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New Zealand Essentially
(Tour Code : T18)
Christchurch - Dunedin - Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown - Christchurch - Picton
- Wellington - Rotorua - Waitomo - Auckland
10 Day Tour.
Details
All accommodation and travel - Christchurch - Dunedin - Lake Te Anau - Milford Sound cruise - Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch - TranzCoastal train - Interislander ferry - Wellington - Rotorua tour - Waitomo tour - Auckland
DEPARTS: 8.00am Daily
Report to 123 Worcester Street at 7.30 am.
DAY 1: Christchurch - Dunedin
Travel south to Timaru, and Oamaru. Cross Mt Cargill to Dunedin, the 'Edinburg
of the South'. Arrive in early afternoon with time for optional sightseeing of the
wildlife of the Otago Peninsula. Overnight in Dunedin.
DAY 2: Dunedin - Te Anau
This morning is free for optional sightseeing. - Now is the rich farming country of
South Otago and Southland as we travel to Balclutha and turn west to Gore. The
countryside becomes drier as you reach Lumsden, Mossburn and your first glimpse of
Fiordland. Overnight in Te Anau.
DAY 3: Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown
As you travel through the Fiordland National Park you will pass the Mirror Lake, the
Chasm, the Homer Tunnel and the Cleddau Chasm. A cruise on Milford Sound
beneath lofty Mitre Peak, waterfalls and out to the mouth of the Tasman Sea
is included. Then you climb out of Milford Sound to Te Anau and across country to
the alpine playground of Queenstown. Three nights in Queenstown
DAYS 4 & 5: At Queenstown
Two full days for you to enjoy this fabulous resort. We have included the Skyline Gondola
and the Kiwi Magic Movie in your tour. There are dozens of optional activities as well,
thrilling jet boat rides to leisurely lake cruises, 4WD safaris, bungy jumping.
DAY 6: Queenstown - Mt Cook - Christchurch
Travel through the rocky Kawarau Gorge and past Cromwell to climb up and over the
Lindis Pass. The Mackenzie Country lies before you as you head towards Mt Cook in
the heart of the Southern Alps. You have a brief stop here for optional flight
seeing or lunch(not included) before travelling on to Tekapo to see the Church of the Good
Shepperd. Cross Burkes Pass to Fairlies before returning to Christchurch, where
you will overnight.
DAY 7: Christchurch - Picton - Wellington
The Tranz Coastal train makes an early start through dry North Canterbury sheep country.
Next it edges along the narrow coastal strip between the ocean and the rugged
Kaikora Ranges, before turning inland to Blenheim and Picton. Board the
Interislander ferry to cruise through the Marlborough Sounds and across Cook
Strait to the Wellington in the North Island. You will arrive in the late
afternoon so consider an evening sightseeing tour or an additional night in Wellington to
explore the capital city. Overnight in Wellington.
DAY 8: Wellington - Rotorua
Travel north along the Kaikora Coast and then ascend the central plateau,
where the peaks of Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngauruhoe stand watch over Lake Taupo.
Pass the steam fields of Wairakei and exotic forests to arrive in fiery Rotorua. We
recommend you attend a fascinating Maori hangi(feast) and concert tonight (optional).
Stay two nights in Rotorua
DAY 9: At Rotorua
A half day sightseeing tour is included. You will see roaring geysers, boiling mud
pools at the thermal area, tame trout at the springs and performing sheep and dogs at the
Agrodome. This afternoon is free and there are many activities to enjoy.
DAY 10: Rotorua - Waitomo - Auckland
After leaving fiery Rotorua, you travel to Waitomo for a tour of the limestone caves.
Board an underground punt to cruise in awe below a galaxy of glow-worms. Continue via
Hamilton and the Waikato River to Auckland once more. You arrive at approximately
5.10 pm.
Tour Costs
| Cost Per Person | Share Twin | Single | Triple | Breakfast option | |||
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| Bronze | $2,139.00 | $3,009.00 | $1,989.00 | $243.00 | |||
| Silver | $2,419.00 | $3,549.00 | $2,219.00 | $288.00 | |||
| Gold | $2,659.00 | $4,039.00 | $2,479.00 | $324.00 |
Farmstay Option
| Replace a night in Rotorua or Dunedin with a night in a rural environment. Enjoy dinner and breakfast with your host family and experience a country lifestyle. Triple share may not be available- on request only. (All prices in NZ Dollars) | |||
| Cost Per Person | Standard | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Share Twin | $76.00 | ||
Meeting and Departure Services
| For overseas visitors, our representative will meet you at the airport, take you to your pretour hotel, give you your tour documents and, next morning transfer you to your coach or train. (or visa versa on departure) Costs including accommodation. (All prices in NZ Dollars) | ||||||
| Cost Per Person | Bronze | Silver | Gold | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AUCKLAND |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$139.00 $259.00 $129.00 |
$159.00 $289.00 $139.00 |
$179.00 $329.00 $159.00 |
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WELLINGTON |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$129.00 $229.00 $109.00 |
$149.00 $249.00 $129.00 |
$189.00 $339.00 $159.00 |
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CHRISTCHURCH |
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| Share Twin Single Triple |
$129.00 $199.00 $109.00 |
$149.00 $259.00 $129.00 |
$159.00 $279.00 $149.00 |
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Additional nights available an any destination
Add an extra night at a competitive rate - To extend your tour, advise your consultant at the time of booking. Popular destinations for additional nights are Auckland, Christchurch, Glaciers, Wellington, Rotorua and Dunedin. We also recommend that travellers spend extra nights before and after a tour to explore the gateway cities, as each has its own unique attractions - just ask.
This tour also operates in reverse; ex Auckland - Click Here
