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- Wellington
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Welcome to New Zealand!
Kirra Tours will greet you at the airport, with transport waiting to take you to your hotel.
Bay Plaza Hotel (1 night) |
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2 - Wellington / Blenheim / Nelson
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Your tour departs from the
Bay Plaza Hotel, 40 Oriental Parade at 8.00am.
Join the Interislander Ferry for the scenic cruise to
Picton, enjoy spectacular views of Wellington and the
sheltered waters of Queen Charlotte Sound. Enjoy a warm
welcome from your South Island Coach Captain then on to
Montana Winery for a tasting and winery tour. From this
renowned wine region it’s a fascinating drive to
Nelson noted for its arts and crafts.
Leisure Lodge. (2 nights) |
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3 - Nelson or Abel Tasman National Park
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We recommend an optional day tour to the
Abel Tasman National Park, inclusive of all transfers
and a picnic lunch. By coach to Kaiteriteri then board a
comfortable launch to cruise along the parks coastline.
Either go ashore at Torrent Bay and walk 2 hours to Bark
Bay or come ashore at Bark Bay and explore that area.
From Bark Bay by launch, retrace your journey arriving
in Nelson at 5.00pm. Alternatively, explore Nelson,
follow the art trail, galleries and coffee shops
featuring art, pottery, jewellery, wood and more or
visit Tahunanui with its broad beaches and coastal
panoramas. |
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4 - Nelson / Greymouth
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Lush farmlands then forest
covered ranges to the rugged Buller Gorge – a
spectacular scenic drive. Visit Westport and the coast
near Cape Foulwind, possibly lunch at the award winning
Beach House Cafe and south to explore the Pancake rocks
at Punakaiki. At Greymouth visit Jade Boulder Gallery to
see native jade, mined in remote alpine valleys crafted
into fine jewellery.
Hotel Ashley. (1 night) |
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5 - Greymouth / Fox Glacier
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Remote farms, tiny landlocked lakes with
dense native bush and forest, all dominated by the
towering Southern Alps, highlight your journey to Fox
Glacier. Plenty of time to enjoy a guided walk to the
glaciers terminal face, a helicopter flight and snow
landing or walk to nearby Lake Matheson.
Fox Glacier Hotel. (1 night) |
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6 - Greymouth / Fox Glacier
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Remote farms, tiny landlocked lakes with
dense native bush and forest, all dominated by the
towering Southern Alps, highlight your journey to Fox
Glacier. Plenty of time to enjoy a guided walk to the
glaciers terminal face, a helicopter flight and snow
landing or walk to nearby Lake Matheson.
Fox Glacier Hotel. (1 night) |
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7 - Wanaka / Queenstown
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Drive through a
picturesque region that has a fascinating
history of early settlement and gold mining
for a late morning arrival into the
ever-popular resort of Queenstown. Dinner
tonight is at the spectacular Skyline
Restaurant (entire group).
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have 2 choices for the next three days |
OPTION 1:
The
Greenstone Valley Guided Walk:
Today enjoy the sights, sounds and
activities of Queenstown plus attend a
pre-walk briefing.
Rydges Hotel. (1 night) |
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8 - Queenstown / Steel Creek
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By coach to
Glenorchy then onto the track, stately beech
forests, rocky gorges and silent river pools
with Robins and Tom Tits for company. It is 18km
to Steel Creek Lodge nestled on broad river
flats. |
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9 - Steel Creek / Lake McKellar
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Red tussock land,
ancient bog pines and cottonwoods with sheer
mountainsides above and possibly deer on the
forests edge. 14km to Lake McKellar Lodge. |
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10 - Lake McKellar / Milford Sound
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To the Greenstone
Saddle, through lush forests to Lake Howden,
then ascend Key Summit (919m) an area of
alpine swamp with incredible 360degree views,
so spectacular, then down to rejoin your Tour
on the Milford Road. At The Divide meet the
other group and travel through the Hollyford
Valley and Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound.
Board the Milford Mariner for an overnight
cruise – an undoubted highlight. (1 night) |
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OR.......
OPTION 2:
7 - Wanaka / Queenstown
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At leisure in Queenstown, jet boating, lake cruises, a
day on the Routeburn Track, Lord of the Rings Tours,
rafting and more shops, galleries and boutiques than
you can count – enjoy.
Rydges Hotel. (3 nights) |
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8 - Queenstown
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At leisure in Queenstown. |
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9 - Queenstown
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At leisure in Queenstown.
Dinner day 8 is not included
allowing the opportunity to dine at a restaurant of
your choice. |
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10 - Queenstown / Milford Sound
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Follow the lake to
Kingston, across fertile farmlands to Fiordland. Visit
moody Lake Manapouri then Lake Te Anau. Follow the
Eglinton Valley, native forests, lakes, waterfalls and
towering mountains. At The Divide collect the
Greenstone Trek group and travel through the Hollyford
Valley and Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound.
Board the Milford Mariner for an overnight cruise
– an undoubted highlight. (1 night) |
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- Milford Sound / Dunedin
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Wake to the sounds of silence in a
pristine world. Rugged and remote mountains change to
lush green countryside, which in turn gives way to
rolling hills as you approach Dunedin, the ‘Edinburgh
of the South’. This evening prior to Dinner you will
be treated to a traditional Scottish Haggis Ceremony,
complete with piper, address to the Haggis and gift.
Cargills Hotel. (2 nights) |
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- Dunedin
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A day to enjoy at your
leisure with a multitude of optional activities
available. A Monarch Wildlife Cruise, Natures Wonders
Tour (both featuring penguins, seals and birdlife), the
Taieri Gorge Railway, a Citibus Newtons Tour,
fascinating Larnach Castle or Tour the Cadbury Factory
or Speights Brewery. Have fun! |
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13
- Dunedin / Omarama
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Visit Olveston, Dunedin’s majestic
historic home with its original furnishings. See bush
clad hillsides, tidal estuaries and a rocky coastline,
view the unusual Moeraki Boulders then explore Oamaru.
Follow the Waitaki Valley, passing several hydro lakes
to Omarama.
Heritage Gateway Hotel. (1 night) |
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- Omarama / Mt Cook / Christchurch
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Pass the milky blue waters of Lake Pukaki
to Mt Cook National Park and village, amidst New
Zealand’s highest mountains. At Lake Tekapo view the
Church of the Good Shepherd and Collie Dog memorial with
time for a highly recommended (optional) flight with Air
Safaris. Descend Burkes Pass to the Canterbury Plains
and Christchurch.
Pavillions Hotel. (1 night) |
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- Christchurch
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Today is goodbye to all your new found
friends. You will be transferred to Christchurch
International Airport to join your flight home. |
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Pricing
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Tour prices per Person
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Year round tour price
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£1,456.00 |
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Breakfast Supplement
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£106.00 |
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Dinner Supplement
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£157.00 |
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Single Room Supplement
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£633.00 |
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Abel Tasman Day Tour
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£56.00 |
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Greenstone Valley guided walk - add
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£482.00 |
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If taking Greenstone Valley option
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Breakfast Supplement - add
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£90.00 |
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Dinner Supplement - add
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£140.00 |
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Single Room Supplement - add
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£538.00 |
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 More
General Information here
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Dates
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| Oct 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 24 Oct |
07 Nov |
XV22 |
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| Nov 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 14 Nov |
28 Nov |
XV25 |
| 28 Nov |
12 Dec |
XV27 |
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| Dec 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 05 Dec |
19 Dec |
XV272 |
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| Jan 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 02 Jan |
16 Jan |
XV32 |
| 16
Jan |
30 Jan |
XV34 |
| 23 Jan |
06 Feb |
XV342 |
| 30 Jan |
13 Feb |
XV36 |
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| Feb 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 08
Feb |
22 Feb |
XV362 |
| 13 Feb |
27 Feb |
XV38 |
| 27 Feb |
13 Mar |
XV40 |
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| Mar 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 06 Mar |
20 Mar |
XV182 |
| 13
Mar |
27 Mar |
XV42 |
| 27 Mar |
10 Apr |
XV44 |
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| Apr 2010 |
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Finish |
Code |
| 10 Apr |
24 Apr |
XV46 |
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Extend Your Tour with Pre/Post
Accommodation in Wellington and
Christchurch!
Although all of these tours include accommodation
for one night immediately before and at the end of
the tour many travellers choose to spend an
extra day or two to more fully explore the gateway
cities.
We have special rates at top hotels for Kirra
passengers for this purpose and we will be delighted
to help with this.
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Wellington
- Bay Plaza Hotel
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The Bay Plaza Hotel overlooks the
Harbour and is a perfect base from which
to explore the city. The hotel has
panoramic views of the City, Harbour or
Mt Victoria. Only minutes away from
cafes, restaurants, bars, theatres,
Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa),
nightclubs, beach, and shopping areas.
here
for more detail
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Christchurch
- Pavilions Hotel
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You will find our spacious studio units
located in the main hotel block that
also features the restaurant, reception
and bar. You will have use of tea and
coffee making facilities, a shower, hair
dryer, electric blankets, a mini bar,
television, in-house video, Sky TV and a
telephone for your convenience.
here
for more detail
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Check your dates with
us
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When you have chosen your tour call one of our
consultants to check the availability for your
date. At the same time we can advise you of the
latest best deals on air fares to get you to New
Zealand either to include stopovers or not
depending on your requirements.
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See our
current special offer fares to New Zealand
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