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Whales & National Parks
(Tour Code : T33)
Christchurch - Kaikoura - Blenheim - Nelson - Greymouth - Christchurch
Five Day Tour.
Details
TranzCoastal train journey - Abel Tasman National Park tour - TranzAlpine train journey - Paparoa National Park Tour
DEPARTS: 7.30am Daily
Reporting time 7.00am. Daily departures from Christchurch Railway Station at 7.30am
DAY 1: Christchurch - Kaikoura
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 mountains to arrive in Kaikoura. Conditions permitting, you may like
to take a cruise to see the whales and other marine life which feeds in this area.
Overnight Kaikoura.
Day 2: Kaikoura - Blenheim - Nelson
Rejoin the Tranz Coastal train and turn inland to Blenheim, joining your coach, you
journey past vineyards and orchards to Nelson. Stay two nights in Nelson.
DAY 3: At Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park Tour
Your full-day excursion begins with a drive through orchard country to Motueka, then on to
Kaiteriteri Beach to board your launch. You may choose to remain on board your
launch for the duration of the cruise, or to disembark to walk part of the track,
before meeting your launch again in a different bay.
DAY 4: Nelson - Greymouth
Travel through the Buller Gorge to Westport and down the coast to the unique formations
known as the Pancake Rocks. On arrival, you will be met for a tour of the Papanui
National Park, seeing the limestone landscape and taking a short guided walk through the
rainforest. Overnight in Greymouth
DAY 5: Greymouth - Christchurch
The morning is at your leisure. This afternoon, board the renowned Tranz Alpine
train adn travel through the lengthy Otira Tunnel, over Arthurs Pass and across the
Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. Tour ends on arrival at approximately 6.05 pm.
Tour Costs
| Cost Per Person | Share Twin | Single | Triple | Breakfast option | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze | $1,019.00 | $1,379.00 | $969.00 | $108.00 | |||
| Silver | $1,139.00 | $1,659.00 | $1,089.00 | $128.00 | |||
| Gold | $1,239.00 | $1,819.00 | $1,189.00 | $144.00 |
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.
