in hot pools and massage center at Polynesia Spa. Visit volcanic mountain with hiking trails by the tour guides at Mount Tarawera. Enjoy some thrill attractions and adventurous activities with panoramic views at Skyline Rotorua. Visit OGO Rotorua, an amusement site for fun activity in clear plastic ball.

  1. Wanaka- Resort Town

Wanaka, a small town with its friendliness, incredible lakes and features is much-loved getaway on your New Zealand vacation trip. Enjoy boating, swimming, and fishing in the fourth largest lake in New Zealand, Lake Wanaka. Welcome to the Puzzling World, where you can enjoy in optical illusion rooms, maze, and puzzle café. Take skiing challenge at Treble Cone Ski Area with scenic views. Taste different wines at the historic winery and amazing views, Rippon. Take a look at classic and vintage automobiles & motorcycles focusing on the early 20th century at Warbirds & Wheels.

  1. Hamilton- Fountain City

Hamilton is New Zealand’s largest inland city situated at Waikato River. The city offers various colors of nature, nightlife options, and fine-dine restaurants. Get amazing views in WaitomoGlowworm Caves. Visit entertainment complex features gaming & bowling alley, live events, casinos, and restaurants, Skycity Hamilton. Watch classic car museum and enjoy retro diner in the Classics Museum. Enjoy a bike ride in Hamilton Mountain Bike Ride. Solve the time-based puzzle in locked rooms at Confinement Escape Rooms.

  1. Bay of Islands- Coastal Haven

Bay of Island is one of the best places to travel in New Zealand. New Zealand vacation agents will take you for amazing adventure watersports. This stunning region made up of 144 small islets. Try kayaking in the popular spot with scenic beauty near a small waterfall, Haruru Falls. Enjoy sunset and sunrise view on Piercy Island, also known as Hole in the Rock. Enjoy the hiking experience at Cape Brett Peninsula. Visit the historic building, a waterfront museum for heritage exhibits and guided tours, Pompallier House. Take a ferry ride to explore Tapeka Point Beach. You can also taste different types of wines from wineries and take a walk in the vineyards, Omata Estate Vineyard & Kitchen.

  1. Milford Sound- Eighth Wonder of the World

Milford Sound is a large ocean inlet with majestic peaks. The stunning landscapes, snow-capped peaks, and calm blue waters make Milford Sound, the eighth wonder of the world. Travel to the iconic mountain on the shore of Milford Sound, eminent for its steep triangular silhouette, Mitre Peak. New Zealand vacation agent will book a cruise trip for you for your visit to Bowen Falls. Watch dolphins and seals in the underwater observatory surrounded by mountains at Harrison Cove. Enjoy hiking in the Milford Track Trail Head. New Zealand vacation agent will book another excursion tour of a helicopter for an aerial view of Milford Sound from the Freshwater Basin. Explore the second-largest waterfall of Milford Sound, the majestic Stirling Falls. You can enjoy every type of watersports in Milford Sound.

New Zealand is the most amazing place for your vacations. New Zealand vacation agent will take care of all your comforts and for your amazing trip.

 

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