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Day 1 - Arrive Auckland and stay overnight |
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Located on the
waterfront Auckland city enjoys wonderful views across the harbour
to the popular seaside village of Devonport. Auckland is a cosmopolitan
city that benefits from its mix of Pacific and European
cultures, take time to enjoy these influences and the resulting
art and cuisine.
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Accommodation:
Hotel -
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1 night
Gold -
Platinum
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Day 2 - Auckland to Bay of Islands |
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Travel via the
west coast through the magnificent Waipoua Kauri Forest, wonder
at "Tane Mahuta' the 'father of the forest' the largest Giant
Kauri. Stop at Hokianga Harbour where the harbor entrance features
enormous sand dunes. Then on to finish the day in the stunning
Bay of Islands, beautiful with cultural and historic significance
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Accommodation:
Hotel -
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2 nights
Gold -
Platinum
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Day 3 - Bay of Islands |
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The Bay of Islands
incorporates a beautiful, jagged coastline of around 800kms
and encompasses 150 islands. Activity options include sailing,
Maori concerts, scenic flights, snorkelling, swimming with dolphins,
big game fishing, boat trips around the bay and excellent sea
kayaking.
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Activity included:
Hotel -
Discover the Bay Cruise
Silver -
Discover the
Bay Cruise
Gold - Discover
the Bay Cruise
Platinum - Cape Reinga &
Ninety Mile Beach fly/drive trip
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Day 4 - Bay of Islands to Rotorua |
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Take the direct
route south today that passes by the city of Whangarei with
its lively Quayside basin, also the attractive village of Warkworth.
Another glimpse of Auckland city as you make your way towards
Hamilton alongside the Waikato River. Cambridge and Tirau provide
excellent opportunities for a 'refreshment' stop as you near
your destination, the lakeside city of Rotorua. Here you will
find a fantastic diversity of scenery and activities to suit
all interests.
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Accommodation:
Hotel -
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2 nights
Gold -
Platinum
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Day 5 - Rotorua |
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Full day in Rotorua to enjoy the many thermal
and cultural sights, Rotorua also has excellent fishing, an
interesting golf course with mud pools and Geysers, mountain
bike tracks and forest trails. Scenic drives to stunning lakeside
picnic spots and summer swims.
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Activity included:
Hotel -
Maori Concert & Hangi Feast
Silver -
Maori Concert
& Hangi Feast
Gold - Maori
Concert & Hangi Feast
Platinum - Mt Tarawera scenic
flight & landing
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Day 6 - Rotorua fly to Christchurch |
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Take an 'island hopping' flight today to the
largest city in the South Island. Christchurch is an eclectic
mix of colonial heritage and new world modernism. The Avon River,
with its cascading willows, cuts through the city and provides
the setting for parks and gardens. Bounded by hills, river plains
and the sea the city and its greater area has an abundance of
activities and points of scenic interest.
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Accommodation:
Hotel -
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2 nights
Gold -
Platinum
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Day 7 - Christchurch |
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Consider an early morning balloon flight the
ideal way to experience stunning views across the plains to
the Southern Alps and Pegasus Bay. Spend the day visiting galleries
and gardens or take a nature cruise on nearby Lyttelton Harbour.
Beyond the harbour you will find the intriguing volcanic land
form of Banks Peninsula with its many sheltered bays and settlements
including picturesque Akaroa where you can enjoy lunch in the
village and swim with dolphins in the sheltered waters.
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Day 8 - Christchurch to Fox Glacier
(Lake Moeraki for Platinum)
including the TranzAlpine Train |
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Travel aboard the TranzAlpine Train, famous for
its breathtaking scenery during its dramatic cross island journey,
arriving on the temperate West Coast early afternoon. Pick up
your rental car and head south along the coastal route that
will take you through historic towns, past bush clad lakes and
wild beaches. This region is packed with natural features including
the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.
Platinum package continues through to Lake Moeraki for an eco-lodge
experience.
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Accommodation:
Hotel -
Silver -
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2 nights
Gold -
Platinum
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Day 9 - Fox Glacier (Lake Moeraki for Platinum) |
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Fox Glacier based stays include a guided walk
onto the glacier for an exhilarating and memorable experience.
Platinum package includes wilderness experiences from the temperate
rainforest/coastal location near Lake Moeraki.
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Activity included:
Hotel -
Half day guided glacier
walk
Silver -
Half day guided
glacier walk
Gold - Half day
guided glacier walk
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Day 10 - Fox Glacier to Queenstown |
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Leaving behind the lush vegetation of South Westland
you will travel the hills and valleys of the Haast Pass where
roadside walkways provide easy access to a number of waterfalls
and mountain pools. Emerge into the tussock country of the Southern
Lakes district as you pass lakes Wanaka, Hawea and Dunstan.
The fruit and wine growing region around Cromwell leads you
to the craggy confines of the Kawarau Gorge famous for its historic
bridge and some spectacularly located vineyards. Finish this
full day of sightseeing in beautiful Queenstown.
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Accommodation:
Hotel -
Silver -
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3 nights
Gold -
Platinum
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Days 11 & 12 - Queenstown |
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Journey up the
Dart River into the stunning
scenery of the Mount Aspiring National Park. Then free time
to enjoy some of the many other Queenstown activities. Ride
the Gondola for spectacular views over the town and across the
lake to the mountains, Bungy jump, take one of the
many hikes including the famous Routeburn Track for a day. Catch
a fish, white water rafting, horse treks, winery visits, the
possibilities are endless!
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Activity included:
Hotel -
Dart River Safari
Silver -
Dart River Safari
Gold -
Dart River Safari
Platinum
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Ultimate Nature Experience Incl
Dart River Safari
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Day 13 - Queenstown to Te Anau |
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A two
and a half hour drive today means you can spend the morning
in Queenstown or the afternoon in Te Anau, allowing time to
visit the amazing glow worm caves. The journey today begins
with a scenic drive beside Lake Wakatipu before crossing predominantly
grazing country, then to the boundary of the Fiordland National
Park.
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Accommodation:
Hotel -
Silver -
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2 nights
Gold -
Platinum
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Day 14 - Te Anau day trip to Milford Sound |
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Drive
from Te Anau taking in the sights of the Milford Road, stop
for short walks, before cruising the wonderful Milford Sound
with its soaring peaks and cascading waterfalls. Watch for seals,
dolphins and penguins as you make your way to where the fiord
meets the sea and back.
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Activity included:
Hotel -
Milford Sound Nature Cruise
Silver -
Milford Sound
Nature Cruise
Gold - Milford
Sound Nature Cruise
Platinum - Milford Sound
Small Boat Cruise
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Day 15 - Te Anau and end trip |
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Flights to return you to all main
centres depart from Queenstown throughout the day . Your departure
time from Te Anau will be subject your onward travel arrangements,
allowing for the return drive back to Queenstown. We can assist
with these connecting flights or build them into your international
ticket arrangements.
Remember the above itinerary
can be amended to fit your schedule and interests.
If you have more days available
- there's plenty more to see and do!
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