1 - Christchurch
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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.
Pavillions Hotel (1 night) |
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2 - Christchurch/Mount Cook/Omarama
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A city sights tour will highlight the main
attractions of Christchurch before traveling
across the Canterbury Plains into the
MacKenzie Country. View the Church of the Good
Shepherd and the Collie Dog statue at Lake
Tekapo. Opportunity to fly over the Southern
Alps with Air Safaris (optional), before
continuing to Mt Cook National Park. Admire
the majesty of Mt Cook before travelling on to
Omarama.
Heritage Gateway Hotel. (1 night) |
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3 - Omarama/Dunedin
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Pass large hydro
lakes as you travel down the Waitaki Valley to
Oamaru and Dunedin – the “Scottish”
city. An early arrival allows the choice of
excellent optional activities. Combine a
Monarch harbour cruise or Newton’s Citibus
tour to see the albatross, penguins and seals.
Enjoy the historic and scenic Taieri Gorge
train excursion or explore the city only a few
minutes walk away. 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. (1 night)
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4 - Dunedin / Lake Manapouri / Te Anau
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Visit historic
Olveston House, then cross rich farmlands to
the agricultural towns of Gore and Lumsden.
Visit Lake Manapouri before arriving at Lake
Te Anau.
Fiordland National Park Hotel. (1 night) |
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5 - Te Anau / Milford Sound / Queenstown
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Follow the
Eglinton and Hollyford Valleys, pass through
the Homer Tunnel and descend into the Cleddau
Canyon to reach majestic Milford Sound,
dominated by Mitre Peak. A launch cruise takes
you to the open sea and the Bowen and Stirling
Falls. Return to Te Anau and on to Mossburn,
then skirt the shores of Lake Wakatipu to
reach Queenstown. Dinner tonight is at the
Skyline Restaurant, where both the dining and
the views are unsurpassed.
Rydges Hotel. (2 nights) |
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6 - Queenstown
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A day to explore
the delights of this alpine resort at your
leisure. Your Coach Captain will happily
advise on the many sightseeing activities
available. We recommend the world famous
Shotover Jet Boat ride, take a Gondola to the
Skyline high above, a tour to the gold mining
area of Skippers Canyon or for the adventurous
– white water rafting. Alternatively browse
in the many shops and galleries. |
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7 - Queenstown / Haast Pass/ Fox Glacier
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Pass picturesque
Lake Hayes on to an area steeped in
fascinating history relating to early
settlement and the goldmining era, to Lake
Wanaka, a picture postcard resort on the lakes
edge with a spectacular mountain backdrop.
Pass Lake Hawea and the upper reaches of Lake
Wanaka to Makarora into Mt Aspiring and
Westland National Parks. Drive north along the
coast to the glacier region. Explore the
township or take the optional guided walk to
the glacier’s terminal face.
Fox Glacier Hotel. (1 night) |
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8 - Fox Glacier / Greymouth / Christchurch
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Time for an
optional helicopter flight over the glacier
then on to Franz Josef. Snowcapped Southern
Alps dominate the skyline as you pass dense
bush, tiny landlocked lakes and small pockets
of farmland. Visit a Greenstone (Jade) factory
where craftsmen cut and polish giant boulders
to create fine jewellery. Now join the Tranz
Alpine train for one of the most spectacular
rail journeys in the world. Through
rainforests to Otira, snowcapped peaks of the
Southern Alps, the rugged Gorges of the
Waimakariri river and across the Canterbury
Plains to Christchurch.
Pavillions Hotel (1 night) |
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9 - Christchurch / Kaikoura/ Blenheim
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Join the Coastal
Pacific train for a kaleidoscope of scenery
across fertile Canterbury farmland through the
Hundalee Ranges. Follow the Pacific coastline,
with the Kaikoura mountains forming a rugged
backdrop to the west, passing tiny holiday
settlements and Kaikoura, famous for
whale-watching. Arrive in Blenheim early
afternoon. A short tour of the area includes a
visit to Montana Winery. Enjoy a hosted tour
of the winery, learn about and taste a range
of the famous local wines (purchase if you
wish) followed by afternoon tea.
Blenheim Country Hotel (1 night) |
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10 - Blenheim / Picton / Wellington
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Drive to Picton,
nestled on the shores of the Marlborough
Sounds, to board the Interislander ferry. Sail
through picturesque Queen Charlotte Sound,
sheltered waterways, remote bays and isolated
holiday homes. Across Cook Strait and into
Wellington Harbour for spectacular views of
New Zealand’s Capital City. A city tour will
incorporate the summit of Mt Victoria for
panoramic views of the city and harbour, the
Houses of Parliament and the distinctive
“Beehive”, Wellington Cathedral, city
centre and Oriental Bay. Also explore the city
yourself. Don’t miss Te Papa, the “Museum
of New Zealand” or take a ride on the famous
Cable Car.
Bay Plaza Hotel. (1 night) |
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11 - Wellington / Taupo / Rotorua
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Drive to
Paekakariki with views of Kapiti Island and on
a clear day, the South Island. Cross the
Himitangi Plains, through the towns of Levin
and Foxton to Bulls. Across rolling farmland
to the central North Island National Park,
dominated by the volcanic cone of Mt Ruapehu.
Follow the Desert Road to Lake Taupo, New
Zealand’s largest lake and famous for trout
fishing. Stop at Huka Falls skirting massive
pine forests to reach Rotorua, centre of Maori
culture.
Lake Plaza Hotel. (2 nights) |
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12 - Rotorua
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Agrodome for a display featuring New
Zealand’s various sheep breeds with a
shearing demonstration. See pools of brown and
rainbow trout at Rainbow Springs Park and
native birds including the Kiwi. Visit
Whakarewarewa, the Maori Arts and Crafts
Center and Thermal Reserve, with boiling mud,
silica terraces and Pohutu Geyser. The
spectacular Skyline Gondola offers superb
views over city, lake and mountains and for a
little excitement, try a Luge ride with
compliments. Time for optional activities this
afternoon before a Maori hangi (meal) with a
selection of traditionally prepared meats and
vegetables plus conventional dishes, followed
by a concert featuring Maori songs, chants and
the stirring haka. |
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13 - Rotorua / Waitomo / Auckland
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Cross the Mamaku
Ranges to the Waikato region, noted for dairy
farming and world famous horse studs. At
Waitomo, a guide will escort your group
underground to the limestone caverns and glow
worm grotto. On through Hamilton to
Ngaruawahia, centre for the region’s Maori
people, then alongside the Waikato River
before crossing the Bombay Hills to reach New
Zealand’s largest city – Auckland. A city
tour will visit the summit of Skytower, at
328m the tallest building in the Southern
Hemisphere for superb city and harbour views,
the downtown area and Waterfront Drive.
Rydges Hotel. (1 night) |
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14 - Auckland/Bay of Islands
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Cross Auckland’s
Harbour Bridge and drive north along the
Hibiscus Coast to Matakohe and the Kauri
museum telling the story of the Kauri tree and
the regions early settlement, the displays are
superb and their story fascinating. Continue
north through Kawakawa to Paihia and visit New
Zealand’s birthplace, Waitangi. A guided
visit to the famous Treaty House, the Maori
Meeting House and giant war canoe all set in
spectacular grounds overlooking the bay.
Hotel Paihia. (2 nights) |
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15 - Bay of Islands
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A day free for you
to relax and enjoy the many optional
activities available. Your Coach Captain will
happily assist with details. A full day Tour
to Cape Reinga, New Zealand’s northern most
point and Ninety Mile Beach or explore
historic Russell, New Zealand’s first
settlement and visit its original Church,
Mission House and Museum. |
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16 - Bay of Islands/Auckland
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A launch cruise
will take you across the Bay and world
acclaimed fishing grounds to Cape Brett and
the famous "Hole in the Rock".
Returning to Paihia, board your coach for the
journey south through Whangarei and Warkworth
passing the satellite tracking station.
Shortly Auckland city and harbour come into
view.
Rydges Hotel (1 night)
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17 - Auckland
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Today is goodbye to all your new found friends. You will be transferred to Auckland International Airport to join your flight home. |
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Pricing
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Tour prices per Person
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01 May 09 - 30 Sep 09
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£1,714.00 |
£476.00 |
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01 Oct 09 - 31 Jan 10
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£1,982.00 |
£476.00 |
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01 Feb 10 - 30 Apr 10
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£1,982.00 |
£476.00 |
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01 May 10 - 30 Sep 10
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£1,775.00 |
£476.00 |
| Optional Extras |
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Breakfast Supplement
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£134.00 |
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Dinner Supplement
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£202.00 |
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Single Room Supplement
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£577.00 |
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Childrens Breakfast Supplement (2-11)
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£67.00 |
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Childrens Dinner Supplement (2-11)
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£100.00 |
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General Information here
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Dates
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| May 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 10 May |
26 May |
S46 |
| 17 May |
02 Jun |
S47 |
| 24 May |
09 Jun |
S48 |
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| Jun 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 07 Jun |
23 Jun |
S50 |
| 14 Jun |
30 Jun |
S51 |
| 28 Jun |
14 Jul |
S53 |
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| Jul 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 05 Jul |
21 Jul |
S54 |
| 12 Jul |
28 Jul |
S55 |
| 26 Jul |
11 Aug |
S57 |
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| Aug 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 02 Aug |
18 Aug |
S58 |
| 09 Aug |
25 Aug |
S11 |
| 30 Aug |
15 Sep |
S14 |
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| Sep 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 06 Sep |
22 Sep |
S15 |
| 13 Sep |
29 Sep |
S16 |
| 20 Sep |
06 Oct |
S17 |
| 27 Sep |
13 Oct |
S18 |
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| Oct 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 04 Oct |
20 Oct |
S19 |
| 11 Oct |
27 Oct |
S20 |
| 18 Oct |
03 Nov |
S21 |
| 25 Oct |
10 Nov |
S22 |
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| Nov 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 01 Nov |
17 Nov |
S23 |
| 08 Nov |
24 Nov |
S24 |
| 15 Nov |
01 Dec |
S25 |
| 22 Nov |
08 Dec |
S26 |
| 29 Nov |
15 Dec |
S27 |
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| Dec 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 06 Dec |
22 Dec |
S28 |
| 13 Dec |
29 Dec |
S29 |
| 20 Dec |
05 Jan |
S30 |
| 27 Dec |
12 Jan |
S31 |
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| Jan 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 03 Jan |
19 Jan |
S32 |
| 10 Jan |
26 Jan |
S33 |
| 17 Jan |
02 Feb |
S34 |
| 24 Jan |
09 Feb |
S35 |
| 31 Jan |
16 Feb |
S36 |
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| Feb 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 07 Feb |
23 Feb |
S37 |
| 14 Feb |
02 Mar |
S38 |
| 21 Feb |
09 Mar |
S39 |
| 28 Feb |
16 Mar |
S40 |
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| Mar 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 07 Mar |
23 Mar |
S41 |
| 14 Mar |
30 Mar |
S42 |
| 21 Mar |
06 Apr |
S43 |
| 28 Mar |
13 Apr |
S44 |
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| Apr 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 04 Apr |
20 Apr |
S45 |
| 11 Apr |
27 Apr |
S46 |
| 18 Apr |
04 May |
S47 |
| 25 Apr |
11 May |
S48 |
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| May 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
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| 02 May |
18 May |
S49 |
| 09 May |
25 May |
S50 |
| 23 May |
08 Jun |
S52 |
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| Jun 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 13 Jun |
29 Jun |
S55 |
| 27 Jun |
13 Jul |
S57 |
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| Jul 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 11 Jul |
27 Jul |
S59 |
| 18 Jul |
03 Aug |
S60 |
| 25 Jul |
10 Aug |
S61 |
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| Aug 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
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| 01 Aug |
17 Aug |
S62 |
| 22 Aug |
07 Sep |
S13 |
| 29 Aug |
14 Sep |
S14 |
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| Sep 2010 |
| Start |
Finish |
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| 05 Sep |
21 Sep |
S15 |
| 12 Sep |
28 Sep |
S16 |
| 17 Sep |
03 Oct |
S162 |
| 19 Sep |
05 Oct |
S17 |
| 24 Sep |
10 Oct |
S172 |
| 26 Sep |
12 Oct |
S18 |
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Extend Your Tour with Pre/Post
Accommodation in Auckland 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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Auckland - Rydges Hotel
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One
of the best hotel locations in
Auckland. Only two blocks from the
city’s shopping and business
district, one to Skytower and a
few hundred metres to Viaduct
Basin and the waterfront with its
multitude of cafes, bars and
restaurants. Noted for its
friendly and helpful staff Rydges
180 contemporary guest rooms are
extremely well appointed and
tastefully decorated including
"Guestnet" internet
access. Circa Restaurant features
award winning cuisine and its
adjacent bar is an ideal meeting
place before dinner
here
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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
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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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