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Unearth cultural treasures and heartfelt moments as you travel across the North Island of New Zealand . Reveal the wonders of a meal cooked underground in a traditional Maori hangi , uncover a part of New Zealand ’ s war history and find new friends , both human and animal , on your visit to Shenandoah .

Bay of Islands

• Cruise through ‘ Hole in the Rock ’ on the spectacular Bay of Islands

• Enjoy indulgent degustation feast in Auckland

• Cruise through Waitomo ’ s famous Glowworm Grotto

• Experience Maori culture with the Tamaki family over dinner

• Choose from a selection of included enriching activities in Rotorua

• Be My Guest at Shenandoah for afternoon tea

• See a private Harley Davidson collection at Shenandoah

• Journey through the spectacular scenery of Tongariro National Park

• Discover New Zealand ’ s capital Wellington on a guided tour

• Explore the Museum of New Zealand , Te Papa

• Included Choice experiences

• Private car airport transfers on arrival and departure

• Enjoy New Zealand wines with all hotel dinners

• Experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide

Dining

• Breakfast of choice ( 4 ) BC

• Full buffet breakfasts ( 3 ) B

• Be My Guest afternoon tea ( 1 ) BG

• Dinner with wine ( 1 ) DW

• Highlight dinners ( 2 ) HD

• Farewell dinner ( 1 ) FD

Day 1 : Welcome to Auckland On arrival at Auckland Airport you ’ ll be met by private car and transferred to your hotel . The afternoon is at leisure for you to explore . This evening meet your Travel Director for a welcome reception . Hotel : The Langham , Auckland .

Day 2 : Auckland – Bay of Islands Depart Auckland over the Harbour Bridge then through Orewa and the scenic Hibiscus Coast . Walk among the Kauri trees at Parry Kauri Park . Explore Whangarei , the northernmost city in New Zealand , and then it ’ s off to Paihia in the Bay of Islands . Experience natural wonders and spectacular scenery as you cruise to Cape Brett and through the ‘ Hole in the Rock ’. Hotel : Copthorne Resort , Bay of Islands , 2 nights . B DW

Day 3 : Bay of Islands Included Choice This morning enjoy your breakfast of choice . Then choose one from a range of Included Choice sightseeing experiences . You have the option to discover the new wine-producing region of Kerikeri or take a tour to historic Russell . Go sailing on a tall ship or dolphin-watching on the bay . Play a round of golf or enjoy a dinner cruise on the Waitangi River . BC

Day 4 : Bay of Islands – Auckland After a morning of free time , enjoy the farmland scenery as you return to Auckland . Tonight ’ s highlight dinner is at The Langham . Your personal degustation menu is prepared for you from the freshest quality ingredients . Hotel : The Langham , Auckland . BC HD

Day 5 : Auckland – Rotorua After a sightseeing tour of Auckland , trace the Waikato River to the Waitomo Caves to sail through the fascinating Glowworm Grotto and discover the limestone formations . From Waitomo to Rotorua you ’ ll venture through the King Country . This area was at the center of the

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Overnight stays Sightseeing stops

New Zealand Wars in the 1860s , when colonial forces invaded the Waikato region . On arrival in Rotorua an orientation tour takes in views of Lake Rotorua . Tonight enjoy a Maori Hangi feast highlight dinner and concert for an insight into Maori culture at the Tamaki Family Marae . Hotel : Millennium Hotel , Rotorua , 2 nights . B HD

Day 6 : Rotorua Included Choice

Today choose one from a range of Included Choice sightseeing experiences . You have the option to join the Kiwi Encounter at Rainbow Springs Nature Park , discover Maori culture at Te Puia Maori Arts and Crafts Institute , see the Agrodome Farm Show . Maybe ride the amphibious Rotorua Duck or the luge at Rotorua Skyline . Tonight you have the option of staying at your hotel or with a local family in rural setting . Ask us at time of booking . BC

Day 7 : Rotorua – Wellington View the mighty Huka Falls and drive along the shores of Lake Taupo . Discover the alpine scenery of Mt . Ruapehu , Tongariro National Park and the rolling dairy farms of Manawatu . This afternoon visit Shenandoah for a unique Be My Guest experience . The historic villa ’ s owners , Simon and Claudia , will show you around their property . Enjoy afternoon tea in their garden then take a short tour to see the local wildlife . Continue along the Kapiti Coast to Wellington . See the city from Mt . Victoria on your sightseeing tour . This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with wine . Hotel : James Cook Grand Chancellor , Wellington . BC BG FD

Day 8 : Farewell from Wellington This morning visit Te Papa , the Museum of New Zealand and explore the fascinating exhibits . Later you will be transferred by private car to Wellington Airport for your onward flight . B

8 days from

USD 2425 CAD 2995

Per Person Twin Share Land Only

Auckland to Wellington

Code : ZABW All dates are Definite Departures

USD 2550 | CAD 3150 Per Person Twin Share

USD 735 | CAD 920 Single Supplement Option

2017

Start

End Apr 22 Apr 29

USD 2425 | CAD 2995 Per Person Twin Share

USD 715 | CAD 885 Single Supplement Option

Jun 03 Jun 10 Sep 09 Sep 16

USD 2695 | CAD 3350 Per Person Twin Share

USD 765 | CAD 950 Single Supplement Option Apr 21 Apr 28

USD 2550 | CAD 3150 Per Person Twin Share

USD 735 | CAD 915 Single Supplement Option

Jun 02 Jun 09 Sep 08 Sep 15

Note : Itinerary , departure dates & prices may change from 01 / 10 / 17 . For additional departure dates and for the reverse itinerary from Wellington to Auckland ( Code : ZWBA ) visit : aatkings . com / zabw or zwba

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

Ways to Save

Early payment discount Pay by 14 Apr 2017 Save up to USD275 | CAD345 Pay by 2 Jun 2017 Save up to USD205 | CAD255 Pay by 31 Jul 2017 Save up to USD140 | CAD170

Kings Club early payment discount Pay by 14 Apr 2017 Save up to USD415 | CAD515 Pay by 2 Jun 2017 Save up to USD345 | CAD425 Pay by 31 Jul 2017 Save up to USD280 | CAD340

Young traveler Triple share Kings Club

Save up to USD275 | CAD345 Save up to USD140 | CAD170 Save up to USD140 | CAD170

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

Flight information

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

Day 8 – Flights to depart after 2.00pm from Wellington Airport

Airfares are not included in the prices above .