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Explore the North Island’s iconic attractions and geothermal hotspots
8 Day Taste of the North Island
TOUR CODE: GPN8
2020 GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Sep 18, 27
Oct 8, 15, 22, 26
Nov 4, 11, 16, 21, 26
2021 GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Jan 16, 26
Feb 10, 13, 16, 20, 22, 27
Mar 3, 10, 12, 14, 19, 24, 30
Apr 3, 5, 14, 16, 22
May 3, 10
SEASONAL OFFER
Save $200 pp on highlighted departure dates.
ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR PRICE
Fully escorted tour includes transfers in NZ,
modern coach travel, 3.5 star accommodation,
most meals, sightseeing and attractions.
TOUR ONLY
CAD$
TWIN SHARE, PER PERSON $2994
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT $856
PRE / POST STAYS Twin share Single
WELLINGTON $121 $242
AUCKLAND $144 $288
Extra night rates are per person and based on room only. Subject to availability.
Prices are quoted in Canadian Dollars (CAD$).
Take time to explore Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum.
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS
PREPAID ATTRACTIONS
• Te Papa, NZ’s National Museum
• Skyline Rotorua Gondola and Luge Ride
• Agrodome
• Thermal mud pools and geysers*
• Traditional Mãori Hãngi and Concert
• Hole in the Rock Cruise
• Kauri Museum
• City sights tour of Wellington and Auckland
*Guided tour is included with 1 guide per 24 travellers.
TOURING
• Personalised Meet and Greet on arrival
• Return airport transfers in New Zealand
• 48 seat modern coach travel, 2 door access,
restroom, reclining seats and panoramic windows
ITINERARY
(B) Breakfast. (L) Lunch. (D) Dinner. (SD) Specialty Dinner.
DAY 1: Arrive Wellington (D)
On arrival into Wellington, you will be met by a
Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred
to your hotel.
Hotel Ibis Wellington (2 nights)
DAY 2: Wellington (B)
A highlight this morning will be time to explore
Gallipoli: A Scale of War exhibition at Te Papa,
New Zealand’s National Museum. Cutting edge
technology brings these stories to life through the
eyes of New Zealanders who found themselves in
extraordinary circumstances. Reboard your coach
for an extensive city tour which showcases the
history and culture on show. Enjoy free time this
afternoon and this evening is also free to choose
your own dining arrangements.
DAY 3: Wellington - Taupo - Rotorua
(B,D)
Depart Wellington and view the snow-capped
peaks of Mt Ruapehu and Mt Tongariro as you
travel to Lake Taupo. Visit the spectacular Huka
Falls then travel along the Thermal Explorer
Highway to the geothermal wonderland and
cultural capital of New Zealand, Rotorua.
Hotel Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua or similar
(2 nights)
DAY 4: Rotorua (B,SD)
Today begins with a gondola ride and breakfast at
the Skyline Rotorua. There is also time for a thrilling
luge ride! Next stop is Agrodome for an actionpacked
hour of farming entertainment and education
that’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. Visit Te
Puia to see the boiling mud pools and awesome
geysers that Rotorua is famous for. Enjoy some free
time this afternoon. This evening experience an
entertaining Mãori Hãngi and Concert.
• Professional Coach Captain and Tour Leader
• 7 nights 3.5 star accommodation
• 3 two night stays
• Hotel porterage
• 1 cruise
• All sightseeing and prepaid attractions
• Comprehensive documentation pack
MEALS
• 7 cooked breakfasts including a specialty
breakfast: Stratosfare Restaurant, Rotorua
• 5 sumptuous dinners including 1 specialty
dinner: Mãori Hãngi and Concert, Rotorua
Dinner on Day 1 not included for anyone arriving later than 8pm.
DAY 5: Rotorua - Auckland - Bay of
Islands (B,D)
This morning depart Rotorua and travel north
via Auckland. Continue via Whangarei to Paihia,
situated in the heart of the beautiful Bay of
Islands. Enjoy an introduction to the Bay of
Islands, location of the signing of the treaty
between the Mãori tribes and the British.
Hotel Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge (2 nights)
DAY 6: Bay of Islands (B)
Today you will cruise through the beautiful Bay
of Islands aboard a luxury catamaran to Cape
Brett, where a historic lighthouse keeps watch
over Piercy Island, or as it is popularly known the
‘Hole in the Rock’ before returning to Paihia for
a free afternoon. A range of optional activities
are available or you may choose to relax and
enjoy the pleasant atmosphere of the waterfront.
This evening is also free, you may like to enjoy a
relaxing dinner cruise (optional).
DAY 7: Bay of Islands - Auckland (B,D)
Depart the Bay of Islands this morning and travel
via Whangarei and Dargaville to Matakohe. Enjoy
a visit and informative talk at the Kauri Museum
before continuing to Auckland for a city sights
tour. This evening enjoy a final dinner with your
new found friends.
Hotel Rydges Auckland
DAY 8: Depart Auckland (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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