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14-Day New Zealand Winter Vacation Itinerary

Winter vacation travel recommendation! 14-day in-depth tour of New Zealand, explore the natural wonders of the Southern Hemisphere, and enjoy a pure journey! -------- New Zealand, a country where history and nature intertwine🌳. Here you will find the spectacular Milford Sound, unique Maori culture🎭, and intoxicating vineyards🍷. Come to New Zealand and experience the unique Southern Hemisphere style! -------- 🌟 Itinerary: Day 1: Fly from Shanghai to Auckland, New Zealand. Day 2-3: Arrive in Wellington, visit the Te Papa Museum, take the cable car to the top of the mountain for a view, then take a cruise across the Cook Strait to the South Island's Picton for wine tasting and arrive in Kaikoura. Day 4: Go whale watching in Kaikoura, visit the Rose Garden and Avon River in Christchurch. Day 5-6: Take the TranzAlpine train, visit the art town of Hokitika, and head to Queenstown for a 3-night stay. Day 7-8: Free time in Queenstown, check in at popular attractions. Day 9-10: Head to Dunedin, visit the Moeraki Boulders and Oamaru, then head to Mount Cook National Park for a variety of activities. Day 11: Visit Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd, then return to Auckland. Day 12-13: Visit several attractions in Auckland and Rotorua, such as Hobbiton and the Maori Cultural Village, and finally return to Auckland for free time. Day 14: Arrive in Shanghai in the early morning and end your New Zealand trip. -------- Must-see attractions: 🌟 Hobbiton: A recreation of the Middle-earth wonderland from The Lord of the Rings, as if you were walking into a fantasy movie world! 🌌 Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Thousands of beads reflecting in the mirror, green dots of light flickering, taking you into a dreamlike world. 🐑 Agrodome: Here you will find cute animals, bountiful orchards, and rows of kiwi trees waiting for you to explore. 🐧 Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony: Here you can see blue penguins in their natural environment up close, they are so cute! 🐋 Kaikoura Whale Watching Cruise: Want to see giant sperm whales up close? Come here and enjoy the marine life! -------- Travel tips: - The weather in New Zealand is pleasant in February, but the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so remember to bring a thick coat🧥. - The time difference with Beijing is large, so you need to adjust your schedule in advance to avoid jet lag🌙. - The price of specialties varies, so it is recommended to compare more before buying, which is economical and affordable💰. - The local currency is the New Zealand dollar, and the exchange rate fluctuates, so check in advance for peace of mind💶. -------- New Zealand, a dreamlike country, is waiting for you to explore its beauty! 🌈 Don't forget, the meaning of travel is to enjoy the process, and I wish you a pleasant journey!
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