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Suggested route
- Queenstown · 2 nights
Gateway; bungy, jet boats, mountain views - Milford Sound · 2 nights
Fiordland's crown jewel; cruise & hiking - Te Anau · 1 nights
Glowworm caves; lakeside base - Wanaka · 2 nights
Quieter alpine town; stunning lake, day hikes - Mount Cook region · 2 nights
NZ's highest peak; glacier walks, dramatic scenery - Christchurch · 2 nights
East coast gateway; arts precinct, farmer markets
Where to stay: Mix boutique lodges (Wanaka, Milford) with comfortable mid-range hotels (Queenstown, Christchurch).
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