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Quintessentially New Zealand Tour12 day North and South Island Tour. Car (self-drive or chauffeur), choice of accommodation style, Milford Sound tour, glowworms, vinyards, Mt. Cookfrom $2257 per person in boutique B&B's, air not included Valid to 31 March 2010
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12 day Quintessentially New Zealand Adventure Tour New Zealand tour highlights
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Conditions: Packages are priced per person based on cash/check discounted price, double occupancy and space available. Prices do not include airfare, and are subject to fuel increases and foreign currency fluctuation until paid in full. |
New Zealand Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 - Arrive Auckland
Welcome to Auckland - City of Sails! We recommend a visit to Waiheke Island, only 35 minutes by ferry from downtown Auckland. Sample excellent local Bordeaux-style red wines on a Fullers Vineyard Tour (optional).
Day 2 - Auckland/Waitomo/Rotorua
(226 miles/363 kms) Today, travel to the captivating Waitomo Caves and experience a guided tour through the limestone caves and a boat trip through the Glowworm Grotto. Continue on to Rotorua. In the evening, enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert.
Day 3 - Rotorua
Imagine cruising in style on board 50 feet of pure luxury, catching trophy sized Rainbow Trout, soaking in natural thermal waters whilst sipping champagne. Imagine testing your 4 wheel drive skills amongst prime Mamaku Forest or racing off road sprint cars. Imagine experiencing the thrill of helicopter flight for the first time, arriving in ultimate style at an unknown secluded location, then trekking on the crater of an active volcano. All of this is possible on an Unforgettable Rotorua activity combo today.
Day 4 - Rotorua/Taupo/Napier
(132 miles/212 kms) Travel through forest plantations to Lake Taupo. Visit Huka Falls where an optional jetboat ride can be arranged. Continue on to the Hawke’s Bay, where orchards and olive groves are interspersed with award-winning vineyards, and the boundless Pacific delivers fresh seafood daily.
Day 5 - Napier at Leisure
Cape Kidnappers Reserve where the largest Gannet colony in the world is located. Enjoy lunch at one of the many wineries in the region or why not enjoy an optional guided walking tour of central Napier to view the many Art Deco buildings.
Day 6 - Napier/Wellington
Martinborough (212 miles/341 kms) Travel south to Martinborough, home to over 25 boutique vineyards. Continue on to New Zealand's capital city, Wellington which is compact, cultured and full of character.
Day 7 - Wellington/Blenheim
(79 miles/ 127 kms) Take the time this morning to visit Te Papa, New Zealand's national museum, before taking the inter-island ferry across to the South Island. Sail through the picturesque Marlborough Sounds to arrive in Picton, before continuing on to Blenheim – the heart of Marlborough.
Day 8 - Blenheim/Christchurch
(193 miles/310 kms) Visit the Montana Wines Brancott Winery and take home some of New Zealand's finest wines for your collection. Travel on to Christchurch via Kaikoura, famous for whale watching.
Day 9 - Christchurch/Aoraki-Mount Cook
(206 miles/331 kms) Today you will cross the Canterbury Plains, through the Mackenzie country via Lake Tekapo. Continue on to Aoraki-Mount Cook National Park. Dinner is included this evening at the Hermitage Hotel’s award winning Panorama restaurant.
Day 10 - Aoraki-Mount Cook/Queenstown
During summer, we recommend an optional morning tour with Glacier Explorers to experience the Tasman Glacier in the most unique way possible – aboard an inflatable raft. This afternoon travel on through Lindis Pass to Queenstown making sure you stop at Mrs Jones' Fruit Orchard in Cromwell.
Day 11 - Milford Sound
Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to the World Heritage Fiordland National Park. Journey through the Homer Tunnel and emerge into the Cleddau Valley, then join your Milford Sound Red Boat cruise to explore the wonder of this majestic fiord. Return to Queenstown.
Day 12 - Queenstown
Sample the spectacular local Pinot Noirs this morning on an optional Queenstown Wine Trail before heading home.
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