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Best
of New Zealand
14 Nights /15 Days |
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Day
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Arrival Auckland
On arrival in Auckland,The
City of Sails', you will be met by our local representative
for either a private transfer to your hotel or collection of
your rental car. |
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Day
2
Auckland Sightseeing
Morning tour including Victoria Park Market, West haven Marina
and the volcanic crater of Mt Eden for views of the city and
harbour. (B). |
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Day
3
Auckland - Waitomo - Rotorua
Travel south through the fertile Waikato region to arrive at
Waitomo.Enjoy a guided tour of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.On
completion continue over the Mamaku Ranges to reach the `Thermal
City' of Rotorua. (B). |
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Day
4
Rotorua
Visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve to see boiling mudpools and roaring
geysers.Following this visit Paradise Valley Springs to see
New Zealand's trout,birds and wildlife before continuing to
the Agrodome for a New Zealand farm show featuring sheep dog
demonstrations,cow milking and an introduction to the stars
of our sheep industry..The afternoon is at leisure.This evening
enjoy an authentic Maori Hangi (Feast) and Concert. (B,D). |
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Day
5
Rotorua - Wellington
Travel south to reach the popular lake resort of Taupo before
continuing on the Desert Road, dominated in the background by
the three peaks of Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro.Continue
south through lush farmland before arriving in the `Capital
City'of Wellington. (B). |
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Day
6
Wellington
At leisure today to enjoy the many activities available.Highly
recommended is a visit to Te Papa, New Zealand's National Museum.
(B). |
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Day
7
Wellington - Picton - Kaikoura
Journey across Cook Strait,which separates the North and South
Islands of New Zealand,and into the Marlborough Sounds with
its sparkling clear waters and lush forests,before arriving
in Picton. Travel south through the town of Blenheim,before
reaching Kaikoura,a town steeped in Maori history and legend.
(B). |
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Day
8
Kaikoura - Christchurch
Leave Kaikoura behind as you turn inland and travel through
North Canterbury to reach the `Garden City'of Christchurch.
(B). |
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Day
9
Christchurch - MT Cook - Queenstown
Travel across the fertile Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo and
the Church of the Good Shepherd before continuing on to New
Zealand's highest mountain - Mt Cook. Depart Mt Cook and follow
the shores of Lake Pukaki south through the historic Central
Otago region to the `Alpine Resort'of Queenstown. (B). |
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Day
10
Milford Sound Excursion
Follow the southern arm of Lake Wakatipu to Lumsden,and onward
to Lake Te Anau. Enter the Eglinton Valley and travel through
the Homer Tunnel to reach Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise on this
world famous fiord,dominated by Mitre Peak and the cascading
Bowen Falls.Return to Queenstown. (B). |
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Day
11
Queenstown
An opportunity today to explore the endless optional attractions
available. Queenstown offers bungy jumping, jetboating, white
water rafting, gondola rides and much more. Optional activities
not included in tour price. (B). |
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Day
12
Queenstown - Glacier Region
Travel along the shores of Lakes Wanaka and Hawea to the Haast
Pass, gateway to World Heritage Westland National Park. Continue
up the West Coast past spectacular mountain ranges, native forests
and lakes to the glacier region of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers.
(B). |
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Day
13
Glacier Region
A full day at leisure to explore this magnificent glacier region.
Optional activities include a scenic flight or guided walk on
one of the glaciers. Optional activities not included in the
tour price. (B). |
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DAY
14
Glacier Region - Greymouth - Christchurch
Travel north to Greymouth and board the world famous TranzAlpine
train (seat in coach passengers only).Ascend through lush beech
forests past the alpine village of Arthur's Pass before crossing
the spectacular Southern Alps.Travel beside the Waimakariri
River to Christchurch. (B). |
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DAY
15
DEPARTURE DAY Your arrangements conclude today with a departure
transfer or the return of your rental car.We trust you enjoyed
your Kiwiway Vacation! (B). |
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