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 | 1: ARRIVE AUCKLAND
“Haere Mai” – Welcome to New Zealand! Arrive in Auckland and transfer (included) to your waterfront hotel.... Details » |
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 | 2: AUCKLAND / HOKIANGA COAST
Travel North from Auckland to the fascinating Kauri Museum at Matakohe before continuing to the Waipoua Forest for a Footprints in the Forest tour.... Details » |
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 | 3: HOKIANGA COAST / PAIHIA (BAY OF ISLANDS)
Farewell the Hokianga coast and travel to the Bay of Islands, enjoying a Birth of the Nation tour and walk along 90 Mile Beach on the way.... Details » |
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 | 4: PAIHIA / AUCKLAND
Today you will experience a sensational Dolphin Discovery 'Hole in the Rock' tour as you cruise the clear waters of the Bay of Islands. Visit Cape Brett and Urapukapuka Island, viewing whales and dolphins. Return to the jetty and travel back down to Auckland, stopping at the Whanagrei Boat Harbour for some gift shopping on the way.... Details » |
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 | 5: AUCKLAND / WAITOMO / ROTORUA
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Auckland, the world’s largest Polynesian city, before travelling south through Ngaruawahia to the magnificent Waitomo Caves. After exploring the world famous caves you will continue to Rotorua, New Zealand’s geothermal wonderland and centre of Maoridom.... Details » |
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 | 6: ROTORUA
This morning you will travel out to the Agrodome (the world’s longest running farm show) and visit the Whakarewarewa Maori Village and the Pohutu Geyser. This afternoon is at leisure to relax or to take one of the many optional tours (own cost) available. Tonight you will experience New Zealand’s award winning cultural show at the Tamaki Maori Village.... Details » |
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 | 7: ROTORUA / TAUPO / NAPIER / MASTERTON
Travel south from Rotorua to Taupo, viewing the Geothermal Power Plant along the way and stopping at the thunderous Huka Falls. Continue to Napier, the art deco capital of the world and enjoy some free time discovering this unique city. Travel through the orchards and vineyards of Hastings, finishing your day in Masterton at the sensational Solway Park Resort.... Details » |
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 | 8: MASTERTON / WELLINGTON
Enjoy a morning stroll through Await Gardens, then visit Paua World and marvel at this magnificent New Zealand sea shell being turned into beautiful, low cost jewellery. Continue on to the wine centre of Martinborough and the award winning Tirohana Estate. From there head to Wellington - the capital of New Zealand. You will enjoy a brief sightseeing tour before visiting Te Papa Museum for an exclusive guided tour.... Details » |
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 | 9: WELLINGTON / PICTON / CHRISTCHURCH
Cross the beautiful Cook Strait on the InterIslander Ferry from Wellington to Picton. Journey south to Kaikoura and after some seal spotting, continue to the garden city of Christchurch.... Details » |
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 | 10: CHRISTCHURCH / FOX
Travel from Christchurch to the west coast today, crossing the alluvial Canterbury Plains as you head to the Southern Alps. Alternatively, take the Tranz Alpine Rail journey (extra cost) to Arthurs Pass and meet up with your coach here before continuing on with the group to Hokitika and then on to the glacier village of Fox.... Details » |
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 | 11: FOX / WANAKA
After a leisurely morning and a walk to Lake Matheson, depart Fox and travel south through the Mt Aspiring National Park. Arrive at the pretty town of Wanaka and your lakeside resort.... Details » |
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 | 12: WANAKA / QUEENSTOWN
Travel to the alpine village of Queenstown today, a popular destination and an icon of New Zealand famous for it's adventure and adrenalin based activities. Enjoy lunch and Cellar Door at Gibbston Valley Winery.... Details » |
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 | 13: QUEENSTOWN / MILFORD / TE ANAU
Travel the famous 'road to Milford' and enjoy a scenic cruise of the spectacular Milford Sound. Enjoy an international buffet lunch and marvel at the waterfalls, wildlife and scenery as you cruise the calm waters. Re-trace your steps back to Te Anau and relax at your hotel.... Details » |
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 | 14: TE ANAU / DUNEDIN
Travel east to Dunedin, the 'Edinburgh of New Zealand', known for the Scottish influences. After a Scottish welcome, enjoy a tour of the Speights Heritage Brewery where you will pour your own brew. After your tour, enjoy a delicious Specialty dinner at the Ale House Restaurant.... Details » |
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 | 15: DUNEDIN / MT COOK
Today you will get up close and personal with the wildlife on the Otago Peninsula at Natures Wonders. You will also visit Larnach Castle for a guided tour, as you learn about the history, the scandals and the tragedy. Departing Dunedin in the afternoon, you will travel through Oamaru and on to Mt Cook, New Zealand's tallest mountain.... Details » |
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 | 16: AORAKI MT COOK
You have an ENTIRE day here at Mt Cook and with so much to see and do, you can choose to fill your day with activities or simply relax and soak up the scenery and ambience.... Details » |
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 | 17: MT COOK / CHRISTCHURCH
Farewell the Southern Alps as you journey to Christchurch, stopping at various landmarks such as Lake Tekapo and The Church of the Good Shepherd along the way.... Details » |
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 | 18: CHRISTCHURCH
Enjoy an ENTIRE day of leisure in this garden city that offers so much to see and do with something for everyone. Visit the Canterbury Museum, Art Gallery, Cathedral, Christchurch Art Centre and if you're here on a Saturday, don't miss the Saturday Markets at the Art Centre! You can go Hot Air Ballooning, Punting on the Avon River or take a day tour to Akaroa, Kaikoura or Hanmer Springs. All of this is possible and we can assist with all activities and day tours. ... Details » |
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 | 19: CHRISTCHURCH / TOUR END
Your tour concludes. If you are departing today you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.... Details » |
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