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DAY 7: Rotorua - Wellington (B,D)
Travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway to the
spectacular Huka Falls. Continue to Lake Taupo for
some free time to enjoy this scenic lakeside town.
Travel via the Tongariro National Park and then
continue south to the capital city of Wellington.
Hotel James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
(2 nights)
DAY 8: Wellington (B)
A highlight this morning will be time to explore
Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum with
exhibits that embrace both Maori and European
views. Reboard your coach for an extensive city
tour. Enjoy time at leisure this afternoon and this
evening is also free to explore Wellington’s lively
food scene.
DAY 9: Wellington - Kaikoura
- Christchurch (B,D)
This morning board the Interislander Ferry, cross
Cook Strait and travel through the Marlborough
Sounds to Picton. Join the Coastal Pacific, a
truly spectacular rail journey that showcases the
Kaikoura mountain ranges on one side and the
rugged scenic coastline on the other. Travel through
numerous tunnels and across several bridges
before departing the train in Kaikoura. Travel south
by coach through some of the finest farmland
area’s to the garden city of Christchurch.
Hotel Distinction Christchurch (2 nights)
DAY 10: Christchurch (B)
Today visit the International Antarctic Centre,
designed to provide an informative account of life
in Antarctica. This is followed by an introductory
city tour of Christchurch. This afternoon includes
a journey on board the Christchurch Tram at your
leisure, one of Christchurch’s leading attractions.
This evening is free to explore the local cuisine.
DAY 11: Christchurch - Arthur’s Pass
- Franz Josef (B,D)
This morning board the TranzAlpine, one of the
great train journeys of the world. Travel over
massive viaducts, river valleys and spectacular
gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass located in
the centre of the Southern Alps. Board your coach
and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone
before arriving at the township of Franz Josef
where time is available to experience a scenic flight
(optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular
glaciers.
Hotel Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
(Douglas Wing)
DAY 12: Franz Josef - Queenstown (B)
See the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps
as you travel south via the Haast Pass, an area of
stunning beauty before arriving into picturesque
Queenstown, a year round resort situated on the
shores of magical Lake Wakatipu. This evening is
free to dine at one of the many fine restaurants.
Hotel Copthorne Hotel and Resort Lakefront
(2 nights)
DAY 13: Queenstown (Free Day) (B,SD)
Today is a free day for you to explore Queenstown.
Your Tour Guide and Coach Captain are available to
assist with the many options available. This evening
board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and
cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station.
Sit back, relax and enjoy a gourmet barbecue
dinner which the chef will prepare in front of you at
the Colonel’s Homestead. After dinner enjoy a short
farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing
along by the piano on your return cruise.
DAY 14: Queenstown - Milford Sound
Overnight Cruise (B,D)
This morning travel to Arrowtown and visit the Lakes
District Museum. Continue via Te Anau to Milford
Sound and board the Milford Mariner for your
amazing overnight cruise. There is plenty of time to
view the fiord’s spectacular waterfalls, rainforest,
mountains and wildlife - you’re bound to encounter
seals and if you’re lucky maybe dolphins and
penguins. As evening falls enjoy a delicious carvery
buffet prepared freshly by the onboard chef.
Overnight Milford Mariner
DAY 15: Milford Sound - Te Anau (B,D)
Start the day with a hearty breakfast before heading
back out to the Tasman Sea (weather permitting) to
explore more of the fiord. Return back to the wharf
to meet your coach and enjoy the scenic drive to Te
Anau. This afternoon enjoy a cruise across Lake Te
Anau to visit the Glow Worm Caves where you will
admire the incredible limestone caverns, waterfalls
and mystery of the Glow Worm Grotto.
Hotel Distinction Luxmore (Deluxe Room)
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Milford Sound Overnight Cruise
For the ultimate Milford Sound experience,
spend the night on board the Milford Mariner.
Your overnight cruise includes:
• Cruise on a traditionally designed vessel
• Cabins with private ensuite
• Superb evening carvery buffet prepared
freshly by an onboard chef
• Cooked breakfast
• Tender craft and kayaking activities
• Specialist onboard nature guide
• Relaxation time allowing you to view the
fiords spectacular waterfalls, rainforest,
mountains and wildlife
DAY 16: Te Anau - Dunedin (B,SD)
Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin. After time
for lunch board the Silver Fern railcar for a journey
along spectacular clifftops overlooking the Pacific
Ocean and Blueskin Bay. On return to Dunedin’s
historic Edwardian Railway Station, board the
coach for an informative city tour. Tonight a Scottish
evening will be presented comprising of bagpipes,
great food, Haggis Ceremony and gift.
Hotel Scenic Hotel Southern Cross (2 nights)
DAY 17: Dunedin (B,D)
This morning travel along the Otago Peninsula to
Larnach Castle where you hear of the tragic and
scandalous history on a guided tour. Enjoy time
to wander around this Garden of International
Significance followed by a delicious Devonshire
Tea. Return to the city for some free time. You
might choose to board The Taieri Gorge Limited
for a journey through spectacular scenery only
accessible by rail (optional).
DAY 18: Dunedin - Christchurch (B,SD)
This morning visit Olveston Historic Home,
containing treasures from a bygone era before
travelling to Oamaru, famous for its limestone.
This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your new
found friends.
Hotel Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport
DAY 19: Depart Christchurch (B)
Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to
the airport for your flight home after a memorable
New Zealand holiday.
TOP TO BOTTOM: You may see amazing wildlife on the Coast Pacific;
the TranzAlpine rated one of the great train journeys of the world;
explore the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
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