New
Zealand Gems
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Explore New Zealand
by Coach or Self-Drive Car. Flexible Daily Departures
Looking for something
a little different? Travel to very unique attractions, some
firmly removed from the well-trodden tourist trails –
from the amazing panoramic views over Lake Taupo to the
Art Deco city of Napier; from New Zealand’s harborside
capital of Wellington – where culture vultures must
prepare to be delighted– to Kaikoura, one of the most
magical whale-watching experiences in the world.
| Day 1 |
Arrive
Auckland
Welcome
to Auckland, New Zealand’s
largest city – known as the ‘City of Sails’.
This afternoon we suggest a city sightseeing tour. |
| Day 2 |
Auckland
| Waitomo | Rotorua (226 miles)
Travel to
the fascinating Waitomo Caves where you will enjoy lunch before a guided
tour of the famous Glowworm
Grotto. Continue on to Rotorua. In the evening
enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert . (Lunch & Dinner included) (Optional meal plans
begin today) |
| Day 3 |
Rotorua
Sightseeing
Today experience the many varied sights that Rotorua
has to offer. Visit Te Whakarewarewa
Thermal Reserve. Learn about traditional Maori
crafts at Te Puia,
before traveling to Rainbow
Springs and Agrodome
Farm Show. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Perhaps
take an optional tour to Mt Tarawera, the Buried Village
or enjoy a swim at the Polynesian Spa.
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| Day 4 |
Rotorua
|Taupo | Napier (135
miles)
This morning take the short
journey to Taupo where
you will be taken on a guided tour of Taupo’s
highlights including the Boat
Harbour, Craters of
the Moon and the Aratiatia
Rapids. Enjoy a visit to the spectacular Huka
Falls, before continuing on to Napier. This
evening enjoy a walking tour of Napier’s fascinating Art Deco architecture.
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| Day 5 |
Napier |
Wellington (201 miles)
Enjoy a
tour of some of Hawke’s
Bay’s leading wineries before traveling
south for Wellington. |
| Day 6 |
Wellington
At leisure
in the capital city today. Make time to visit ‘Te
Papa’ the Museum of New Zealand.
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| Day 7 |
Wellington | Kaikoura (98
miles – including ferry crossing)
Cruise across
Cook Strait this morning and through the Marlborough
Sounds to Picton. Join the TranzCoastal
train (Seat-in-Coach only) and begin your journey
through vineyards and on to coastal Kaikoura. |
| Day 8 |
Kaikoura | Christchurch
(114 miles)
Begin with
a whale watching cruise (weather permitting). Enjoy a short guided tour of
Kaikoura’s highlights before rejoining the TranzCoastal
train (Seat-in-Coach only) to Christchurch.
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Includes:
7nights accommodation; 2 nights in unique geothermal Rotorua,
Experience Maori culture,Unique Maori Hangi (feast) &
Concert, Explore the Art Deco city of Napier, Capital city
of Wellington, Whale watching cruise — Kaikoura (weather
permitting) Seat-in-Coach prices include arrival transfer.
Self-Drive prices do not include vehicle insurance.
Updated Page 14 April 2008
