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From the impressive display of the glaciers of the West Coast , to the sensational alpine landscape of Lake Tekapo and Mt . Cook National Park , right up to the extraordinary geysers of Rotorua and the dramatic underground caverns of the Waitomo Caves , there is an abundance of spectacular natural sights to take your breath away .

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of the Good Shepherd and travel across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch to explore the rebuild of this fascinating city . Hotel : Ibis Hotel , Christchurch . B

Day 9 : Christchurch – Picton Travel along the rugged Pacific Ocean coast to Kaikoura , famous for its whales ( optional whale watching flight is available ). Get up close and personal with some New Zealand fur seals at Ohau Point . Pass the Grassmere Salt Works then travel to the pretty seaside fishing village of Picton for an orientation tour . Hotel : Beachcomber , Picton . B D

Day 10 : Picton – Wellington Cruise on Queen Charlotte Sound and across Cook Strait to Wellington for a city tour before ‘ Free Time ’ and then you ’ ll visit

Te Papa , the Museum of New Zealand , where you ’ ll have time to explore New Zealand ’ s nature , art , history and cultural heritage . Hotel : Travelodge , Wellington . B D

Day 11 : Wellington – Rotorua Travel along the Kapiti Coast , past the dairy farms of Manawatu to Tongariro National Park and discover the alpine scenery of Mt . Ruapehu .

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Visit Taupo and drive along the shores of New Zealand ’ s largest lake . View Huka Falls and pass the Wairakei Geothermal Power Station .

Tonight enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi feast and concert and gain an insight into Maori culture . Hotel : Ibis Hotel , Rotorua , 2 nights . B HD

Day 12 : Rotorua Visit the Agrodome Sheep Show , the multi-award-winning stage show , for a sample of farm life where you ’ ll gain an exciting and informative insight into agriculture in New Zealand . See the art of sheep shearing , sheepdog demonstrations , cow milking , bottle feeding of lambs and an exciting sheep auction . Then enjoy an afternoon of ‘ Free Time ’ – perhaps visit Rainbow Springs , abundant with Rainbow Trout and native fauna including the kiwi , or Te Puia , where a local Maori will guide you through the geothermal valley with its mud pools and geysers . B

Day 13 : Rotorua – Auckland This morning travel through lush Waikato farmland to Waitomo Caves . See the amazing underground Glowworm Grotto by boat and walk through the limestone caves . Later you ’ ll follow

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the Waikato River , New Zealand ’ s longest river , into Auckland , to enjoy a sightseeing tour of New Zealand ’ s largest city . This evening celebrate your vacation at a farewell dinner with your Travel Director . Hotel : VR Queen Street , Auckland . B FD

Day 14 : Farewell from Auckland Your vacation concludes this morning after breakfast . You ’ ll be transferred to Auckland Airport for your onward flight . B

Flight information

Christchurch to Auckland ( LCCA )

Day 1 – Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Christchurch Airport

Day 14 – Flights to depart anytime from Auckland Airport

Auckland to Christchurch ( LAAC )

Day 1 – Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Auckland Airport

Day 14 – Flights to depart anytime from Christchurch Airport

Airfares are not included in the prices above .

Ways to Save

Early payment discount Pay by 14 Apr 2017 Save up to USD370 | CAD450 Pay by 2 Jun 2017 Save up to USD275 | CAD340 Pay by 31 Jul 2017 Save up to USD185 | CAD225

Kings Club early payment discount Pay by 14 Apr 2017 Save up to USD555 | CAD675 Pay by 2 Jun 2017 Save up to USD460 | CAD565 Pay by 31 Jul 2017 Save up to USD370 | CAD450

Young traveler Triple share Kings Club

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Save up to USD365 | CAD455 Save up to USD185 | CAD225 Save up to USD185 | CAD225

All savings are per person . For discounts see page 19 .

14 days from

USD 3075 CAD 3825

Per Person Twin Share Land Only

Christchurch to Auckland

14 days Code : LCCA All dates are Definite Departures

USD 3275 | CAD 4050 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1035 | CAD 1285 Single Supplement Option

2017

Start

End Apr 10 Apr 23

USD 3075 | CAD 3825 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1000 | CAD 1250 Single Supplement Option

Jun 19 Jul 02 Aug 28 Sep 10

USD 3650 | CAD 4525 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1120 | CAD 1390 Single Supplement Option

Oct 02 Oct 15 Oct 16 Oct 29 Oct 30 Nov 12 Nov 13 Nov 26 Dec 11 Dec 24

USD 3395 | CAD 4225 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1075 | CAD 1335 Single Supplement Option

Apr 09 Apr 22

USD 3195 | CAD 3975 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1025 | CAD 1275 Single Supplement Option Jun 18 Jul 01 Aug 27 Sep 09

Auckland to Christchurch

14 days Code : LAAC All dates are Definite Departures

USD 3275 | CAD 4050 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1035 | CAD 1285 Single Supplement Option

2017

Start

End Apr 25 May 08

USD 3075 | CAD 3825 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1000 | CAD 1250 Single Supplement Option

Jun 06 Jun 19 Sep 12 Sep 25

USD 3650 | CAD 4525 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1120 | CAD 1390 Single Supplement Option

Oct 03 Oct 16 Oct 17 Oct 30 Oct 31 Nov 13 Nov 14 Nov 27 Dec 12 Dec 25 Dec 26 Jan 08 *

USD 3395 | CAD 4225 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1075 | CAD 1335 Single Supplement Option

Apr 24 May 07

USD 3195 | CAD 3975 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1025 | CAD 1275 Single Supplement Option

Jun 05 Jun 18 Sep 11 Sep 24

USD 3695 | CAD 4595 Per Person Twin Share

USD 1130 | CAD 1405 Single Supplement Option

Oct 02 Oct 15 Oct 16 Oct 29 Oct 30 Nov 12 Nov 13 Nov 26 Dec 11 Dec 24 Dec 25 Jan 07 *

* Festive season surcharge applies . Ask us for details . Note : Itinerary , departure dates & prices may change from 01 / 10 / 17 . For additional departure dates and for the reverse itinerary from Auckland to Christchurch ( Code : LAAC ) visit : aatkings . com / lcca or laac

Looking for a winter escape ?

We also have Guided Vacations departing between December 2016 & March 2017 . Prices and itinerary may vary from those quoted on this page . For details visit aatkings / com / lcca or laac