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WHY YOU ' LL LOVE THIS TRIP :

• It spans both of New Zealand ’ s incredible islands

• Milford Sound ’ s mighty waterfalls are a stunning sight

• Try a traditional Hangi feast and celebrated Marlborough wine

• Journey on the TranzAlpine through the Southern Alps

1 Welcome to Auckland

On arrival in Auckland you ' ll have time at leisure to explore or relax . Tonight , enjoy a Welcome Reception and dinner with your Travel Director . Hotel : Cordis , 2 nights . DW

2 Auckland

Head to the New Zealand Maritime Museum for an exclusive America ’ s Cup tour . Then see the sights of Auckland , from the waterfront to Mission Bay . Capture spectacular panoramic views of the skyline , the North Shore and Waitemata Harbour from Bastion Point . B

3 Auckland – Tauranga

You ’ re invited to a Be My Guest lunch at the Red Barn on the Waikato farm of Lance and Bridgette O ’ Sullivan , New Zealand horse racing royalty . Later , travel to Tauranga , in the Bay of Plenty . Hotel : Trinity Wharf . B BG DW

4 Tauranga – Rotorua

Travel through Te Puke to visit Kiwifruit Country , then on to Rotorua for an orientation tour . This afternoon explore Te Puia Thermal Reserve . Then an evening of culture , history and a Hangi feast Highlight Dinner awaits you at the Tamaki Māori Village . Hotel : Millennium , 2 nights . B HD

5 Rotorua Free Time

Perhaps embark on one of our optional experiences . You could glide through the Waitomo Glowworm Grotto or explore Rotorua and its lakes in an amphibious WWll-era Duck . B

6 Rotorua – Wellington

Journey through forests and farmland to the turquoise torrent known as Huka Falls . The road unfolds in a broad panorama of stunning Lake Taupo . Continue south and along the Kapiti Coast to the capital city , Wellington . Hotel : James Cook Grand Chancellor . B

7 Wellington – Blenheim

Explore Te Papa Museum of New Zealand . Cruise the Cook Strait into tranquil Queen Charlotte Sound . The village of Picton is next , then it ’ s on to Blenheim for a city sightseeing tour . Tonight , enjoy a 3-course Highlight Dinner celebrating local produce and the wines of the Marlborough region . Hotel : Chateau Marlborough . B HD

8 Blenheim – Christchurch

Travel to Kaikoura , where an optional whalewatching flight is available . Continue along the Pacific coast and across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch . Hotel : Distinction . B

9 Christchurch – Twizel

This morning , join our Sustainable Tourism Commitment by planting a native tree in the Port Hills of Christchurch , an area recovering from wildfire . Next , visit the home of Angie and Stan Taylor at Lake Tekapo , for a Be My Guest afternoon tea and hear about a lifetime spent farming . Later , view the little stone-hewn Church of the Good Shepherd on your way to Twizel . Hotel : MacKenzie Country Inn . B BG DW

10 Twizel – Dunedin Free Time

Journey along the Waitaki River , and travel through to Oamaru with its famous limestone buildings , and on to Dunedin . This afternoon why not choose an optional experience ? Perhaps take a wildlife cruise out to Otago Peninsula or visit the famous Speight ' s Brewery . Hotel : Scenic Southern Cross . B DW

11 Dunedin – Te Anau

Travel through lush sheep-farming land . Then the rolling , grassy hills turn back into forested , rugged mountains , as you meander your way up into Fiordland National Park and Te Anau . Hotel : Distinction Te Anau . B DW

12 Te Anau – Queenstown

You will take the scenic journey through the rainforests , beech forests and meadows of Fiordland National Park and out to Milford Sound to cruise on this natural wonder . Afterwards , travel to Queenstown for an orientation tour . Hotel : Millennium , 2 nights . B

13 Queenstown Free Time

Why not get your final fix of Queenstown today with an optional experience ? Ride the Shotover Jet , take a gondola to Bob ’ s Peak or a minibus tour through Skippers Canyon . This evening , cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak High Country Farm for a gourmet barbecue Highlight Dinner . B HD

14 Queenstown – Franz Josef

Visit the gold mining settlement of Arrowtown . From here you will travel to Cromwell to taste its delicious stone fruit . It is a day of gorgeous lakes , as you travel further into Central Otago . Cross over the Haast Pass , where the landscape changes from alpine scenery to the rainforest marvels of the wild West Coast . Your destination is Franz Josef Glacier . Hotel : Scenic Franz Josef Glacier ( Douglas Wing ). B DW

15 Franz Josef – Punakaiki

Visit Hokitika , home of the native greenstone for a factory visit and jewelry demonstration . Later , travel to Punakaiki to view the Pancake Rocks and Blowholes . You ’ ll spend the night in an eco-friendly resort right on the waterfront . Hotel : Punakaiki Resort . B DW

16 Punakaiki – Christchurch

Travel to Greymouth to visit the iconic Monteith ’ s Brewery and taste some of their innovative brews before a pub-style lunch . Later you will journey aboard the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch . This evening , join your Travel Director and new-found friends for a Farewell Dinner . Hotel : Distinction . B L FD

17 Farewell from Christchurch

Say farewell to your fellow travelers when your vacation concludes after breakfast . B

From $ 4885 DEPARTURES

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A limited number of single rooms are available at a supplement . Ask your travel agent at time of booking if available .

Visit our website or call your Travel Agent for current pricing and available departure dates .

SMART WAYS TO SAVE Early bird savings Save up to 10 % pp

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Kings Club Young traveler discount Triple share

DINING

16 Full buffet breakfasts B 1 Be My Guest lunch BG 1 Lunch L 1 Be My Guest afternoon tea BG

Frequent Traveler 5 % off 5-15 years up to 10 % off 5 % off pp

3 Highlight Dinners HD 7 Dinners with wine DW 1 Farewell Dinner FD

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Auckland Airport Day 17 – flights to depart anytime from Christchurch Airport Flights are not included in the vacation price