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Lake Pukaki & Mt . Cook
The Long White Cloud
22 / 12 / 11 DAYS | CHRISTCHURCH TO AUCKLAND | NZIJ / NZSI / NZNI
HIGHLIGHTS
Discover
• Stunning Milford Sound in the heart of Fiordland National Park
• New Zealand ’ s capital Wellington
• Experience Franz Josef Glacier
• The Waitomo Glowworm Grotto Explore
• Journey on the iconic TranzAlpine Train
• Historic goldrush Arrowtown
• Untouched Stewart Island Learn / Do
• A jade factory & see artists at work
• Walk the rainforest Treetop Walkway
• Experience the Agrodome Farm Show
• Gain an insight into Maori life at Whakarewarewa Living Village
Relax
• Ride a gondola to Bob ’ s Peak
• Cruise the Bay of Islands
• Stay in chalets & cruise on stunning Milford Sound
Taste
• A Maori Hangi with the Tamaki family
• 21 Full buffet breakfasts B
• 1 Be my Guest lunch BG
• 1 Lunch L
• 10 Dinners with wine DW
• 2 Highlight Dinners HD
• 1 Farewell Dinner FD
Discover the scenic majesty of the North and South Islands of New Zealand with a small group of fellowexplorers , combining natural beauty with a touch of luxury as you overnight in the Franz Josef rainforest in the foothills of Mount Cook , and in magical Milford Sound , slumber amidst the treetops in the Coromandel Ranges , and journey into the deep south to the wild and pristine landscapes of remote Stewart Island .
Day 1 : Welcome to Christchurch On arrival in Christchurch you ’ ll be transferred by private car to your hotel . This evening meet your Travel Director for a welcome drink and dinner . Hotel : Hotel Montreal , Christchurch . DW
Day 2 : Christchurch – Punakaiki This morning , take one of the world ’ s great scenic railway journeys on the famous TranzAlpine train . Travel through the spectacular Southern Alps , and spend the night in an eco-friendly waterfront resort at Punakaiki . Hotel : Punakaiki Resort , Punakaiki . B DW
Day 3 : Punakaiki – Franz Josef Visit Hokitika for a demonstration by a greenstone ( jade ) carver , then ascend to a treetop walkway to view the canopy of the lush nearby rainforest . Continue to the mighty Franz Josef Glacier for a tour to the viewing area with an expert glacier guide . Hotel : Te Waonui Forest Retreat , Franz Josef . B DW
Day 4 : Franz Josef – Queenstown Take an optional scenic flight over the glacier this morning , then travel along the shores of Lakes Wanaka and Hawea . Explore the historic gold-mining village of Arrowtown en route to Queenstown . Nestled on the shores of crystalclear Lake Wakatipu , Queenstown ’ s scenery is inspiring . Hotel : Millbrook Resort , Queenstown , 3 nights . B DW
Day 5 : Queenstown Free Time Today is free for you to explore New Zealand ’ s adventure capital . Ride the Shotover Jet Boat or venture out on a Wine Tour . Tonight you ’ ll dine at Bob ’ s Peak overlooking Queenstown . B HD
Day 6 : Queenstown Free Time Make the most of your extended stay in Queenstown . Why not sit back and enjoy a peaceful cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard New Zealand ’ s oldest steamship , the TSS Earnslaw , to Walter Peak Station . B
Day 7 : Queenstown – Milford Sound
Travel to Lake Te Anau , then Fiordland National Park to the Milford Sound . Tonight , stay at magical Milford Sound Lodge . Hotel : Milford Sound Lodge , Fiordland National Park . B DW
Day 8 : Milford Sound – Stewart Island
A breakfast cruise to the spectacular Tasman Sea begins your day . Later , at Invercargill , travel by ferry to remote Stewart Island , keeping a lookout for seals , dolphins and albatross . Stewart Island is arguably the best place to spot a kiwi in the wild . Hotel : Bay Motel , Stewart Island , 2 nights . B
Day 9 : Stewart Island A guided tour and cruise today reveals an unspoiled , a beautiful haven , steeped