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- Auckland / Whangamata
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Your tour
departs from Rydges Auckland
Hotel, Federal Street, City
at 8.15am. A tour of
Auckland, to the summit of
Skytower, at 328 metres the
tallest building in the
Southern Hemisphere, the
downtown city area and
waterfront drive, then
experience the thrill of
sailing aboard a 12m yacht
on Auckland Harbour and
visiting the Maritime
Museum, all before driving
to the Coromandel Peninsula.
Breakers Motel. (2
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- Coromandel Peninsula
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A
day of fun and entertainment
with Kiwi Dundee Adventures.
Explore regenerating Kauri
forest and lush fern groves,
the old roads to Puketui an
1890’s gold mining town
and visit a gold mine
studded with glowworms. Walk
on isolated beaches and if
conditions permit, a dip in
the springs at Hotwater
Beach. |
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- Whangamata / Rotorua
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On to Rotorua
and the Agrodome to see New
Zealand’s various sheep
breeds and a shearing
demonstration. Stroll
through Rainbow Springs Park
to see Rainbow and Brown
Trout plus native birds and
animals including the Kiwi.
Take the spectacular Skyline
Skyride for superb views
over the city, lake and
mountains and try a luge
ride with our compliments.
This evening enjoy a Maori
Hangi (meal), a selection of
traditionally prepared meats
and vegetables plus more
conventional dishes, all
followed by a concert
featuring Maori songs,
chants and the stirring haka.
Lake Plaza Hotel. (1
night) |
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- Rotorua / Turangi
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Visit
Whakarewarewa, the Maori
Arts and Crafts Centre and
Thermal Reserve with its
boiling mud, silica terraces
and Pohutu Geyser. Pass
massive pine forests, see
the Wairakei Geothermal
Valley and Huka Falls to
reach Taupo, New Zealand’s
largest lake. Skirt its
shores to Turangi with time
for trout fishing, many
picturesque walks or if you
are daring, white water
rafting.
Bridge Tongariro Resort
(1 night) |
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- Turangi / Wellington
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Cross the
National Park with its
volcanic peaks to Bulls and
Levin, then along the Kapiti
coast to the Capital City,
Wellington, a tour includes
Mt Victoria, the Houses of
Parliament, Wellington
Cathedral and Oriental Bay
with time to explore the
city and Te Papa, the Museum
of New Zealand.
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- Wellington / Blenheim / Nelson
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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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- 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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- 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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- 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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- Fox Glacier / Wanaka
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Follow
the rugged coastline then
inland across the Alps and
the Haast Pass to the
impressive bushlands of the
Aspiring National Park. At
Wanaka a choice of two
afternoon activities. Either
a launch cruise across the
lake to Stevensons Island, a
nature reserve, for a bush
walk followed by
refreshments. Look for the
native Buff Weka, a small,
flightless bird whose
curiosity is likely to
attract them close to you.
Alternatively a very
picturesque walk along a
track beside the Clutha
River as it flows from Lake
Wanaka to a picnic spot.
Enjoy light refreshments and
a thrilling jet boat
excursion on the river
tailored to suit – full on
exciting, leisurely scenic
cruising or somewhere in
between.
Mt Aspiring Hotel. (1
night) |
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- 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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You have 2 choices
for the next three
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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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12
- 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. Its 18km
to Steel Creek
Lodge nestled on
broad river flats. |
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13
- 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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14
- 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:
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- 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. Dinner
day 13 is not included
allowing the opportunity
to dine at a restaurant of
your choice.
Rydges Hotel. (3
nights) |
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- Queenstown
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At
leisure in Queenstown. |
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- Queenstown
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At
leisure in Queenstown. |
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14
- 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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15
- 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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- 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
ChristchurchYour tour will
conclude at approximately
5.00pm after a brief city
tour. |
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Pricing
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Tour prices per Person
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All year round price
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£1,655.00 |
| Optional Extras |
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Breakfast Supplement
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£128.00 |
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Dinner Supplement
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£178.00 |
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Single Room Supplement
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£645.00 |
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Abel Tasman day tour
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£50.00 |
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Greenstone Valley guided walk - add
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£415.00 |
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If taking Greenstone Valley option
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Breakfast Supplement - add
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£112.00 |
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Dinner Supplement - add
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£164.00 |
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Single Room Supplement - add
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£575.00 |
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General Information here
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Dates
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| Sep 2008 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 23 Sep |
10 Oct |
X10 |
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| Oct 2008 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 14 Oct |
31 Oct |
X11 |
| 31 Oct |
17 Nov |
X112 |
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| Nov 2008 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 04 Nov |
21 Nov |
X12 |
| 25 Nov |
12 Dec |
X13 |
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| Dec 2008 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 16 Dec |
02 Jan |
X14 |
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| Jan 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 06 Jan |
23 Jan |
X15 |
| 13 Jan |
30 Jan |
X152 |
| 20 Jan |
06 Feb |
X16 |
| 27 Jan |
13 Feb |
X162 |
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| Feb 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 03 Feb |
20 Feb |
X17 |
| 10 Feb |
27 Feb |
X172 |
| 19 Feb |
08 Mar |
X173 |
| 24 Feb |
13 Mar |
X18 |
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| Mar 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
Code |
| 03 Mar |
20 Mar |
X182 |
| 10 Mar |
27 Mar |
X19 |
| 17 Mar |
03 Apr |
X192 |
| 24 Mar |
10 Apr |
X20 |
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| Apr 2009 |
| Start |
Finish |
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| 07 Apr |
24 Apr |
X21 |
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Extend Your Tour with Pre/Post
Accommodation in Auckland and
Christchurch!
To get the best out of this holiday why not have an
hotel stay either before or after the tour (or both)
which will make your trip an even more relaxing and
enjoyable experience. We have special rates at top
hotels for Kirra passengers for this purpose.
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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
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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us
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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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special offer fares to New Zealand
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