New Zealand escorted coach tour - 10 day Northern Escape

10 day "Northern Escape"
Escorted coach tour of
New Zealand
with Kirra Tours

1 - Christchurch

	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)

2 - Christchurch / Kaikoura/ Blenheim

Join the Tranz Coastal 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)

3 - Blenheim / Picton / Wellington

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)

4 - Wellington / Taupo / Rotorua

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)

5 - Rotorua

A sightseeing tour visits the 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.

6 - Rotorua / Waitomo / Auckland

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)

7 - Auckland / Bay of Islands

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)

8 - Bay of Islands

	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.

9 - Bay of Islands / Auckland

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)

10 - Auckland

Today is goodbye to all your new found friends. You will be transferred to Auckland International Airport to join your flight home.

Pricing

Price Per Person	Adult	Children (2-15)
01 May 2009 - 30 Sep 2009	£1058	£280
01 Oct 2009 - 30 Apr 2010	£1131	£280
01 May 2010 - 30 Sep 2010	£1092	£280

Optional Extras
Breakfast Supplement	£84.00
Dinner Supplement	£106.00
Single Room Supplement	£336.00

More General Information here

Dates

May 2009
Start	Finish	Code
04 May	11 May	I44
18 May	25 May	I46
25 May	01 Jun	I47

Jun 2009
Start	Finish	Code
01 Jun	08 Jun	I48
15 Jun	22 Jun	I50

Jul 2009
Start	Finish	Code
06 Jul	13 Jul	I53
13 Jul	20 Jul	I54
20 Jul	27 Jul	I55

Aug 2009
Start	Finish	Code
03 Aug	10 Aug	I57
10 Aug	17 Aug	I58
17 Aug	24 Aug	I11

Sep 2009
Start	Finish	Code
07 Sep	14 Sep	I14
14 Sep	21 Sep	I15
21 Sep	28 Sep	I16
28 Sep	05 Oct	I17

Oct 2009
Start	Finish	Code
05 Oct	12 Oct	I18
12 Oct	19 Oct	I19
19 Oct	26 Oct	I20
26 Oct	02 Nov	I21

Nov 2009
Start	Finish	Code
02 Nov	09 Nov	I22
09 Nov	16 Nov	I23
16 Nov	23 Nov	I24
23 Nov	30 Nov	I25
30 Nov	07 Dec	I26

Dec 2009
Start	Finish	Code
07 Dec	14 Dec	I27
14 Dec	21 Dec	I28
21 Dec	28 Dec	I29
28 Dec	04 Jan	I30

Jan 2010
Start	Finish	Code
04 Jan	11 Jan	I31
11 Jan	18 Jan	I32
18 Jan	25 Jan	I33
25 Jan	01 Feb	I34

Feb 2010
Start	Finish	Code
01 Feb	08 Feb	I35
08 Feb	15 Feb	I36
15 Feb	22 Feb	I37
22 Feb	01 Mar	I38

Mar 2010
Start	Finish	Code
01 Mar	08 Mar	I39
08 Mar	15 Mar	I40
15 Mar	22 Mar	I41
22 Mar	29 Mar	I42
29 Mar	05 Apr	I43

Apr 2010
Start	Finish	Code
05 Apr	12 Apr	I44
12 Apr	19 Apr	I45
19 Apr	26 Apr	I46
26 Apr	03 May	I47

May 2010
Start	Finish	Code
03 May	10 May	I48
10 May	17 May	I49
17 May	24 May	I50
31 May	07 Jun	I52

Jun 2010
Start	Finish	Code
21 Jun	28 Jun	I55

Jul 2010
Start	Finish	Code
05 Jul	12 Jul	I57
19 Jul	26 Jul	I59
26 Jul	02 Aug	I60

Aug 2010
Start	Finish	Code
02 Aug	09 Aug	I61
09 Aug	16 Aug	I62
30 Aug	06 Sep	I13

Sep 2010
Start	Finish	Code
06 Sep	13 Sep	I14
13 Sep	20 Sep	I15
20 Sep	27 Sep	I16
25 Sep	02 Oct	I162
27 Sep	04 Oct	I17

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.

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

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Christchurch - Pavilions Hotel

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.

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Check your dates with us

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See our current special offer fares to New Zealand

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