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Day 1 - Arrive
Christchurch |
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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. |
Accommodation:
Hotel
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2 nights
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Platinum
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Day 2 - 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 3 - Christchurch to
Kaikoura |
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Head north through the wine
growing region of Waipara and the rolling
grazing country of North Canterbury. Travel 2
1/2 hours to Kaikoura, set amongst spectacular
coastal scenery this location is famous
for its Whale population that is present all
year round. With an early start this
morning it is possible to join an afternoon swim
with dolphins (not included). |
Accommodation:
Hotel
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1 night
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Platinum
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Day 4 - Kaikoura to
Blenheim/Marlborough |
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Meet the amazing giants of the
sea aboard your Whale Watch Tour this morning,
a truly unforgettable encounter, before
continuing your journey north. Enjoy more of
the splendid coast line watching for dolphins
and seals along the way, before heading into
Marlborough's renowned wine growing region. |
Activity included:
Hotel -
Morning
Whale Watching Trip
Silver
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Morning Whale Watching Trip
Gold
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Morning Whale Watching Trip
Platinum -
Morning Whale Watching Trip
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Accommodation:
Hotel
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2 nights
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Platinum
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Day 5 -
Blenheim/Marlborough |
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A full day escorted tour today
to sample great regional wines, take in the
fabulous scenery - including the picturesque
Marlborough Sounds - and taste freshly steamed
mussels straight from the mussel farm. A day
designed to keep the taste buds and the camera
busy. |
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Activity included:
Hotel -
Marlborough Travel Icons day
trip
Silver
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Marlborough Travel Icons day trip
Gold
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Marlborough
Travel Icons day trip
Platinum -
Marlborough Travel guided wine trip
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Day 6 -
Blenheim to Nelson |
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Nelson is renowned for its
artisans and galleries including the highly
regarded Hoglund Art Glass studio. Local
produce including wines are also a feature of
the region. White sandy beaches and great food
make Nelson a popular holiday destination. |
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Accommodation:
Hotel
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2 nights
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Platinum
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Day 7 - Nelson |
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Full day Kayak, Seals and Walk
trip in the Abel Tasman National Park.
From Kaiteriteri paddle north along the
picturesque Kaiteriteri coastline, including
the famous "Split Apple Rock". Brief
beach stop before heading back to catch the
water taxi to Onetahuti, visit Tonga Island
Seal Colony on the way. Then a scenic 1 1/2
hour walk on the Abel Tasman Walking Track to
Bark Bay where a water taxi will pick you up
and return your to Kaiteriteri. |
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Activity included:
Hotel -
Kayak, Seals and Walk day
trip
Silver
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Kayak, Seals and Walk day trip
Gold
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Kayak, Seals and
Walk day trip
Platinum -
Kayak, Seals and Walk day trip
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Day 8 - Nelson to Punakaiki |
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From the sheltered haven of
Tasman Bay travel south through the inland
Nelson Lakes region before heading west to the
dramatic and rugged scenery of the 'coast
road'. Winding its way between the bush clad
slopes, studded with Nikau Palms and the surf
of the Tasman Sea this has to be one of New
Zealand's most beautiful drives. Your
overnight stop is Punakaiki where you will
find the intriguing Pancake Rocks and
blowholes. |
Accommodation:
Hotel
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1 night
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Platinum
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Day 9 - Punakaiki to Fox
Glacier (Lake Moeraki for Platinum) |
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A day packed with features
today as you travel south through historic
'gold rush' towns and settlements, past bush
clad lakes, wild beaches and onwards to the
Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.
Platinum package continues through to Lake
Moeraki for an eco-lodge experience. |
Accommodation:
Hotel
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2 nights
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Platinum
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Day 10 - 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. |
Activity included:
Hotel -
Half day guided
glacier walk
Silver
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Half day guided glacier walk
Gold
- Half day guided glacier walk
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Day 11 - 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. |
Accommodation:
Hotel
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4 nights
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Platinum
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Day 12 - Queenstown day trip
to Milford Sound |
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Travel by luxury
coach from Queenstown taking in views of Lake
Wakatipu, the lakeside town of Te Anau and 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. |
Activity included:
Milford Sound Day Trip
Hotel -
coach / cruise / coach
Silver
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coach / cruise / coach
Gold
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coach / cruise / coach
Platinum - coach / cruise / fly
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Day 13, 14 & 15 - Queenstown and
end trip |
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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,
Bungee 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! |
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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