New Zealand Adventure

If you're seeking a vacation that offers a wide variety of activities, Australia, New Zealand and the islands of the South Pacific are the perfect destinations for you.

NEW ZEALAND ADVENTURE

ESCORTED

17 Days Auckland/Christchurch
from $4750 land only

YOUR TRAVEL VALUE INCLUDES

• Arrival and departure transfers
• Accommodation in hotels listed or ­similar, in twin-bedded rooms
• 16 breakfasts (B) and 11 dinners (D) in­cluding a Maori Hangi feast and concert
• Services of a professional Tour Director
• Luxury motorcoach featuring panoramic windows
• Sightseeing program as detailed in the itinerary including admission charges where applicable
• All local taxes
• Portfolio of travel documents

ITINERARY

Day 1, Sat. ARRIVE AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND.
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. Tonight, enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director.

Day 2, Sun. AUCKLAND / BAY OF ISLANDS.
This morning, journey across the Auckland Harbour Bridge And take in the spectacular scenery of the Hibiscus Coast. At Parry Kauri Park, stroll along the boardwalks through Kauri trees and native bush. Then travel to the subtropical Bay of Islands, rich in history and culture. On arrival, visit the Waitangi Treaty Reserve. (B,D)

Day 3, Mon. BAY OF ISLANDS.
The breathtaking Bay of Islands is the historic heart of New Zealand. With 144 islands and abundant sea life, it is an idyllic maritime park. Today is free for you to discover its beauty at your own pace and in your own way. You might want to take a coach trip to Cape Reinga, join a guided sea kayaking trip or enjoy a day of sailing (all own expense). (B)

Day 4, Tue. AUCKLAND.
This morning, take a scenic cruise to Cape Brett and, weather permitting, through the famous “Hole in the Rock.” This afternoon return to Auckland, where the rest of the day is free. (B,D)

Day 5, Wed. AUCKLAND / WAITOMO CAVES / ROTORUA.
Travel south to Waitomo for a guided tour of the famous Waitomo Caves, and discover the incredible Glow Worm Grotto on an underground boat trip. Continue on to Rotorua. Tonight, enjoy a special cultural evening with a visit to The Realm of Tane, followed by a Maori Hangi feast and concert. (B,D)

Day 6, Thu. ROTORUA.
Begin the day with a ride on the Skyline Gondola and breakfast enjoying panoramic views over Rotorua. Next, visit Paradise Valley Springs and the Agrodome. Later, tour Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, where a local Maori guide escorts you past geysers and pools of boiling mud. This afternoon is free you to relax, explore or join an optional tour. (B)

Day 7, Fri. ROTORUA / WELLINGTON.
Head south to beautiful Taupo, in the heart of the North Island. Stop for pictures at mighty Huka Falls. Then continue on a picturesque drive into the capital city of Wellington. (B)

Day 8, Sat. WELLINGTON / BLENHEIM.
This morning take a sightseeing tour of Wellington and enjoy the panoramic view from the top of Mount Victoria. Visit Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum. Later, board the inter-island cruise across Cook Strait and tranquil Queen Charlotte Sound. Upon arrival on the South Island, travel to Blenheim. Tonight, relish a wine tasting and dinner at the Montana Winery. (B,D)

Day 9, Sun. BLENHEIM / CHRISTCHURCH.
Experience the stunning scenery of the east coast on the drive today. Visit Kaikoura, set between the mountains and the ocean. Watch for New Zealand fur seals and whales. You may want to take an optional whale watching flight (own expense), before continuing on to the “Garden City” of Christchurch. (B)

Day 10, Mon. CHRISTCHURCH / MT. COOK.
Discover the sights of Christchurch this morning on the Christchurch Tram. Then, visit beautiful Lake Tekapo and see the Church of the Good Shepherd. Admire the scenery of Mt. Cook National Park, home to New Zealand’s highest mountain, and perhaps take a spectacular optional scenic flight (weather permitting, own expense). (B,D)

Day 11, Tue. MT. COOK / DUNEDIN.
See the pretty Oamaru region today before traveling on to Dunedin. This afternoon is free for you to explore this charming town founded by Scottish settlers. Perhaps visit Cadbury World or take an optional Albatross & Yellow Eyed Penguin Cruise. (B,D)

Day 12, Wed. DUNEDIN / TE ANAU.
This morning, enjoy a guided tour at Larnach Castle, New Zealand’s only castle. Next, see the highlights of Dunedin on a sightseeing tour. Then travel across the island to pretty Te Anau. (B)

Day 13, Thu. TE ANAU / MILFORD SOUND / QUEENSTOWN.
Discover the magnificent alpine scenery of Fiordland National Park today. Enjoy a cruise on Milford Sound passing Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls. Then on to Queenstown. Why not experience the entertaining Kiwi Haka & Dinner tonight (own expense)? (B)

Day 14, Fri. QUEENSTOWN.
A day at leisure in beautiful Queenstown, set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Explore this charming city on your own, shop or join an optional excursion. Tonight, board the historic steamship T.S.S. Earnslaw for a cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station for a sumptuous carvery dinner. (B,D)

Day 15, Sat. QUEENSTOWN / FRANZ JOSEF.
Historic Arrowtown is your first stop today. Then see rugged Kawarau Gorge, stunning Lake Wanaka, and travel over Haast Pass. After a stop at Thunder Creek Falls, continue along the coastal road to Franz Josef. (B,D)

Day 16, Sun. FRANZ JOSEF / TRANZALPINE TRAIN / CHRISTCHURCH.
Discover Franz Josef Glacier this morning. Then travel to Hokitika, where you can see beautiful native greenstone (jade) jewelery and artifacts. On to view the Pancake Rocks and Blowholes at Punakaiki. Later, board the TranzAlpine train for a spectacular journey to Christchurch. (B,D)

Day 17, Mon. DEPART CHRISTCHURCH.
You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

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