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TOUR
HIGH
LIGHT
LEFT TO RIGHT: Enjoy a tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set; Waitangi
Treaty Grounds; cruise the spectacular Milford Sound.
Enjoy some free time to explore the fascinating
architecture before travelling through the
Wairarapa, an emerging cool-climate wine region.
Hotel Copthorne Hotel and Resort Solway Park
DAY 8: Masterton - Greytown
- Wellington (B,D)
Enjoy a leisurely start to the day before travelling
to Greytown where you see the most complete
example of original Victorian wooden architecture.
Drive through the scenic Rimutaka Mountain
Range into Wellington, where you will enjoy a city
tour of the nation’s capital which will highlight the
history and culture on show here.
Hotel James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
(Lambton Room)
DAY 9: Wellington - Picton
- Blenheim (B,D)
A highlight this morning will be time to explore
Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum with
exhibits that embrace both Maori and European
views. This afternoon board the Interislander
Ferry, cross Cook Strait and travel through the
Marlborough Sounds to Picton where you board
your coach for the short journey to Blenheim.
Hotel Scenic Hotel Marlborough
DAY 10: Blenheim - Kaikoura
- Christchurch (B,D)
Tour through Marlborough Country, famous for its
food and wine, then travel to the seaside village
of Kaikoura. Continue onto the garden city of
Christchurch.
Hotel Distinction Christchurch
DAY 11: Christchurch - Arthur’s Pass
- Franz Josef (B,D)
This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned
as one of the great train journeys of the world.
Travel over massive viaducts, river valleys and
spectacular gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass
located in the centre of the Southern Alps. Board
your coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its
Greenstone before continuing to the township of
Franz Josef where time is available to experience a
scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the
spectacular glaciers.
Hotel Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
(Douglas Wing)
MUST DO OPTION
VOLCANIC
AIR
During your time in Rotorua,
experience a flight in either
a floatplane or helicopter to
experience the stunning lakes
district, vibrant geothermal
reserves and remarkable
volcanoes. Volcanic Air have
an option for everyone!
DAY 12: Franz Josef - Queenstown (B)
See the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps
as you travel south along the West Coast. Continue
via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty
before arriving into picturesque Queenstown, a
year round resort situated on the shores of magical
Lake Wakatipu. This evening is free and you
may choose to dine out at one of the many fine
restaurants.
Hotel Mercure Queenstown Resort
(Lakeview Room. 2 nights)
DAY 13: Queenstown (Free Day) (B,SD)
Today is a free day. There are plenty of sightseeing
options and your Coach Captain and Tour Guide
are available to assist. You may wish to enjoy
the thrill of a jet boat ride, a heritage tour of the
scenic Skippers Canyon or get up close to a Kiwi
bird. This evening board the vintage steamship
TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu
to Walter Peak Station. Sit back, relax and enjoy
a gourmet barbecue dinner which the chef will
prepare in front of you at the Colonel’s Homestead.
After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard
the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano as
you cruise back to Queenstown.
DAY 14: Queenstown - Te Anau (B,D)
Enjoy a leisurely start this morning before travelling
to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village where you
visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue to Te
Anau, the gateway to Fiordland. Today you may like
to visit the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves (optional).
Hotel Distinction Luxmore Hotel
(Deluxe Rooms. 2 nights)
DAY 15: Te Anau - Milford Sound
- Te Anau (B,L,D)
Depart Te Anau for a fascinating drive to Milford
Sound where you board your launch for a cruise on
this magnificent fiord. See the spectacular Bowen
Falls and towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic
lunch onboard. This afternoon return to Te Anau
where some free time is available. You might like
to cap off your Fiordland experience by watching
the breathtaking film, Ata Whenua - Shadowland,
which screens at the Fiordland Cinema (optional).
DAY 16: Te Anau - Dunedin (B,SD)
Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin known
as the ‘Edinburgh of the South’ and enjoy an
informative city tour. Travel along the Otago
Peninsula to Larnach Castle where you will hear
of the tragic and scandalous history on a guided
tour. Enjoy time to wander around this Garden of
International Significance followed by a delicious
Devonshire Tea. Tonight a Scottish evening will
be presented comprising of bagpipes, great food,
special Haggis Ceremony and gift.
Hotel Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
DAY 17: Dunedin - Mt Cook - Twizel (B,D)
Farewell Dunedin and travel to Oamaru famous
for its limestone. Follow the Waitaki River and see
Lake Benmore as you continue to marvel at Mt
Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. The opportunity
is available to enjoy a scenic flight (optional,
weather permitting) over the Southern Alps. Travel
to Twizel for your overnight stay.
Hotel MacKenzie Country Hotel
DAY 18: Twizel - Christchurch (B,SD)
Continue to Lake Tekapo and view the brilliant
turquoise water, visit the Church of the Good
Shepherd and see the Sheep Dog Statue before
arriving into Christchurch for an informative city
tour. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your
new found friends.
Hotel Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport
DAY 19: Depart Christchurch (B)
Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to
the airport for your flight home after a memorable
New Zealand holiday.
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