Qingming Festival: An 11-Day New Zealand Itinerary

Explore New Zealand during the Qingming holiday! This 11-day itinerary will guide you through the unique spring scenery of the Southern Hemisphere. Don't miss out! -------------------- 🏃Itinerary: Day 1: Depart from Shanghai and fly to Auckland on Air New Zealand's Dreamliner. Days 2-3: Explore Auckland, then fly to Christchurch. Admire the street art in the Garden City. Afterward, travel to Greymouth and then to Fox Glacier or Franz Josef Glacier. See the Pancake Rocks and Lake Matheson. Days 4-5: Explore the West Coast glacier towns. Optional helicopter tours of the glaciers are available. Then, head to Wanaka, passing by That Wanaka Tree. Finally, arrive in Queenstown for a stroll and free time. Days 6-7: Enjoy a full day of free time in Queenstown. Optional activities include skydiving or a day trip to Milford Sound. Afterward, travel to Mount Cook National Park. Optional easy hikes in Hooker Valley or on the Tasman Glacier View Track. Stay overnight at a hotel in the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Day 8: Visit Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd. Afterward, return to Christchurch and fly back to Auckland. Days 9-10: Explore Auckland, then visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Rotorua. Enjoy dinner at a mountaintop restaurant. Afterward, visit the Agrodome and Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata. Day 11: End the trip and arrive in Shanghai. -------------------- Tips: - Souvenir Prices🏷️: New Zealand specialties such as wool products and Manuka honey are relatively expensive. It is recommended to compare prices. - Airport Transportation🚗: From the airport to the city center, you can choose taxis, buses, or pre-book a private car service. Planning your trip in advance will save you worry. - March Weather🌦️: March in New Zealand is mild and rainy. Remember to bring rain gear and a warm jacket. - Outdoor Activities🏞️: Pay attention to safety during outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing, and prepare the necessary equipment. - Local Customs🎉: Respect local culture and customs, be polite, and enjoy a pleasant journey! -------------------- Come to New Zealand, immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of this pure land, and let travel be a baptism for your soul!