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MAP AND TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
A: Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise
Set off on your Nature Cruise from the historic French
Village of Akaroa for the chance to see the rare Hector’s
dolphins and other marine life.
B: Hokitika Gorge
This vivid, turquoise glacial river, surrounded by lush
bush is well worth a visit and is even more impressive
in real life!
C: Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
Gaze in wonder at the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and
Blowholes, where columns of water shoot skyward from
rocks that resemble giant stacks of pancakes.
D: Abel Tasman Walk and Barbecue Cruise
Walk along the golden sand beaches and cruise the
sheltered coves of the Abel Tasman National Park
followed by a delicious barbeque lunch.
This tour has been designed for
travellers who enjoy the outdoors, love
food and wine and are keen to get off
the main roads and experience some
of New Zealands native wildlife and
natural beauty.
E: Queen Charlotte Sound Dinner Cruise
Take in the natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Sound
with an exclusive dinner cruise featuring local salmon,
Greenshell Mussels and Cloudy Bay Clams, matched with
a spectacular Marlborough wine.
F: Cloudy Bay Estate
Named after a body of water explorer Captain James
Cook came across during his voyage in 1770, you will
sample some of Marlborough’s finest wine amongst the
barrels at Cloudy Bay Estate.
showcase more than 60 award winning garments
from designers located all over the world.
Attached is the Classic Cars Museum where you
can view a prized collection of classic cars.
Hotel Rutherford Hotel (Premium Room. 2 nights)
DAY 6: Nelson - Abel Tasman National
Park - Nelson (B,L)
Travel to Kaiteriteri, gateway to the Abel Tasman
National Park and join a cruise along the parks’
picturesque coastline. At Anchorage Bay a
barbeque lunch will be served. Re-join your coach
and depart for Nelson via the vineyards. This
evening is free for you to dine at one of the many
local restaurants in town.
DAY 7: Nelson - Blenheim (B,L,D)
Today travel via Havelock and the wine-growing
region of Marlborough to the spectacular Yealands
Estate. The ‘White Road Tour’, will take you
on a journey through this remarkable vineyard
offering breathtaking views. Enjoy lunch at a local
Blenheim Beer Garden before visiting the Omaka
Aviation Heritage Centre, home to one of the
largest private collections of WW1 aircraft.
Hotel Scenic Hotel Marlborough (2 nights)
Scenic dinner cruise through the Queen Charlotte Sound.
DAY 8: Blenheim Sightseeing (B,SD)
Enjoy a leisurely start this morning. This afternoon
you will be treated to a unique wine and cheese
tasting experience at Cloudy Bay Estate. Later
travel to Picton to board a luxury launch for a
scenic dinner cruise through the Queen Charlotte
Sound. Take in the sights and wildlife while
enjoying a sumptuous meal of local salmon,
Greenshell Mussels and Cloudy Bay Clams,
matched with a glass of Marlborough wine.
DAY 9: Blenheim - Kaikoura (B,D)
Farewell the Marlborough region and journey to
Kaikoura to visit the Kaikoura Museum, featuring
a dedicated exhibition on the impact of the
2016 earthquake. This afternoon you may like
to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather
permitting) over the coastline to see the many
species of whales that migrate through this area.
Hotel Sudima Hotel Kaikoura
DAY: 10 Kaikoura - Christchurch (B,SD)
Depart Kaikoura and head to Christchurch to
visit the International Antarctic Centre, designed
to provide an informative account of life in
Antarctica. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner
with your new friends.
Hotel Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport
DAY 11: Depart Christchurch (B)
Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to
the airport for your flight home after a memorable
New Zealand holiday.
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