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A 12-Day In-Depth New Zealand Adventure: Your Ultimate Guide Has Arrived!

Besties! Ready for a magical 12-day journey through New Zealand? Here's the ultimate guide you need! The scenery is straight out of a movie, breathtakingly beautiful! Don't miss out, say goodbye to regrets! / As the ancestral home of the Māori people and the filming location of Hobbiton🎥, New Zealand🇳🇿 not only boasts a rich cultural heritage but also unparalleled natural beauty🏞️. From vibrant city life🏙️ to pristine surfing paradises🏄‍♀️, from ancient and mysterious Māori tribes to the star-studded Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve🌌, this enchanting country has something for everyone! / 🕺Itinerary Overview: Day 1:✈️The flight takes off, and 12 hours later, you'll arrive in Auckland. Day 2-3:Hop from Auckland to Christchurch, enjoying picturesque scenery along the way; go whale watching in Kaikoura, and then relax in Hanmer Springs. Day 4-5:Lake Tekapo, the Church of the Good Shepherd, endless stunning scenery; experience a helicopter tour over Mount Cook, stroll through Arrowtown and Queenstown, and discover the joy of exploration. Day 6-7:Free time in Queenstown, check in at popular restaurants, and experience outdoor activities; take in the beauty of the OXBOW track and Dunedin. Day 8-10:Explore the Waitomo Caves, enjoy a buffet at the Rotorua Skyline, visit the Agrodome, get up close with alpacas and Hobbiton, and experience a myriad of delights. Day 11-12:After exploring Rotorua and Auckland, it's time to head home. Enjoy the warmth of returning, arriving back in Shanghai 12 days later. / Must-See Attractions: 🌳Hobbiton: A must-see for fans of *The Lord of the Rings*! It perfectly recreates the Middle-earth scenery from the movies, making you feel like you're in a magical world of adventure. 🌌Waitomo Caves: Like walking under a starry sky, with twinkling green lights all around you, it's incredibly dreamy. It's like entering an ocean of light. 🌋Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland: Stroll along the trails, with mud pools and hot springs beside you, as if you're traveling through a volcanic wonderland. 🚜Agrodome: With adorable animals, fruit-laden orchards, and rows of kiwi trees, it's like living in a pastoral poem. / Tips:✈️Airport Transportation: Major cities in New Zealand have airports with convenient bus and taxi services outside. (Note: Cash is required for bus fares!) 🥘Food: New Zealand's seafood and dairy products are world-renowned. Pair them with local fine wines for a truly satisfying culinary experience!😋💁‍♀️Visa Information: Chinese passport holders need to apply for a visa in advance to travel to New Zealand. Processing may take about 4 weeks after submission, so plan ahead! 🕑 Finally, remember that New Zealand drives on the left!🚗 / That's all for the New Zealand travel guide. I hope you have a wonderful and smooth trip, enjoying the beauty of New Zealand!🥰🎉
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Posted: Feb 28, 2025
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