Top 10 things to do in New Zealand

1. From Auckland, jump aboard a ferry to Waiheke Island for beautiful beaches, forest and vineyards just 35 minutes away.

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2. Get your adrenaline fix by taking on the challenge of the original Kawarau Bridge bungee jump in Queenstown.

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3. Soak up the stunning views on a day tour to Arthur’s Pass on the scenic Tranzalpine railway from Christchurch.

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4. For Wellington’s best views, make for the lookout at the top of Mount Victoria.

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5. Head through Fiordland and discover the towering beauty of Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound.

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6. Hike to see the stunning Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers on the rugged West Coast.

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7. Go whale watching or dolphin swimming at Kaikoura, midway between Picton and Christchurch.

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8. Relax amongst the geysers, mud pools and thermal springs of Rotorua, where traditional Maori culture and rejuvenating natural spas are the highlights.

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9. Explore the Lord of the Rings at the Hobbiton movie set near Hamilton or in Wellington, visit Weta workshop which produced special effects and props for the movie.

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10. Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing – with turquoise pools, glowing lava flows and hissing craters this is surely the most spectacular day walk in New Zealand.